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Raja Pervez Ashraf rejected a viral allegation after Anmol alias Pinky appeared to mention his name during a court appearance. The National Assembly debate expanded into calls for safeguards against media trials and unverified claims.
Russian Ambassador Albert P. Khorev said Russia was not recruiting Pakistanis and that Pakistani agencies were investigating related media reports. He also backed Pakistan’s mediation efforts in the US-Iran dispute and repeated Moscow’s position on the Ukraine conflict.
A petition has been filed in the Islamabad High Court challenging the alleged solitary confinement of Bushra Bibi at Adiala Jail. The plea raises concerns over prison rules, health treatment, legal access and constitutional protections.
Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to stronger ties with Iran as he met the country’s ambassador-designate before his departure to Tehran. The development comes as Islamabad continues diplomatic outreach amid heightened Middle East tensions.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan’s global image has improved through its mediation role between Iran and the United States. Islamabad remains hopeful of hosting another round of direct talks aimed at securing long-term regional peace.
The Permanent Court of Arbitration has upheld Pakistan’s position that the Indus Waters Treaty remains binding and cannot be suspended unilaterally by India. The ruling strengthens Islamabad’s legal stance in a dispute with major implications for water security, agriculture and regional stability.
Pakistan’s military has strongly rejected remarks by India’s army chief, calling them provocative and dangerous for regional stability. The ISPR warned that any threat to Pakistan’s sovereignty could have consequences beyond borders.
Pakistan has renewed efforts to help revive stalled US-Iran talks, with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visiting Tehran for high-level discussions. The move reflects Islamabad’s attempt to prevent further regional escalation and protect Pakistan’s diplomatic and economic interests.
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s cabinet has expanded to 31 members after six ministers, four advisers and eight special assistants were inducted. The move strengthens Chief Minister Sohail Afridi’s political setup but raises questions over constitutional limits and governance costs.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has reached Tehran for a two-day visit aimed at facilitating stalled peace talks between Iran and the United States. The visit highlights Pakistan’s growing diplomatic role in regional de-escalation and Middle East stability efforts.
Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar says there is currently no indication that the government is ready to introduce a 28th Constitutional Amendment. He stressed that any constitutional change would require consultation with coalition partners and consensus on unresolved issues.
Former RAW chief AS Dulat has said India failed to isolate Pakistan diplomatically despite years of lobbying and narrative-building. His remarks also highlighted Pakistan’s regional diplomacy, its role in US-Iran mediation and continuing unrest in occupied Kashmir.
