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Ishaq Dar says Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan is not the Muslim countries’ draft. He tells the National Assembly that changes were made to the original proposal. Pakistan urges a ceasefire and a lawful, rights-based solution for Palestinians. Dar criticises global forums for failing to halt the Gaza war. Diplomatic consultations with partners and mediators will continue.
Top court releases detailed order in reserved seats case. Bench rules Article 187 cannot be used to grant PTI relief. Judges say PTI was not a party before relevant forums. Earlier majority decision disturbing seat allocation set aside. Ruling underscores limits on ‘complete justice’ powers.
PM lands in Islamabad after multi-country tour. Schedule included UNGA address and meetings with leaders. Shehbaz offered dialogue with India on all disputes. Raised concerns over Indus Waters Treaty and Kashmir. Trip featured stops in Saudi Arabia, Europe, Canada and US.
Zelensky tells a European summit that Russia aims to expand the war past Ukraine. He cites drone incursions over multiple countries as a warning sign. EU leaders discuss tighter defenses, including a potential regional “drone wall.” Putin rejects the claims, accusing Europe of militarising and exaggerating the threat. France and others back a tougher response to airspace violations. EU also debates using frozen Russian assets to finance a large Ukraine loan.
After a jailhouse meeting, Senator Ali Zafar said Imran Khan told KP CM Gandapur and Aleema Khan to stop public barbs.Imran rejected talk of removing Gandapur and urged internal resolution of disagreements.He tapped Mahmood Khan Achakzai as acting opposition leader pending legal outcomes for Omar Ayub.Imran also reshuffled coordination roles, replacing two aides with a new four-member team.The directives aim to contain infighting and restore party discipline.
Organisers say Israel stopped 13 boats in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, with about 30 still sailing.Pakistan’s premier condemned the action as “dastardly,” while the deputy PM cited international law.Turkey, Colombia and Malaysia issued sharp reactions; Bogotá expelled Israel’s diplomats and axed a trade deal.Israel said the flotilla was warned and that aid could be routed through designated channels.The standoff unfolds under a long-running blockade and a deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Pakistan’s ex-senator Mushtaq Ahmad Khan was detained during Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. Organisers say 39 of 45 boats were stopped as the convoy sought to challenge the Gaza blockade.PM Shehbaz Sharif condemned the action and demanded the release of all detainees.The mission aimed to deliver aid and spotlight humanitarian restrictions in Gaza. Pakistan voiced concern for its nationals and urged respect for international law.
A government delegation opened talks with the JAAC in AJK after fatal protests. Officials said most of the 38 demands have already been accepted. PM Shehbaz ordered a probe and told police to show restraint. Dozens of injuries were reported among police and civilians. The team pledged rapid recommendations to restore calm and address grievances.
Yousuf Raza Gilani said Pakistan’s backing of Trump’s Gaza initiative came after Muslim-world consultations. He called Pakistan a “consensus builder” and promised a parliamentary briefing by the foreign minister. Key plan elements include ceasefire, swaps, staged withdrawal, and a transitional mechanism. The government says its stance reflects coalition consensus; the opposition demands clarity. Officials insist Pakistan’s policy on Gaza remains unchanged and consultation-driven.
US officials plan to share intelligence to help Ukraine hit Russian energy assets. NATO allies are being asked to provide similar support, per the WSJ. The change would ease strikes on refineries, pipelines and power stations. Trump is pushing Europe to reduce purchases of Russian oil amid tougher sanctions. Requests for comment from key parties went unanswered, Reuters reported.
FM Ishaq Dar says Pakistan has made no decision yet on deploying troops to a proposed Palestine peace force. He insists policy on Palestine remains unchanged and any role would be documented at the UN. The US-backed plan includes a ceasefire, prisoner swaps and a transitional administration. Dar underscores Pakistan’s diplomacy at UNGA and support for a two-state solution on pre-1967 borders.
Trump says he will tell assembled generals and admirals they are “cherished.” Defense chief Pete Hegseth convened the rare global leadership meeting at Quantico. Focus expected on reinforcing a ‘warrior ethos’ across the force. Event involves significant logistics and security planning. The gathering underscores the administration’s push to reshape Pentagon priorities.
