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Pakistan Urges Restraint as US-Iran Hostilities Escalate

Pakistan Urges Restraint as US-Iran Hostilities Escalate

Pakistan has urged all sides to show restraint as renewed US-Iran hostilities raise fears of regional escalation. Islamabad warned at the UN Security Council that diplomacy must be protected before the crisis causes wider security and economic fallout.

World
Lyari Turns Into Football Fan Zone Ahead of FIFA World Cup

Lyari Turns Into Football Fan Zone Ahead of FIFA World Cup

Lyari’s streets are turning into colourful football fan zones as FIFA World Cup excitement rises in Karachi. Brazil supporters dominate the atmosphere, while fans of other teams are adding to the lively debates, decorations and community celebrations.

Sports
Missing Journalist Yasir Ayaz Recovered in Swabi After Four Days

Missing Journalist Yasir Ayaz Recovered in Swabi After Four Days

Islamabad journalist Yasir Ayaz has been recovered from Swabi after being missing for four days. Police say he was found in a distressed condition, while the circumstances of his disappearance and how he reached Swabi remain under investigation.

General
Imran Family and PTI Leaders Denied Adiala Jail Meeting Again

Imran Family and PTI Leaders Denied Adiala Jail Meeting Again

Imran Khan’s sisters and PTI leaders were again denied a meeting with the former prime minister at Adiala Jail despite a twice-weekly access schedule. Aleema Khan linked the issue to Pakistan’s wider political instability and called for Imran’s release.

Politics
Karachi Heatwave Alert: Temperatures May Climb to 42°C

Karachi Heatwave Alert: Temperatures May Climb to 42°C

Karachi may face heatwave conditions from June 10 to June 12, with temperatures expected to rise between 39°C and 42°C. Health experts have advised residents to avoid direct sunlight, stay hydrated and protect vulnerable people from heat-related illness.

Health
Jhang Student Dies After Alleged Gang Rape, Three Arrested

Jhang Student Dies After Alleged Gang Rape, Three Arrested

An 18-year-old student in Jhang died after being brought to hospital in critical condition following her disappearance. Police have arrested three suspects, seized a vehicle and are pursuing a fourth suspect as forensic reports are awaited.

General
FIA Reveals 10,000 Pakistanis Sought UK Asylum After Student Visas

FIA Reveals 10,000 Pakistanis Sought UK Asylum After Student Visas

The FIA has told a National Assembly committee that 10,000 Pakistanis entered the UK on student visas before applying for asylum. Officials said illegal migration is damaging Pakistan’s reputation and warned of emerging human trafficking routes through Malaysia and Uzbekistan.

General
Peshawar FC Post Attack Leaves Six Personnel Martyred

Peshawar FC Post Attack Leaves Six Personnel Martyred

Six Frontier Constabulary personnel were martyred and four injured after terrorists attempted to capture a post in Peshawar’s Hassan Khel area. Sources said eight terrorists were killed in retaliatory action, while operations continued after security forces cordoned off the area.

General
PSX Surges Over 1,700 Points on Oil Drop and Budget Hopes

PSX Surges Over 1,700 Points on Oil Drop and Budget Hopes

The Pakistan Stock Exchange gained more than 1,700 points as lower oil prices and optimism over the federal budget boosted investor sentiment. Analysts linked the rally to easing Middle East tensions and expectations that the budget process is nearing finalisation.

Business
AJK on Edge as JAAC Strike and Long March Tensions Grow

AJK on Edge as JAAC Strike and Long March Tensions Grow

Azad Jammu and Kashmir remains tense as JAAC prepares for a strike and long march after deadly Rawalakot clashes. Authorities have tightened security, made arrests and warned that protests will not be allowed to disrupt public order.

Politics
Karachi Police Launch Anti-Drug Policy for Schools and Universities

Karachi Police Launch Anti-Drug Policy for Schools and Universities

Karachi South Zone police have introduced an anti-drug policy with educational institutions to prevent narcotics use and trafficking around campuses. The plan includes anti-drug committees, awareness drives, parental involvement and regular police progress reporting.

General
Swat Armed Attack Kills 3, Injures Transport Leader Afzal Gujjar

Swat Armed Attack Kills 3, Injures Transport Leader Afzal Gujjar

Local transport leader Afzal Gujjar was injured in an armed attack in Swat, while his son, nephew and guard were killed. Police say three people have been arrested and a search operation is underway after residents blocked the Matta-Mingora road in protest.

General