Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi makes a second visit to Islamabad in two days, then departs for Moscow. Pakistan-led diplomacy aims to avert wider escalation and revive talks between Tehran and Washington.
Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik says Pakistan’s fuel supply remains secure and stable, but IMF commitments must be honoured. He links lasting petrol price control to resolving US-Iran tensions and calls for OGRA digitalisation and deregulation.
Attaullah Tarar recalls Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s PMA Kakul address, rejecting baseless allegations over the Pahalgam incident and reiterating Pakistan’s call for a transparent, impartial investigation.
Iran’s FM Abbas Araghchi leaves Islamabad after talks with Pakistan’s PM and military chiefs. Hours later, Trump cancels envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff’s planned Pakistan trip for US–Iran peace talks.
Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US Rizwan Saeed Sheikh says Islamabad supports dialogue-based diplomacy, including Iran–US facilitation, while reaffirming regional stability and strengthening Pakistan–US ties.
On World Malaria Day, WHO urged partners to strengthen surveillance, prevention, and timely treatment in Pakistan. While 2025 cases fell 10%, 1.8 million remain, with climate and funding gaps threatening gains.
President Asif Ali Zardari departs for a week-long China trip to strengthen economic and trade ties, with discussions focused on CPEC cooperation and provincial meetings in Hunan and Hainan.
Pakistan’s Under-16 team made a historic UEFA debut in Kazakhstan, losing 1-4 to the hosts. After a 4-0 first half, they improved in the second and take lessons ahead of Russia.
Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan breaks ground on Pakistan’s first FIFA Arena in Lahore’s Subzazar, signaling international-standard grassroots football infrastructure and a nationwide rollout plan.
Mohsen Gilani praised Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for backing football and Army talent hunt programs, saying Pakistan’s U-16 team’s UEFA Development Tournament debut will boost youth development.
The White House says special envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner will go to Islamabad for Iran-related talks mediated by Pakistan, while Iran’s foreign minister is also expected.
Punjab Police will introduce mobile 360-degree camera vehicles to spot fake number plates, e-challan defaulters and wanted individuals in real time. The system will integrate with Safe Cities and begin on selected Lahore roads after CM approval.
