Staff Report

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The US returned more than 450 stolen cultural artifacts worth an estimated $23 million to Pakistan, citing their historical significance and illegal removal over decades.

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ISPR says Pakistan Army and Frontier Corps Balochistan carried out an intelligence-based operation in Barkhan’s Nosham area, killing seven Indian-backed Fitna al-Hindustan terrorists and recovering weapons, while five personnel, including a major, were martyred.

NATIONAL

An intelligence-based operation in Barkhan’s Nosham area killed seven militants linked to “Fitna Al Hindustan,” while five soldiers, including a major, were martyred in the exchange of fire. A follow-up sanitisation operation continues.

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A Karachi court granted three days of physical remand to alleged drug peddler Anmol alias “Pinky”. Police seek further investigation into cocaine supply, finances, and prior cases, while a new officer leads the inquiry.

NATIONAL

PTI says jailed Imran Khan lost vision in one eye after alleged torture and is at serious health risk. The party cites ongoing CRVO treatment, restricted family meetings, and court delays.

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Anita Khawaja, a German citizen in Sialkot, received the Cross of Merit (1st Class) from Germany’s Federal President for long-term efforts to improve healthcare and education for football stitchers and residents.

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Pakistan’s UN envoy Asim Iftikhar Ahmad tells a US War College delegation that Middle East tensions risk global peace, energy security and trade. He says Islamabad engages the US, Iran and Gulf states to de-escalate.

Entertainment

Ajoka Theatre marks 42 years in Lahore with a special ‘Bulha’ performance at Alhamra Hall No. 1, featuring live qawwali, dance, and folk singer Muskan Noshahi.

NATIONAL

Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz announced Liaqat Shaheed will be nominated for Pakistan’s highest civil award after he stopped a suicide bomber at the Jand border check-post in Attock, laying down his life.

NATIONAL

Pakistan’s Eid ul Adha holidays could run from Wednesday, May 27, to Friday, May 29, creating a five-day break with the weekend—subject to Zil Hajj moon sighting.

Foreign

An Air Arabia flight passenger opened an emergency exit and jumped from the aircraft while it taxied at Chennai airport, causing panic and delays. He was detained with minor injuries as authorities investigate.

Foreign

A man called emergency services saying aliens entered his home. Police responded and searched the property, but found no evidence of extraterrestrial activity. The claim spread widely online.