Unidentified gunmen shot a vehicle in Quetta’s Faizabad area on Sariab Road, killing three people and critically injuring two. Police cordoned off the scene, collected evidence, secured CCTV, and began raids.
Pakistan condemned Israeli military strikes in Lebanon at a UN meeting, calling for an immediate ceasefire, unimpeded humanitarian access, and an end to attacks on civilians and UN peacekeepers.
Kuwait, the EU and Canada praised Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to advance US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad, urging continued dialogue after marathon talks stalled.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi asks Pakistan’s business community to repatriate 20–30% of overseas wealth, targeting $10 billion before the federal budget. He also unveils a plan for an exclusive business passport to ease visa issues.
Pakistan’s government orders 2.25 hours of daily peak-hour outages from 5pm to 1am to limit reliance on expensive fuels after LNG disruptions. Officials say the plan prevents tariff hikes and will follow feeder-wise schedules.
Mohsin Naqvi announced a major overhaul to modernize Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), aiming for a high-tech law enforcement institution by Dec 31, 2026, with expanded manpower, welfare, and zero tolerance for corruption.
At Harvard’s Pakistan Conference 2026, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb outlined Pakistan’s reform agenda, targeting export-led growth, tax base expansion, and energy stability amid global shocks.
Iran accused the US of disrupting near-final negotiations in Islamabad, citing shifting demands and a blockade. The US Central Command announced maritime enforcement on Iranian port traffic as talks ended without agreement.
PTI says Imran Khan’s health has declined due to restricted care and solitary confinement, citing eye problems. It demands immediate transfer to Shifa Hospital and independent, transparent examinations.
China cautioned against blocking the Strait of Hormuz, warning it would harm global interests. It urged the US and Iran to halt fighting immediately through political and diplomatic efforts.
China says it will deepen strategic coordination with Russia as Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov visits Beijing. The talks will cover bilateral ties, security and global alignment.
NATIONALIshaq Dar met China’s ambassador and reaffirmed Pakistan’s diplomatic resolve as Beijing praised Islamabad’s mediation in US-Iran negotiations. Talks ended without an agreement, but Pakistan urged both sides to maintain the ceasefire.
