American ‘war on terror’ killed 500,000: study
WASHINGTON: About half a million people have died violently in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan due to the US “war on terror” that was launched following the 9/11 attacks in 2001, according to…
Wells discusses bilateral ties, money laundering with Pakistani officials
ISLAMABAD: Senior American diplomat Alice Wells on Tuesday held delegation-level talks with Pakistani officials here to “further strengthen” bilateral relations between the two countries. Alice Wells, who is the principal deputy assistant…
French president appreciates Pakistan’s efforts in fighting terrorism
–French President Macron accepts PM Khan’s invitation ISLAMABAD: French President Emmanuel Macron telephoned Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday where he recognised Pakistan’s struggle and sacrifices in the global war against terrorism.…
Osama bin Laden was ‘brainwashed’: al Qaeda leader’s mother speaks for the first time
Nearly 17 years since 9/11, Osama bin Laden’s family remains an influential part of Saudi society – as well as a reminder of the darkest moment in the kingdom’s history. Can they…
Russian envoy lauds Pak’s contribution in war against terror
ISLAMABAD: Russian Ambassador to Pakistan Alexey Y Dedov has lauded Pakistan’s contribution in the war against terror. He was delivering a lecture on “Pakistan-Russia Relations: Is there a New Trajectory” in Islamabad…
US officials say Imran Khan could ‘complicate’ Afghan peace talks
WASHINGTON: The rise of Imran Khan, a former cricket star who is Pakistan’s likely next leader, could complicate new talks between American diplomats and the Taliban about ending the war in Afghanistan,…
US urges ‘decisive’ steps by Pakistan for Afghan peace
WASHINGTON: The United States is calling for “sustained and decisive steps” by Pakistan to bring Taliban leaders to the negotiating table with the Afghan government, reported Associated Press. The militant group has…
Pakistan seeks boost in international cooperation to wipe out terrorism
Envoy says Pakistan has gained ‘tremendous success’ in combating terrorism Pakistan has gained “tremendous success” in combating terrorism in recent years, but stressed the need for more international cooperation to eliminate the…
Pakistan condemns terrorist attack in Afghanistan
Pakistan has “strongly condemned” the terrorist attack in Afghanistan’s city Jalalabad, killing and injuring many innocent civilians on Sunday. Foreign Office Spokesman Dr Mohammad Faisal, in a tweet on Monday, said that…
US urges Pakistan to bring Afghan Taliban to the table
–US envoy Alice Wells arrives in Pakistan after India-Afghanistan visit, says Afghan Taliban’s refusal to engage in talks is ‘unacceptable’ –Says US yet to see sustained and decisive action on part of…
‘Taliban problem’ should be resolved with Pakistan’s assistance: Afghan president
A day after Afghan security forces resumed offensive operations after the government declared an end to the government’s unilateral ceasefire with the Taliban, President Ashraf Ghani elaborated breakthroughs achieved in finding solutions…
US envoy Nikki Haley uses anti-Pakistan rhetoric to woo Indians
–Tells Indian think tank Washington is ‘urging Pakistan more strongly than in past’ to deny terror havens on its soil NEW DELHI: Nikki Haley, the US envoy to the United Nations, on…
Afghan officials hold security talks with ISI chief
ISLAMABAD: A high-powered Afghan security delegation visited Pakistan on Tuesday for official talks on how to jointly push peace and reconciliation efforts in Afghanistan, reported Voice of America. Haneef Atmar, the Afghan…
Militant sanctuaries in Pakistan biggest challenge to Afghan stability: US general
A US army general has expressed dissatisfaction with Pakistan’s counter-terrorism efforts, calling the country’s actions “contradictory”. Lieutenant General Austin Miller, US President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead allied forces in the 17-year-old…
Australia acknowledges Pakistan’s sacrifices in war on terror
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Australia on Wednesday reviewed the existing defence and security cooperation with the pledge to further strengthen the same between the two countries. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), this…
War on terror cost Pakistan Rs 297 billion, Senate told
Finance minister tells Senate the US only provided Pakistan $111m out of promised $132m ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has spent at least Rs 297 billion in the fight against the terrorism in the last decade,…
Pakistani troops have advisory role in Saudi Arabia: PM Abbasi
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Monday said that Pakistani troops had an advisory role in Saudi Arabia and they were there for the last 30 years with their number changing.…