Pakistan

Pakistan senate panel passes bill criminalizing promotion of Zionism

Legislation introduces prison terms for promoting Zionism and displaying Zionist symbols to incite communal hatred.

By ARSHAD MEHMOOD/THE MEDIA LINE
10/11/2024

Imran Khan’s allies hope Trump victory could help free the jailed ex-PM

Pakistanis speculate that Trump’s potential return to power could lead to diplomatic support for the release of Imran Khan

By ARSHAD MEHMOOD / THE MEDIA LINE
04/11/2024

US blacklists over 2 dozen firms tied to Pakistan and Iran weapons programs

The United States added 26 companies from Pakistan, China, Egypt, and the UAE to a blacklist, citing support for missile and drone developments and violations of export controls.

By ARSHAD MEHMOOD/THE MEDIA LINE
29/10/2024

Islamabad hosts SCO Summit focused on economic collaboration and regional stability

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization's 23rd meeting emphasized the need for improved regional economic collaboration to enhance prosperity among member states

By ARSHAD MEHMOOD/THE MEDIA LINE
26/10/2024

Pakistan’s prime minister appeals to US for release of alleged al-Qaida member

Siddiqui rose to notoriety after her conviction in 2010 on multiple charges, including attempting to kill American officials.

By ARSHAD MEHMOUD/THE MEDIA LINE
21/10/2024

Islamist terrorists kill four, including three policemen, in Pakistan

The incident occurred in district Bannu, which borders the restive North Waziristan tribal region on the Pakistan-Afghanistan border.

By REUTERS
14/10/2024

Man accused of plot to attack New York Jewish center will contest extradition, lawyer says

Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, 20, was arrested in Canada earlier this month as he allegedly tried to enter the US.

By REUTERS
17/09/2024

Pakistan police detain several lawmakers of jailed Imran Khan's party

Pakistani police detained several lawmakers from Imran Khan's party after a major rally demanding his release led to clashes.

By REUTERS
10/09/2024

Two Pakistani men convicted over calls to murder Dutch anti-Muslim leader Wilders

Wilders, whose party joined government for the first time this year after a clear election victory, has lived under tight security for the past 20 years due to death threats.

By REUTERS
09/09/2024

More than 60 killed after terrorist attacks in Pakistan's Balochistan

The largest of the attacks targeted vehicles from buses to goods trucks on a major highway, killing at least 23 people, officials said, with 35 vehicles set ablaze.

By REUTERS
26/08/2024
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