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Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has described Zionism as a “threat to humanity,” alleging that it has played a direct or indirect role in conflicts affecting the Islamic world since the establishment of Israel. In a strongly worded statement on X, Asif said Zionism would be seen as a driving force behind any large-scale conflict that breaks out in the Muslim world. He further claimed that major global powers were “hostages” to Zionist influence and alleged that the ideology has controlled the global economic system for over a century. The defence minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s position as a nuclear power and praised the country’s…

A day after one of the most dramatic crashes in its history, the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a powerful rebound on Tuesday. The benchmark KSE-100 Index surged by over 3,000 points during intraday trading, signalling a return of buying momentum after Monday’s historic selloff. During trading, the KSE-100 Index gained 3,018 points, climbing to 154,991 points. Earlier in the session at 12:35pm, the benchmark index was hovering at 153,093.59, up by 1,120.60 points or 0.74%. The recovery marked a sharp turnaround from Monday’s panic-driven decline, when investor confidence had been severely shaken. Buying returns across key sectors Strong buying activity was…

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) review mission has departed Pakistan earlier than scheduled and arrived in Istanbul, Turkey, with remaining negotiations now shifting to a virtual format. The move comes amid regional security concerns, though officials insist the economic review process remains on track. According to sources, the IMF mission — which arrived in Pakistan on February 25 and was scheduled to stay until March 11 — cut its visit short due to the prevailing security situation. The delegation is now continuing talks from Istanbul, while Pakistani officials confirmed that all remaining sessions will proceed online. Finance Ministry officials have…

Tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border escalated again as Hezbollah declared that Israeli attacks “cannot continue without response.” The statement came as Israel issued urgent displacement orders for dozens of areas in southern Lebanon. In a message posted on Telegram, Hezbollah described its recent missile attacks on Israel as a “defensive act” and a “legitimate right.” The group accused Israel of carrying out 15 months of aggression against Lebanon in violation of a 2024 ceasefire agreement. “All political and diplomatic efforts have failed to curb this aggression or compel Israel to implement the ceasefire agreement and its requirements,” Hezbollah said. The…

Iran has urged global intervention after air strikes by the United States and Israel caused damage to hospitals, schools, and humanitarian facilities. Authorities warn that civilian infrastructure is increasingly at risk as missile and drone attacks continue across the country. Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei stated that the strikes “continue to indiscriminately strike residential areas, sparing neither hospitals, schools, Red Crescent facilities, nor cultural monuments.” Baghaei described the attacks as “heinous crimes of international concern,” warning that ignoring such actions threatens global shared values. Pir Hossein Kolivand, head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society, called on the…

The United States Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was targeted by drones early Tuesday, causing a minor fire at the diplomatic compound. While no casualties were reported, the attack comes amid heightened tensions following recent US-Israeli operations in the Gulf. According to the Saudi Defence Ministry, two drones struck the US Embassy in Riyadh, resulting in a limited fire and minor material damage to the facility. Black smoke was seen rising over the city’s Diplomatic Quarter, home to several foreign missions. Three witnesses told Reuters that a loud blast was heard, followed by flames at the embassy, though officials confirmed…

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise formerly known as Sialkot Stallionz has been renamed Multan Sultans following a majority acquisition by CD Ventures, PSL Chief Executive Salman Naseer said on Tuesday. He made the announcement at a joint news conference alongside franchise owner Hamza Majeed and CD Ventures chief Gohar Shah. Naseer said CD Ventures has taken a majority stake in the team, which was initially bought by OZ Developers for Rs1.85 billion at the PSL auction held in January. Naseer revealed that, following the latest developments, the franchise’s valuation has risen to Rs2 billion annually. “Gohar Shah requested to…

Hania Aamir has been making headlines for both her professional achievements and personal life, with constant buzz around her wedding plans and her rumoured relationship with singer Asim Azhar. It all started after Galaxy Lollywood host Momin Ali Munshi claimed that the Meri Zindagi Hai Tu actress is set to get married in 2026. Now, Hania’s close friend and Indian rapper Badshah has reacted to the wedding rumours while also speaking about a possible future collaboration with the actress. During a press conference in London, Badshah praised Hania and said he has always wished her well. Commenting on the marriage…

Pope Leo XIV has urged Catholic priests to resist the “temptation” to use artificial intelligence to write sermons. The Chicago-born pontiff, who is the first head of the Catholic Church to hail from the United States, also urged his fellow clergymen to “use your brains more.” The pope made the remarks during a closed-door meeting with the clergy of the Diocese of Rome on February 19. The details of the meeting, in which the pope took questions from priests, were unsealed the next day and reported by Vatican News. During the meeting, the pope told listeners that giving a “homily…

The National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) on Monday issued a high-priority cybersecurity alert in Pakistan amid escalating regional tensions. According to the advisory, hostile actors, including state-sponsored groups, hacktivists, and opportunistic cybercriminals, may exploit the current situation to launch cyber operations targeting sensitive government, defense, and financial systems. Threats are expected to include spear phishing, deepfake content, misinformation campaigns, DDoS attacks, malware, and ransomware targeting banking and corporate networks. The advisory also highlighted the risk of government social media accounts being hacked, potentially spreading false or inflammatory content to the public. The National CERT directed institutions to implement…