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England all-rounder Ben Stokes is set to bring the curtain down on his international career following the ongoing Test match against New Zealand. Stokes retires mid-Test against New Zealand after nightclub controversy Stokes has been a central figure in England’s 2019 World Cup triumph and has served as an inspirational Test captain since taking over from Joe Root in 2022. His retirement comes midway through the third Test against New Zealand, following a nightclub controversy involving pacer Gus Atkinson on 8 June. Both players were later cleared by the England and Wales Cricket Board after receiving a warning. England captain’s…

Pakistan’s security forces carried out an intelligence-based ground operation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border on Sunday, followed by “calibrated strikes” on militant hideouts, killing 29 terrorists. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said on social media platform X the action was launched in response to multiple militant attacks across the country.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday expressed deep grief over the tragic helicopter crash in Ras Tanura, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which claimed the precious lives of 14 Saudi nationals. “On behalf of the people and Government of Pakistan, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the bereaved families, and the brotherly people of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,” the prime minister wrote on his X timeline. He reiterated that Pakistan stood in full solidarity with its Saudi…

The naval and air forces of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command carried out a routine patrol in the South China Sea from June 27 to 28, command spokesperson Zhai Shichen said in a statement on Monday. The Philippines has enlisted countries outside the region to organize so-called “joint patrols” in a bid to stir up trouble in the South China Sea and undermine regional peace and stability, the statement noted. The command’s forces will resolutely safeguard China’s territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, and firmly uphold regional peace and stability.

China’s Shenzhou-23 crew has marked one month in orbit aboard the China Space Station, as astronauts Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan and Li Jiaying (also known as Lai Ka-ying in Cantonese) have continued a range of scientific experiments while exploring more new experiences during their journey. Over the past week, the crew conducted in-orbit scientific and operational tasks, combining rigorous research with the everyday rhythms of life in microgravity. In the space kitchen, the astronauts placed pumpkin cubes into the space oven. They then tasted the sweet food, bringing a familiar taste of home to their orbital residence. China’s Shenzhou-23 crew…

A Chinese envoy has urged Japan to address historical issues properly and with sincerity, saying the forced recruitment of “comfort women” constituted a grave crime against humanity committed by Japanese militarism against women. Li Xiaomei, deputy head of the Chinese delegation to the United Nations in Geneva, made the remarks recently during the annual discussion on women’s rights at the 62nd session of the UN Human Rights Council. Li noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the opening of the Tokyo Trial, and urged Japan to deeply reflect on its history of aggression and address historical issues properly…

China’s homegrown C909 aircraft has become a pillar in the country’s regional aviation market. The C909 aircraft has taken 70% of China’s regional aircraft fleet with 186 units delivered, ten years after the plane model was put into commercial operation in 2016, according to the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China. The C909 has 90 seats and is mainly flown on regional travel routes that connect small and medium-sized cities. It makes up a complete passenger transportation system with China’s other domestically developed trunk airliners, including the C919. “The C909 is a regional jet. Its route networks connect regional airports and…

China and Bangladesh are looking to translate long-standing political trust into more concrete cooperation, with a growing focus on emerging industries, connectivity and regional coordination. Against that backdrop, the two countries on Friday agreed to elevate their ties by building a China-Bangladesh community with a shared future in the new era, marking a milestone during Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s first official visit to China since taking office. The agreement underscored growing political trust between the two countries and a shared commitment to expanding cooperation across both traditional and emerging sectors, while strengthening coordination on regional and global affairs. Rahman’s…

Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Sunday said that Pakistan has always strived for maintaining peace and stability in the region, however, protecting the lives and property of its citizens remains the government’s top priority. In a statement posted on social media platform X, Tarar said there would be no compromise on the safety and security of Pakistani people. He added that, under the National Action Plan and the Azm-e-Istehkam vision approved by the Federal Apex Committee, security forces and law enforcement agencies will continue their counter-terrorism campaign with full intensity to eliminate terrorism that the government says is supported by…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with European Union High Representative andVice President (EU HRVP) Kaja Kallas, on Sunday and reviewed the rapidly evolving regional situation. European Union High Representative/Vice President Kaja Kallas appreciated Pakistan’s sincere efforts culminating in signing of the Islamabad MOU, however she expressed serious concerns at the recent ceasefire violations and stressed that channels of communication must remain open, the Foreign Office Spokesperson said in a press release. Ishaq Dar apprised Kaja Kallas about Pakistan’s continued diplomatic efforts towards a comprehensive framework for peace and stability in the…