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U.S. and Russian officials are set to meet for what are expected to be the most significant talks to date between the two former Cold War foes on ending Moscow’s war in Ukraine. The two sides are expected to discuss ways to end the conflict in Ukraine and restoring American-Russian relations. Ukraine and the Europeans were frozen out of the talks at this stage. Ukraine says no peace deal can be made on its behalf. European leaders gathered in Paris on Monday for an emergency summit to agree on a unified strategy after they were blindsided by Trump. The European…

As the countdown to ICC Champions Trophy 2025 begins, Team India has taken their preparations to the next level, with a series of intense, high-energy training sessions that could give them a major edge over the competition. In their latest practice, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul turned heads with his aggressive approach, focusing on power-hitting to dominate the final overs. Known for his technical finesse, Rahul seemed to embrace the finisher’s role, unleashing a flurry of sixes off nearly every delivery. With Rishabh Pant pushing for a spot in the XI, Rahul’s transformation into a big-hitter could prove to be a game-changer.…

Tremors of an earthquake were felt in Zhob and its surrounding areas in Balochistan. According to the Seismological Center, the earthquake had a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter scale. The depth of the earthquake was recorded at 22 kilometers, with its epicenter located 12 kilometers west of Zhob. The tremors caused panic among residents, who rushed out of their homes and buildings in fear. However, authorities confirmed that no casualties or damage have been reported so far. Earlier, tremors were also felt in Qalat and nearby areas, spreading fear among locals. According to the Seismological Center, the earthquake in…

BEIJING :Pakistani pine nut exports to China have surpassed $18.78 million in 2024, according to official data from the General Administration of Customs of the People’s Republic of China (GACC). Pakistani cuisine recipes From January to December 2024, China imported 981.64 tons of pine nuts from Pakistan, with a total value of $18.78 million, up from $8.22 million in 2023. This makes China one of the largest markets for Pakistani pine nuts, accounting for 35% of the total $53.71 million worth of pine nuts imported by China in the year. Yar Muhammad Niaz, the Chief Executive of a food company…

TASHKENT :Uzbekistan’s draft State Program for 2025 has emerged as a collective initiative shaped through extensive public and expert discussions, underscoring a commitment to transparency and inclusivity, according to Eldor Tulyakov, Executive Director of the Development Strategy Center. Tulyakov emphasized that the program was not solely a government initiative but was enriched by deliberations across both chambers of parliament, political parties, labor unions, youth groups, and local communities. The open dialogue, widely covered by the media, ensured public engagement at every stage, allowing citizens to contribute meaningfully to the nation’s future. Public awareness campaigns played a key role in gathering…

NEW YORK : Pakistan has broken its diplomatic isolation through active diplomacy, with the country’s economy now set to take off as a result of the hard work done by Prime MInister Shehbaz Sharif’s government, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammed Ishaq Dar, told members of the Pakistani community. “We are no longer isolated,” he said at his 2-hour interaction with the Pakistani diaspora at the Pakistan consulate in New York. Pakistan now has many friends in the international community, organized two major international events recently — the SCO Summit and the Conference on Girls’ Education in Muslim…

Pakistan has the potential to act as a bridge between the United States and China, said Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari during an interview with German television on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. Bilawal highlighted Pakistan’s long-standing role in fostering diplomatic ties between nations and stressed that some nations were taking advantage of the competitive situation between Washington and Beijing. He also expressed optimism about the prospect of improving ties with India, stating that peace with the rival country, or at the very least trade, was possible. Speaking about US President Donald Trump, Bilawal described…

KARACHI: The metropolis witnessed tensions late Monday night when a motorcyclist lost his life after being hit by a speeding water tanker near Jail Chowrangi, once again bringing road safety concerns in the metropolis into the spotlight. The accident triggered public outrage as enraged citizens set five water tankers on fire near the crash site in the port city. However, firefighters responded promptly, extinguishing the flames and preventing further damage. Taking immediate notice of the escalating situation, Sindh Home Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar directed police officials to submit a detailed report on the accident and the ensuing violence. The minister…

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain-wind/thunderstorms and snowfall in the upper regions of the country from February 19 to 21, breaking a prolonged dry spell. According to the Met Office, a frontal weather system is likely to enter the northern parts of the country on February 19 and persist until February 21. Rain-wind/thunderstorms with heavy snowfall are expected in Diamir, Astore, Ghizer, Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Guanche, and Shigar, as well as Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, and Mirpur from February 19-20. Similar weather conditions are anticipated in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan,…

The so-called “update” to the Taiwan fact sheet displayed on the U.S. State Department website is another example of the U.S. using the Taiwan question to contain China. China urges the United States to immediately correct its mistakes, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Monday. It was reported that the U.S. State Department had “updated” the Taiwan fact sheet on its website, removing its previous wording about not supporting Taiwan’s independence. Guo reiterated that there is only one China and Taiwan is part of China, and the government of the People’s Republic of China is the only legal government…