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A Chinese government spokesperson on Wednesday voiced the country’s firm opposition to the U.S. arms sales to China’s Taiwan region. Zhu Fenglian, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, made the remarks at a regular press conference in response to a media query citing a comment that suggests next year could see the highest total value of U.S. arms sales to the Taiwan region. “We have always, clearly and resolutely opposed U.S. arms sales to China’s Taiwan region,” Zhu said. Zhu warned that the Democratic Progressive Party authorities had squandered funds that could have been used to improve…

More than 100 participants from various sectors of Taiwan society called for fostering a correct view of history and contributing to peace and prosperity across the Taiwan Straits at a seminar marking the 80th anniversary of Taiwan’s restoration to China on Wednesday. This year also marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. In 1895, after suffering defeat in a war with Japan, the Qing government was forced to cede Taiwan and Penghu Islands. Fifty years later, the Chinese people overcame Japanese aggression during World War…

KARACHI : The Pakistan Navy has showcased its professionalism globally by seizing narcotics worth billions of rupees in the Arabian Sea. According to a statement from the US Central Command, the successful operation was conducted by PNS Yarmook, a vessel associated with the Saudi-led Combined Task Force 150. Within just 48 hours, the Pakistan Navy intercepted two suspicious boats and recovered two tons of crystal meth, 350 kilograms of ice, and 50 kilograms of cocaine, with a total estimated value of $972.4 million. The statement added that the seized drugs were brought aboard for analysis and verification before being destroyed.…

RAWALPINDI : Security forces on Wednesday carried out a successful operation, killing one militant while other accomplices fled the area injured. According to security sources, operations against militants are ongoing in Bajaur. In this context, forces completely cleared militant hideouts and tunnels in the Shahitanghi forest. Acting on intelligence, security forces ambushed a cave in the Shahitanghi forest, leading to a fierce exchange of fire in which one militant was killed and the others escaped wounded. Sources added that tunnels and nearby areas were cleared, and weapons, explosives, and communication equipment used by the militants were recovered during the operation.…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced in a swift decision on Wednesday that bulletproof vehicles will be dispatched immediately to Balochistan, following the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government’s refusal to accept them. Naqvi’s announcement came in direct response to a tweet from Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti, who had requested that the vehicles be allocated to his province, citing its ongoing struggle against terrorism. KP CM Afridi declines bulletproof vehicles According to official sources, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi declined to take delivery of the bulletproof vehicles offered to his province. While no specific reason was cited publicly, the decision…

South Africa edged ahead in the second Test against Pakistan as they posted 404 in their first innings, taking a valuable 71-run lead at the close of Day 3 on Wednesday. The visitors’ tailenders put up a remarkable fight, frustrating Pakistan’s bowlers after a balanced morning session. Senuran Muthusamy anchored the innings with a resilient unbeaten 89 off 155 balls, while Kagiso Rabada stunned the hosts with a powerful 71 off 61 deliveries, including four boundaries and four sixes. Their 10th-wicket stand of 50 runs in just 50 balls turned the momentum in South Africa’s favor after the team had…

Pakistan’s left-arm spinner Noman Ali has achieved a remarkable milestone, climbing four spots to claim the second position in the latest ICC Test Bowling Rankings. This marks a career-best performance for Noman, who now needs just 29 rating points to dethrone India’s Jasprit Bumrah, who continues to hold the top spot among Test bowlers. Shaheen Afridi, Rizwan, Babar also move up It was a positive update overall for Pakistan’s top cricketers in the latest ICC rankings. Shaheen Shah Afridi moved up three places to 19th among Test bowlers, showcasing his steady improvement in the longer format. In the batting charts,…

Pakistani actor and content creator Khaqan Shahnawaz has voiced his disapproval of Atif Aslam’s recent venture into social media content creation, saying the superstar has been copying smaller creators without giving them due credit. During his appearance on the popular podcast Pakiavellian, Khaqan discussed the clash between actors and digital creators, sharing candid opinions about the entertainment industry, politics, and originality in content. ‘Atif Aslam copied smaller creators,’ says Khaqan While clarifying that he has no personal issue with Atif Aslam joining the world of online videos, Khaqan said he felt disappointed by how the celebrated singer handled his content…

India has reopened its embassy in Kabul after four years, signaling a new phase of engagement with Afghanistan’s Taliban-led interim government. The decision follows Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s recent visit to New Delhi aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Wednesday that the government has restored the status of its Technical Mission in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy “with immediate effect.” “In keeping with the decision announced during the recent visit of the Afghan Foreign Minister to India, the government is restoring the status of the Technical Mission of India in…

At least 63 people have died and several others were injured after two buses collided head-on in a horrific four-vehicle crash on the Kampala-Gulu Highway, one of Uganda’s busiest roads, police confirmed on Wednesday. The tragic accident occurred shortly after midnight near Kitaleba village, when both buses, travelling in opposite directions, attempted to overtake other vehicles — a lorry and a sport utility vehicle (SUV) — at the same time. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), the Uganda Police Force said: “In the process, both buses met head-on during the overtaking manoeuvres. Sixty-three people lost their lives, all…