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Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with President of Myanmar Min Aung Hlaing in Beijing on Tuesday.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday announced that Pakistan would host the historic signing ceremony of the US-Iran peace agreement in Geneva on June 19, terming the deal a “monumental milestone” for global peace and a “triumph” of peace and dialogue over the devastation of war. “Today the world has witnessed that the pursuit of peace has achieved a great victory and the flames of war have begun to subside. This is a historic moment that historians will record in golden letters,” the prime minister said, addressing the National Assembly, hours after he and President Donald Trump announced that the…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said on Monday Pakistan warmly welcomed the understanding reached between the United States and Iran. “We look forward to the formal signing ceremony on 19 June in Geneva and remain confident that this positive development will pave the way for enduring peace, stability and shared prosperity for the region and beyond,” he said in a post on X. This significant breakthrough reflects the power of sustained diplomatic engagement and the collective resolve of friendly nations to choose dialogue over confrontation, he wrote in a post on X. It also sends a reassuring message to the…

Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said that Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has once again proved his leadership, adding that this time he delivered not only for his own country but for the world as well. In a message shared on social media, the interior minister posted a picture of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and wrote that he had once again achieved a major milestone. Mohsin Naqvi said that this time his contribution was not limited to Pakistan but extended to the wider world. It is pertinent to mention that a peace agreement has been reached between the United…

PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto has welcomed the US-Iran peace agreement. In a statement here on Saturday, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said that the peace agreement is an important step towards reducing tensions and peace through negotiations. The positive progress reflects the thoughtful leadership and commitment of all parties involved in the process. Bilawal Bhutto said he pays tribute to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for taking the process forward and appreciates Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir’s steadfast support for regional stability. Prime Minster Shehbaz Sharif has said a deal between the US and Iran has been reached. “Following intensive talks,…

The Chief Minister of Punjab has approved the presentation of the provincial budget for the financial year 2026-27 on June 16, according to official sources. Following the approval of the Chief Minister, the schedule for the budget presentation has been finalized. The Punjab government has completed preparations for the new fiscal year budget, which will be presented as an important financial document on June 16 in the provincial assembly. Officials said the upcoming budget is expected to include a roadmap for provincial development, public welfare initiatives, and new projects aimed at improving key sectors. The budget will also include a…

SANTA CLARA: Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman defended his tactics and substitutions after Dutch hopes of victory in their World Cup opener were foiled by a late Japan goal in the 2-2 draw on Sunday. Two well-taken goals by captain Virgil van Dijk and Crysencio Summerville either side of Keito Nakamura’s conversion put the Netherlands in the lead twice but a deflected Daichi Kamada strike two minutes from time saw the spoils shared. Six minutes after Summerville’s 64th-minute goal, Koeman took off the winger in a triple substitution and later added a third centre back in Nathan Ake. The more defensive…

US and Iranian officials said on Sunday they have agreed to a deal to end their war, halt the US blockade of Iran and reopen the Strait ​of Hormuz, possibly leading to lower energy prices once oil shipments resume through the critical ‌waterway. Below is international reaction to the agreement: Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres: “The Secretary-General welcomes the announcement that the United States and Iran have agreed on a peace deal that provides for an immediate and permanent ceasefire, the reopening of the ​Strait of Hormuz, as well as a framework for further negotiations. This represents a critical…

MONTERREY: Sweden’s Yasin Ayari scored two sensational goals and Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres also got on the scoresheet as they cruised to a 5-1 World Cup Group F victory over Tunisia on Sunday. After scraping through to the finals after a dismal qualifying campaign, they responded by scoring five goals in a World Cup match for the first time since 1938 when they defeated Cuba 8-0. Ayari – the son of a Tunisian father and a Moroccan mother – put Sweden ahead in the seventh minute after goalkeeper Mouhib Chamakh fluffed his lines trying to clear under pressure from…

EVIAN-LES-BAINS: Leaders of the Group of Seven wealthy nations meet at a ​French lakeside resort on Monday shortly after the US and Iran said they had reached a preliminary deal to end their war. Discussing ‌next steps on Iran will be one of several issues the global leaders will wrestle with during the June 15-17 summit, which will also seek common ground on the war in Ukraine, tackling global economic imbalances and sourcing critical minerals outside of the dominant supplier China. US President Donald Trump is due to arrive in Evian-les-Bains on Monday for the gathering ​at a time when…