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US President Donald Trump announced a phased agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, brokered through his Board of Peace. The deal would see Israeli forces withdraw and an international stabilisation force deploy, but Hamas officials conditioned disarmament on Israel's compliance, and Israeli attacks continued.
At least 32 miners were killed in a coal mine explosion in southwest Pakistan, with 10 others trapped underground. The blast, believed to be caused by a methane gas buildup, has prompted rescue efforts and government pledges of compensation.
Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won the men's javelin final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, while Neeraj Chopra took silver and Arshad Nadeem made an early exit. Pathirage's winning throw of 89.75 metres secured Sri Lanka's first athletics gold.
Pakistan has insisted that negotiations between the US and Iran remain ongoing, even as Washington launched a heavy wave of strikes in retaliation for attacks on Jordan. The conflict has widened, with Saudi Arabia joining US strikes in Iraq, Egypt facing its first drone attack, and Jordan and Kuwait reporting new incidents.
Analysts examine Iran's recent missile strike on a US base in Jordan, suggesting that Tehran may view a controlled conflict as more advantageous than a fragile peace. The article explores the strategic logic, proxy network, and nuclear program that underpin Iran's decisions.
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has warned that a stolen election in Azad Jammu and Kashmir would trigger a 'countdown' for the federal government, while also calling on the PTI to abandon boycott politics and join efforts for parliamentary reforms.
A QatarEnergy-controlled LNG tanker has exited the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since July 11, according to ship-tracking data. Reports indicate Pakistan reached an agreement with Iran to ensure the safe passage of at least one Qatari tanker amid regional tensions.
Joe Root has been reappointed England men's Test captain, with former New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming named head coach following the sacking of Brendon McCullum. The ECB also confirmed squad changes ahead of the Pakistan series, including Dan Lawrence's recall and the release of five players to county cricket.
The Lahore High Court has granted interim protective bail to Noreen Niazi, sister of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, in a case registered by Pakistan's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency over social media content deemed offensive. The case stems from her remarks about last year's India-Pakistan military conflict, which she alleged was orchestrated to improve the military's image.
At least 11 police officers were killed in an ambush on a police post in Pakistan's northwestern Hangu district near the Afghan border. Security forces killed 15 attackers during the hours-long raid, which involved explosive-laden quadcopters. The attack is the latest in a surge of violence in the region.
At least 31 people have been killed in clashes in Pakistan-administered Kashmir since June, prompting the UN rights chief to call for an independent investigation. The unrest, driven by a dispute over legislative seats reserved for Kashmiri refugees, has seen protests and a government crackdown on the group leading the demonstrations.
The United States has launched a wave of strikes against Iran, hitting dozens of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets, including sites on Qeshm Island. Iranians in the south describe worsening conditions and anger at Washington, even as some say they would resist again. Officials report casualties and power outages, while the IRGC vows continued resistance.
The United States has launched new airstrikes against Iran after a days-long pause, while Iran fired missiles at US installations in Jordan. Saudi Arabia announced plans for a multinational maritime defence coalition to protect Red Sea shipping, and Egypt warned of serious escalation after a drone strike on gas vessels at Damietta port.
US President Donald Trump says he would be 'quite disappointed' if China supplied air defense systems to Iran, citing a personal promise from Chinese President Xi Jinping. China's Defense Ministry has denied supplying such weapons, while a Reuters report alleges a pending deal.
During Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah's official visit to Pakistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir reaffirmed commitment to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, security, and regional peace. Kuwait's ratification of a 2023 defence cooperation agreement was welcomed as a milestone.
PPP Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has called for re-polling in Mirpur after alleging widespread rigging in the first phase of Azad Jammu and Kashmir elections. The PML-N won nine of 13 seats in the phase, according to provisional results. PPP leaders also accused the AJK Election Commission of facilitating the alleged fraud.
West Indies defeated Pakistan by 90 runs in the first Test in Trinidad, taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Jayden Seales claimed his fourth five-wicket haul, finishing with 5 for 20, as Pakistan were bowled out for 120 while chasing 211.
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir legislative assembly elections were held in three phases, with the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) taking a commanding lead in the first two rounds. The exercise was marked by a boycott by PTI, a banned opposition group's protests, and concerns about the impact of early results on later phases.
Eleven police officials, including the station house officer of Sarwar Road police station, have been booked and charge-sheeted for allegedly raiding the residence of Attorney General for Pakistan Mansoor Awan in Lahore, harassing household staff, and exceeding their lawful authority. Six of the officials have been granted pre-arrest bail by a sessions court.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasts a fresh spell of monsoon rainfall from July 29 to August 5, with warnings of urban flooding, flash floods, and landslides in several parts of the country. The Indus River is expected to reach medium flood levels at Guddu Barrage, while authorities continue rescue efforts.