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US Vice President JD Vance accused some members of the Israeli government of trying to influence American public opinion to prolong the Iran war. His remarks came in a podcast interview with Joe Rogan, as the House rejected an amendment to cut aid to Israel.
The Trump administration has finalized a rule ending open-ended stays for foreign students, exchange visitors, and journalists in the US. International students and exchange visitors will be limited to four years, journalists to 240 days (90 days for Chinese nationals), with extensions possible but requiring reapplication. The move is part of a broader immigration crackdown and has drawn criticism from educators.
Pakistani security forces have killed three more terrorists in Balochistan as part of Operation Shaban, bringing the total to at least 88, according to state media. The operation was launched in response to a deadly attack on a police post, and officials report a recent surge in terrorist attacks and kidnappings in the province.
A judicial magistrate in Lahore has extended the physical remand of three suspects for four more days in the case of the alleged kidnapping and sexual assault of two foreign women from the Netherlands and Venezuela. The victims had testified about their ordeal, and police have booked five suspects, with four previously placed on judicial remand.
The European Union has noted 'issues' in Pakistan's compliance with GSP+ obligations, warning that Islamabad must address shortcomings to qualify under revised trade rules effective 2027. Pakistan's Foreign Office expressed disappointment, citing the report's unbalanced narrative while reaffirming commitment to reforms.
Italy's Supreme Court of Cassation has upheld the murder convictions of five relatives of Saman Abbas, an 18-year-old killed in 2021 for refusing an arranged marriage. The verdicts, including life sentences for her parents and two cousins, and 22 years for her uncle, were confirmed on Wednesday, drawing a statement from Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
A court in Indian-administered Kashmir has declared a man who disappeared from military custody nearly three decades ago dead, the first such ruling among thousands of petitions. The ruling ordered a death certificate and acknowledged a police investigation that identified an army officer in the case, but families still await justice.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Shanghai to sign an agreement making Pakistan a founding member of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO). The visit coincides with the World Artificial Intelligence Conference 2026, where China is expected to unveil its vision for global AI governance.
Security forces in Pakistan's South Waziristan district foiled two separate suicide attacks, killing at least five terrorists, according to official sources. The operations, which included destroying explosives-laden vehicles, were part of intensified counter-terrorism efforts in the region.
A Pew Research Center survey found that in 25 of 36 countries, more people hold favourable views of China than the US, marking a historic shift. Views of Chinese leader Xi Jinping also surpassed those of US President Donald Trump in 22 countries, driven by declining confidence in US leadership and policies.
At least four to five people, including a police official, were injured in a terrorist attack on a police station in Bannu district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The attackers attempted to ram an explosives-laden vehicle into the station, triggering a blast and a prolonged exchange of fire. Security forces tightened measures in the area, and residents assisted in rescue operations.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has indicated the company is ready to cut prices for its latest AI models, intensifying competition with US rival Anthropic and a wave of cheaper Chinese alternatives. The release of GPT-5.6, with three tiers, underscores an industry shift toward cost efficiency, while Chinese models like Z.ai's GLM-5.2 are closing the capability gap at a fraction of the cost.
Three suspects arrested in the killing of Dr Akash Kumar near Teen Talwar in Karachi were killed in an exchange of fire with police, according to the Special Investigation Unit. The doctor was shot during a robbery; police had earlier arrested the suspects and detailed their alleged involvement.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed federal and provincial authorities to intensify monsoon preparations, including the formation of an Emergency Response Committee and allocation of Rs330 billion for water infrastructure. The NDMA has been tasked with closer coordination with provinces as the Met Office forecasts near-normal rain but warns of glacial melt.
Pakistan's KSE-100 index snapped a two-day losing streak, gaining more than 1,700 points on Wednesday and continuing its rebound on Thursday with a surge of around 2,600 points. Analysts attribute the recovery to investor sentiment turning positive after US President Donald Trump's remarks on Iran and easing concerns over oil prices.
The United States has launched strikes against Iran, with bombings reported in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm, and Ahvaz, and Iran retaliating with attacks on Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain. The US naval blockade on Iranian ports has resumed, and President Trump has reversed a plan to charge a toll on cargo through the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict has entered its sixth day, with the International Energy Agency warning about energy security.
Parliamentary committees in Pakistan have expressed concern over the quality of internet services, with officials citing power outages and infrastructure gaps, even as the telecom regulator reports progress on 5G and local smartphone manufacturing. The discussions also covered e-SIM transfers, SIM registration, and consumer liability for gas leakage.
Qatar's Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, has died at the age of 74, prompting a wave of condolences from regional and world leaders. Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has been receiving dignitaries and mourners at Lusail Palace, while a four-day public mourning period has been declared.
Twenty-one of 26 World Food Programme vehicles carrying food and essential supplies crossed into Afghanistan via the Torkham border on Tuesday, after Pakistani customs issued gate passes. The border had been closed since October 2025 due to security concerns.
The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 index lost over 6,400 points on Tuesday as equities experienced a massive sell-off, driven by renewed fighting between the United States and Iran. Global oil prices surged to their highest in four weeks, with Brent crude up 3.47% and US WTI crude also rising. Analysts attribute the decline to geopolitical instability, including the US reimposing a naval blockade on Iran and increased attacks in the Strait of Hormuz.