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Hundreds of thousands mourned Iran's late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, with a poet calling for the death of US President Donald Trump. The funeral coincides with ongoing negotiations between Iran and the US to end the war that led to Khamenei's death in an airstrike.
Ufone and Telenor Pakistan have formally completed their merger, with the new entity filing an application with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority to rebrand as 'e&'. The move signals Etisalat's growing role, though legal questions remain over use of the brand name for a PTCL subsidiary.
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission has added 9,909 Indian Army servicemen to its casualty records, correcting a historical omission that left them uncommemorated for over a century. Most died from injuries away from the battlefield and were previously denied war grave status due to rulings by the British Indian Government. The initiative follows years of research digitizing records at Lahore Museum.
President Asif Ali Zardari concluded a four-day official visit to Kyrgyzstan, marking the first such trip in 21 years. The two leaders reaffirmed bilateral ties, discussed economic cooperation, and agreed to pursue a strategic partnership.
Seven OPEC+ producers, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, agreed to increase oil production quotas by 188,000 barrels per day from August, marking the fifth consecutive monthly hike. The move comes as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz gradually returns to normal following the US-Israeli war with Iran, though output remains below pre-conflict levels.
A Lahore judicial magistrate on Monday handed over three more suspects to police on a five-day physical remand in the case of alleged abduction and sexual assault of two foreign women. Police have arrested all eight suspects named in the case, including a relative of a senior political figure, and are investigating without fear or favor.
Advocate Amjad Hussain was sworn in as the chief minister of Gilgit-Baltistan on Monday, with PPP chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari attending the ceremony. The event, initially scheduled for July 1, was postponed due to Bilawal's trip to Iran for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral. The PPP emerged as the largest party in the June 7 elections, and Hussain outlined priorities including seeking federal funds for climate change and ensuring effective use of public funds.
The Ministry of Finance has finalized a strategy to transition Pakistan to a Riba-free financial system by Dec 31, 2027, with new transactions to be Shariah-compliant from Jan 1, 2028, while existing obligations continue until maturity. The plan allows majority foreign-owned banks to operate hybrid models, and includes steps for regular sukuk issuance and a federal asset register.
Pakistan's capital Islamabad is emerging as the leading candidate to host the next round of U.S.-Iran technical negotiations, according to diplomatic sources cited by Dawn. The talks, expected to resume in mid-July after delays, will focus on Iran's nuclear programme, sanctions relief, and frozen assets.
Pakistani police have arrested four men, including a relative of Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, in connection with the alleged abduction and gang rape of two foreign women in Lahore. Investigators are now examining a possible cryptocurrency-related dispute behind the case, with the survivor's statement alleging a $100,000 payment demand and threats.
In his first interview since announcing his resignation, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer warned that his successor must devote as much time to international diplomacy as he did, arguing domestic and foreign affairs are inseparable. Andy Burnham, the sole candidate to lead the Labour Party, has promised to focus on domestic priorities, while US Vice President JD Vance expressed hope that Britain's next leader can deliver structural change.
Diplomatic sources indicate Islamabad is the likely venue for the next round of US-Iran technical talks on July 11, focusing on nuclear program, sanctions, and frozen assets. The talks resume after a pause due to the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader, with both sides exchanging sharp rhetoric.
During a joint press conference in Istanbul, PM Shehbaz Sharif and President Erdogan reaffirmed their $5 billion bilateral trade target, discussed regional issues including Pakistan's US-Iran mediation, and signed three MoUs in the power sector. The leaders highlighted expanding trade, investment, and defence cooperation.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Israel 'must not be allowed to spread the smell of gunpowder and blood in our region again' during a meeting with Pakistan's PM. He also announced a cooperation plan with Pakistan. Separately, reports indicate Turkey is developing a space and ballistic missile launch site in Somalia, which could pose a threat to Israel.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Istanbul, focusing on trade and investment. Shehbaz invited Turkish companies to expand investments in Pakistan, highlighting sectors such as energy, IT, and infrastructure, and discussed opportunities with leading business groups.
Iran has started six days of public funeral ceremonies for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a joint US-Israeli air strike on February 28, 2026. The ceremonies draw international dignitaries from around 30 countries, with the burial set for Thursday in Mashhad.
Iran has begun talks with Japanese companies about resuming crude oil purchases under a US sanctions waiver, though Japanese diplomatic sources reportedly view a deal as unrealistic over navigation safety concerns. Three Japanese buyers are reportedly considering purchases for the first time since 2019.
The UK government has confirmed it is in talks with Pakistan about deporting Shabir Ahmed, the leader of the Rochdale grooming gang, who has been released from prison. Ahmed cannot currently be deported under the Immigration Act 1971, but the prime minister has ordered a review of his case. Local figures, including Andy Burnham, have called for his removal.
Iran has commenced a week of funeral ceremonies for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a US-Israeli strike in late February. Foreign dignitaries and representatives of Tehran-backed groups have gathered in Tehran, with millions expected to attend public mourning events before burial on July 9.
Shabir Ahmed, leader of the Rochdale grooming gang, has been released from prison despite being assessed as a very high risk to children. His release has sparked political and victim outcry, with victims' commissioner Claire Waxman saying they were misled about his deportation.