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President Asif Ali Zardari has returned to Pakistan after a five-day visit to China, during which he signed multiple MoUs covering water desalination, agricultural technology, and the tea industry. The visit, which included stops in Changsha and Sanya, also featured a tribute to Mao Zedong and the commissioning of a Chinese-built submarine for the Pakistan Navy.
Military analysts estimate it could take the US one to six years to replenish missile stocks depleted during operations against Iran, with reports of significant consumption of key munitions. The assessments come amid ongoing ceasefire talks and concerns over the impact on other theaters, including Ukraine.
Pakistan LNG Limited has approved a revised bid of $18.4 per mmBtu from TotalEnergies for one cargo and floated urgent tenders for two more, as the Strait of Hormuz closure and Qatar's force majeure disrupt supplies. The country faces a power shortfall with peak demand 4,500MW above supply, leading to load shedding.
As the US-Israel war with Iran reshapes the Middle East, a new coalition led by Turkey and Saudi Arabia—including Egypt and Pakistan—is pushing for a negotiated settlement and a multipolar regional order. Reports suggest these powers are hedging against US abandonment while Israel's position is elevated.
A year after India's Operation Sindoor against Pakistan, the two nations remain locked in a bitter stalemate. Pakistani media portray India's aggression as a failure that has isolated New Delhi regionally, while highlighting Pakistan's military response and diplomatic gains. The coverage also reveals starkly different accounts of the conflict's details.
The Sindh government has begun compensating traders affected by the devastating Gul Plaza fire in Karachi, distributing Rs511.7 million among 200 shopkeepers as part of a larger Rs7 billion relief package. Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah reiterated promises to rebuild the plaza and ensure all affected individuals receive support.
The World Health Organization, UNICEF, and Gavi announced that the Big Catch-Up initiative has vaccinated 18.3 million children across 36 countries, with over 100 million doses administered. Pakistan is among 12 countries that successfully reached more than 60% of zero-dose children under five. However, funding cuts and rising measles outbreaks threaten further progress.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is traveling to Islamabad, Muscat, and Moscow for consultations, as Pakistan intensifies efforts to mediate a second round of US-Iran ceasefire talks. No direct US-Iran negotiations are planned during the visit, with Pakistani officials set to convey messages between delegations.
Iran's foreign minister has ruled out direct negotiations with the US as American envoys did not travel to Pakistan as expected. The ceasefire in the Iran war remains in place but a lasting peace deal stays elusive, with diplomatic efforts ongoing through Omani mediation.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived in Islamabad for meetings with Pakistani officials amid efforts linked to a possible second round of US-Iran talks. Tehran has said his program does not include direct meetings with American representatives, while Pakistani mediators have received Iran’s position on outstanding issues.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will not meet with US envoys during his visit to Pakistan, according to Iranian officials, even as Washington sends special representatives to Islamabad for potential talks. The conflicting signals highlight ongoing uncertainty over direct US-Iran negotiations.
Pakistan's government has increased petrol and high-speed diesel prices by Rs26.77 per litre, citing global market trends and commitments to the IMF. The move has drawn public criticism and a legal challenge, while the government points to the need for fiscal targets and the impact of the Middle East crisis.
The White House announced that President Donald Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will travel to Pakistan for talks with Iran, while Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived in Islamabad. The visit comes amid deadlocked negotiations and a de facto blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, with US Vice President JD Vance on standby to join if needed.
International flights are set to resume at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Airport on April 25, marking a significant step in restoring air travel after weeks of disruption caused by the US-Israeli war with Iran. The resumption follows a fragile ceasefire, with initial routes to Istanbul and Muscat, while other Iranian airports gradually reopen.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi returned to Islamabad on Sunday after a brief stop in Oman, as Pakistan's leadership worked to keep US-Iran ceasefire talks alive. The visit follows a round of negotiations in Islamabad, the cancellation of a planned US envoy trip, and continued friction over the Strait of Hormuz and nuclear issues.
At the Defense Services Asia exhibition, Malaysian journalist Jonathan Edward told TASS that many countries will be interested in purchasing Russia's Su-75 Checkmate, citing its capabilities and cost advantages over Western jets. He also praised the Su-57's combat performance in Ukraine, though his claims about Western fighters remain unverified.
The 2026 Global Report on Food Crises finds that 266 million people across 47 countries faced acute food insecurity in 2025, with famine confirmed in Gaza and parts of Sudan. Conflict remains the primary driver, and hunger is increasingly concentrated in just ten nations.
Pakistan's capital remains under tight security as authorities await a possible second round of U.S.-Iran talks, with some restrictions eased over the weekend. More than 10,000 security personnel have been deployed, and the Red Zone remains sealed.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated two astronaut candidates, Zeeshan Ali and Khurram Daud, selected for China's manned space program. One will become the first foreign astronaut to board China's Tiangong space station, a milestone celebrated by officials in both countries.
US President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend their ceasefire by three weeks after a White House meeting with envoys. The initial 10-day truce, which began on April 17, was loosely observed amid continued exchanges of fire. The extension comes as broader US-Iran peace efforts remain stalled.