Stories by Naveed Siddiqui

Attempt to ambush convoy in Kech foiled, 8 terrorists killed in follow-up operation: ISPR

ISPR says security forces will thwart any attempt by "inimical elements, on behest of hostile intelligence agencies, to disrupt hard-earned peace". Published 23 Feb, 2023 08:47pm

Terrorist killed during exchange of fire in North Waziristan: ISPR

ISPR says killed militant was “actively involved in terrorist activities against security forces and civilians”. Published 22 Feb, 2023 08:56pm

In Kabul talks, Pakistan and Afghanistan discuss growing threat of TTP, ISKP

Pakistani delegation includes Defence Minister Khawaja Asif and ISI Director General Lt Gen Nadeem Anjum. Updated 22 Feb, 2023 08:08pm

Aftab Sultan resigns as NAB chairman after 7 months

PMO statement says PM Shehbaz "reluctantly" accepted Sultan's resignation. Updated 21 Feb, 2023 03:33pm

President Alvi unilaterally announces April 9 as Punjab, KP election date

Says he "felt it necessary to perform his constitutional duty to avoid breach of Constitution" after his invitation for talks was refused; ministers criticise move. Updated 20 Feb, 2023 10:57pm

In meeting with Erdogan, PM Shehbaz offers ‘heartfelt condolences’ to quake-hit Turkiye

Says Turkiye will emerge from this catastrophe stronger under Erdogan's leadership. Updated 16 Feb, 2023 10:31pm

2nd round of Pak-US defence talks to commence in Washington from tomorrow: FO

FO says first round of dialogue was held in Pakistan in January 2021. Published 12 Feb, 2023 11:12pm

2 soldiers martyred in IED blast in Balochistan’s Kohlu: ISPR

Says a sanitisation operation is under way to apprehend perpetrators and enemies of peace. Updated 10 Feb, 2023 04:54pm

PAF training aircraft crash lands in KP’s Mardan, pilots safe

PAF says a board of inquiry to be constituted to probe the crash. Published 08 Feb, 2023 04:32pm

President Alvi asks ECP to ‘immediately announce’ election date for KP, Punjab

Says the Constitution "does not allow any delay" in holding the polls. Updated 08 Feb, 2023 01:58pm

12 TTP terrorists killed in intelligence-based operation in KP’s Lakki Marwat: ISPR

Says terrorists' movement and activities were being watched by "intelligence tentacles" for the last one week. Published 08 Feb, 2023 09:46am

Former military ruler Musharraf’s body to be repatriated to Pakistan today

FO says Pakistan's missions in UAE facilitating transportation of Musharraf's mortal remains; ex-military ruler to be laid to rest in Karachi. Updated 06 Feb, 2023 07:03pm

2 terrorists killed during exchange of fire in North Waziristan: ISPR

ISPR says terrorists were "actively involved in terrorist activities against security forces". Published 03 Feb, 2023 12:35pm

Pakistan expects ‘sincere cooperation’ from Afghanistan on addressing terrorism: FO

"We do not believe in accusations or finger pointing," FO spox says after Afghan FM says Islamabad shouldn't blame Kabul for Peshawar bombing. Published 02 Feb, 2023 06:59pm

Army huddle vows to bring perpetrators behind Peshawar suicide attack to 'exemplary justice'

COAS directs commanders to continue focusing on anti-terrorist operations with “renewed resolve” till peace is achieved. Updated 31 Jan, 2023 10:48pm

UAE president’s visit to Islamabad postponed due to ‘weather conditions’

PMO says the Emirati president's visit to the capital will be rescheduled and the new dates will be announced soon. Updated 30 Jan, 2023 01:22pm

Pakistan ‘in the strongest words’ condemns desecration of Holy Quran in Denmark

In 3rd such condemnation this week, FO terms the act "senseless and deeply offensive" while declaring politician Paludan an Islamophobe. Published 28 Jan, 2023 12:43pm

Govt should restrain itself from arresting any popular leader: President Alvi

Alvi fears move could "catapult country into further chaos". Published 26 Jan, 2023 10:14pm

No backchannel diplomacy between Pakistan and India: Khar

Says the cross-border hostility from India is "of a unique type" today; FO spokesperson says Pakistan "reviewing" New Delhi's SCO invite. Updated 26 Jan, 2023 02:52pm

FM Bilawal to attend ECO Council of Ministers meeting in Tashkent

Bilawal will address the council and will hold bilateral meetings with participating ministers of member states, FO says. Published 22 Jan, 2023 07:04pm