RED ZONE FILES: Noisy quiet meetings
There are many influential people within PML-N who have never been comfortable with the aggressive anti-establishment policy.
Civil Military Relations
Civil Military Relations
DG ISPR says PML-N’s Zubair met COAS twice to discuss Maryam, Nawaz
ISI chief was also present during the two meetings held on the PML-N leader's request in recent weeks: DG ISPR.
Opposition leaders told not to drag military into politics
COAS, ISI chief in rare meeting with politicians before Sept 20 multiparty conference.
Struggle not against Imran Khan but those who brought him into power: Nawaz Sharif
All eyes on Islamabad as opposition meets at PPP-hosted multiparty conference to devise anti-govt strategy.
SC verdict 'great disappointment' to those expecting instability due to 'clash of institutions': PM
PM Imran Khan reacts to SC order on Gen Bajwa's tenure, draws criticism from the PML-N.
'Disparity' between Nawaz's medical reports and behaviour: Ijaz Shah
Interior minister says questions would not have been raised if Nawaz had "left the country like a sick person".
Army chief Gen Bajwa's tenure extended for another 3 years
The decision has been taken "in view of the regional security environment", says notification by PM Imran's office.
High-powered body to draw up economic plan
The National Development Council, to be headed by PM Imran, will also have COAS Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa as a member.
Prime Minister Imran appreciates military's 'voluntary' cuts in defence expenditures
ISPR says cuts "will not be at the cost of of defense and security", slashes to be managed "internally".
Defaming institutions, not honouring oath: Notices issued to Nawaz and Abbasi
Petitioner argues before LHC that the “anti-state” statement of Nawaz could be used against the country by its enemies.
Army will continue to exercise restraint, has no role in conduct of elections: DG ISPR
In wide-ranging briefing, army's spokesperson speaks about India, PTM, social media propaganda and 'khalai makhlooq'.
NSC expresses satisfaction over constitutional reforms in Fata, Gilgit-Baltistan
NSC condemns the "reign of terror unleashed by Indian occupation forces on innocent Kashmiris".
PM Abbasi seeks national debate on civil-military ties, role of judiciary
Says issue of civil-mil relations will remain irrespective of who forms next govt.
Nawaz wants NSC to discuss serious information 'leaked' in new spy book
PML-N supreme leader stresses the need for a national commission to probe recent political maneuvering.
'Not easy to bring a former dictator to court,' reiterates Nawaz
PML-N supremo repeats his statement from the court, says he is being penalised for high treason case against Musharraf.
Nawaz rejects NSC statement, deems it 'painful and regrettable'
Shortly after, PM Abbasi reiterates NSC's statement, saying that Nawaz's comments from the interview were "misreported".
NSC unanimously terms 'statement' on Mumbai attacks as 'incorrect and misleading'
It is not Pakistan, but India that has delayed the finalisation of the Mumbai attacks case, says statement.
PM vows to expose forces behind PML-N desertions
Says ruling party won’t tolerate delay in polls, asks institutions to work within constitutional limits.
US praises Pakistan’s civilian control
"Transitions in the military and the judiciary solidified the democratic transition in Pakistan," a US report reads.
Shahbaz showers praise on ‘straightforward’ COAS
Punjab chief minister urges civil and military authorities to work together for country.
COAS hints at continuing Karachi operation
During a visit to Karachi, Gen Bajwa appreciated Sindh Rangers' efforts for restoration of peace in the city.
Tensions with military have eased, says PM
Abbasi admitted in an interview that “there was a lot of friction institutionally that built up over the last year”.
PM Abbasi, army chief visit SSG headquarters in Cherat
Prime Minister Abbasi also tried out a few of the weapons used by SSG commandos.
Nawaz threatens to 'spill the beans' if political wheeling and dealing does not stop
"Secret phone calls should not be used to tie our hands and give the 'chosen one' more freedoms," ousted PM says.
Trump's 'incomprehensible' accusations contradict facts, negate Pakistani sacrifices: NSC
Foreign minister offers Trump to hire audit firm to verify $33bn aid figure and expose who is 'lying & deceiving'.
Khursheed Shah raises questions over Sharif brothers' visits to Saudi Arabia
"If something comes to pass and Saudi Arabia intervenes, then it would be shameful for Pakistan."
Time for Afghanistan and US to do more for Pakistan: DG ISPR
"Whatever we are doing now and will do in the future is solely for the people of Pakistan," says Maj Gen Asif Ghafoor.
Some politicians, ex-army men, journalists hatching conspiracy against govt: Ahsan
Mistrust exists among politicians towards the establishment and within the establishment towards politicians: Iqbal.
Govt asked to satisfy court on 'role of armed forces as an arbitrator' in agreement with protesters
IHC expresses "serious reservations on terms of agreement and mannerism in which it arrived" in its written order.
Army to abide by govt decision on sit-in: ISPR
'The civil and military leaderships are on the same page when it comes to the country’s security.'