Riyadh: Saudi Arabia is mourning the passing of Lieutenant General Saeed bin Abdullah Al-Qahtani, Assistant Minister of Interior for Operations, the Ministry of Interior announced on social media platform X on Friday, expressing condolences to his family and loved ones. Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif paid tribute to Al-Qahtani, saying, “Lieutenant General Al-Qahtani served the Ministry with exemplary dedication for over six decades. His contributions to national security will always be remembered.” A graduate of the King Fahd Security College, Lieutenant General Al-Qahtani held multiple key positions during his long and distinguished career, playing a pivotal…
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Kyiv: Russia launched a powerful hypersonic missile at Ukraine near the European Union border overnight, in what Ukrainian officials described as a “grave threat to European security” demanding a coordinated global response. Moscow said it fired the Oreshnik missile in retaliation for what it claimed was an attempted drone attack on one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences in late December, an allegation Kyiv has denied. The United States also said no such attack took place. The strike marked only the second use of the Oreshnik against Ukraine, a weapon designed to project power across Europe at speeds exceeding 13,000 kilometres…
Islamabad: Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmed Al-Malki, met with Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, Musadik Malik, in Islamabad on Friday to discuss bilateral relations, environmental cooperation, and collaborative solutions to global challenges. According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, the meeting focused on strategies for climate resilience, sustainable development, and environmental protection. Both leaders exchanged views on ongoing initiatives and priorities for addressing climate change and natural resource management. Federal Minister Musadik Malik emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to international partnerships to tackle global environmental challenges and highlighted…
Vatican City: In a sobering address on Friday, Pope Leo XIV cautioned the international community against abandoning diplomacy in favor of coercion and military might, warning that the world is witnessing a troubling resurgence of war and a growing disregard for human rights. Delivering his annual foreign policy speech at the Vatican, the Pope said, we are entering an era where nations increasingly rely on force rather than dialogue, and the madness of war is spreading once again. Yet, the law of human rights must always prevail, and the dignity of every individual must remain inviolable. Highlighting the dangers posed…
Rome: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has expressed skepticism over the likelihood of the United States taking military action in Greenland, but warned that any unilateral moves could have serious implications for NATO and European security. Speaking at a press briefing on Friday, Meloni said, I do not believe the United States will undertake military action in Greenland. However, any intervention in the region would carry serious consequences for NATO and its member states. She stressed that all NATO allies need to understand the potential repercussions of military activity in the Arctic, a region that is increasingly drawing international attention.…
New Delhi/ Washington: India’s long-anticipated trade agreement with the United States has been delayed, with sources pointing to the absence of a critical telephone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former US President Donald Trump, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick revealed on Friday. Speaking on the All-In podcast, Lutnick said, “It’s all set up and you have got to have Modi call the president. And they were uncomfortable doing it. So Modi didn’t call.” The statement underlined the breakdown in communication that led to the collapse of negotiations last year. Following the failed talks, the Trump administration doubled tariffs on…
Islamabad: In a significant move to ease political tensions, the National Dialogue Committee held a high-level meeting in Islamabad on Wednesday, during which the proposal to form a government negotiation committee was discussed in consultation with President Asif Ali Zardari, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The meeting, organized under the auspices of the National Dialogue Committee, was attended by former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI) leader Liaqat Baloch, senior political figures Sher Afzal Marwat, Barrister Saif, Imran Ismail, and Shehzad Wasim. According to the official statement issued after the meeting,…
Amman: Senior military officials from Jordan and Libya met in Amman on Wednesday to explore avenues for joint cooperation, capacity building, and strategic coordination amid growing regional security challenges. The meeting brought together Jordan’s Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Maj. Gen. Yousef Huneiti, and Libya’s Deputy Commander-in-Chief, Lt. Gen. Saddam Khalifa Abu Qasim. The discussions focused on strengthening military partnerships, sharing expertise, and expanding training programs between the two countries. According to Petra news agency, Maj. Gen. Huneiti outlined Jordan Armed Forces’ key modernization programs, including advanced training, operational preparedness, and humanitarian initiatives in the West Bank and…
Sukkur/Ghotki: In a decisive move to restore law and order, the Sindh government announced on Wednesday the launch of a joint mega operation with Punjab police to eliminate dacoits operating in the Katcha areas. The operation, set to begin from Ghotki, follows comprehensive planning and interprovincial coordination. Presiding over a high-level meeting on the law and order situation in the Sukkur and Larkana Ranges, Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar directed police officials to adopt a coordinated strategy to fully eradicate criminal networks in both riverine (Katcha) and settled (Pakka) areas. The meeting was attended by Sindh Inspector General of Police…
Riyadh: On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Arab News, the founder of Daar News, Adeel Ahmed Azad, along with staff members, extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the management and team of Arab News, acknowledging its outstanding contribution to responsible and fact-based journalism over the past five decades. Speaking on the milestone, Adeel Ahmed Azad said that Dar News highly appreciates Arab News for its commitment to truth, credibility, and ethical reporting, which has become the hallmark of the organization. He emphasized that Arab News has consistently set high journalistic standards and remained a trusted source of…