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DUBAI: In celebration of Pakistan's Independence Day on August 14, Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, was lit up with the colors of the Pakistani flag. The green and white lights on the Burj Khalifa brought joy to the hearts of Pakistani citizens and the Pakistani community living...

KABUL: Marking three years since the United States' withdrawal from Afghanistan, the Taliban organized a military parade at the former American base in Bagram. The event showcased the group's military strength, with fighters parading a range of weaponry and equipment, much of it left behind by US forces during their...

The Pakistani Community in the United Arab Emirates is invited to celebrate Pakistan’s Independence Day with a Flag Hoisting Ceremony at the Embassy. The event will take place on Wednesday, 14 August 2024, at 07:00 a.m. All Pakistanis are encouraged to attend and participate in this significant occasion. Pakistani Embassy...

WASHINGTON: White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby issued a stern warning on Monday, cautioning that a significant attack by Iran could be imminent. He emphasized that while Israel possesses the capability to defend itself, the United States remains unwavering in its commitment to support Israel in its defense...

n a disturbing and heartbreaking incident in Podolsk, near Moscow, a 27-year-old Muslim mother, Gulniso Salimova, and her 2-year-old son, Amir, were deliberately run over by a speeding car. The attack, which took place in broad daylight, has been widely condemned as a hate crime. Video footage of the incident,...

A joint statement from the leaders of France, Germany and the United Kingdom on the Middle East. We, the leaders of France, Germany and the United Kingdom, welcome the tireless work of our partners in Qatar, Egypt and the United States towards an agreement on a ceasefire and the release...

WASHINGTON: U.S. judge declared Google guilty of spending billions to create and maintain an illegal monopoly for its search engine. This decision marks a significant victory for U.S. authorities in their fight against the dominance of Big Tech, a concern shared across the political spectrum. On Monday, U.S. District Judge...

TEHRAN: Iran has released a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen), urging aircraft to avoid its central, western, and northwestern airspace. This advisory has sparked speculation of a possible preemptive strike by Israel. Iran’s Foreign Ministry did not hold back. They condemned Haniyeh's killing as a blatant violation of international law and...

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and left the country on Monday. This move comes amid some of the worst violence the nation has seen in over five decades. Media reports confirm that the unrest has led to multiple casualties, further destabilizing the country. Bangladesh Army Chief Wakar uz Zaman...

JERUSALEM - Al-Aqsa Mosque Imam Sheikh Ekrima Sabri has been released by Israeli police after hours-long detention. The authorities have ordered his deportation from the mosque, international media reported. Sheikh Sabri's lawyer confirmed his release to international media, stating that the preacher has been deported from the mosque until August...

Early Friday, Turkish authorities blocked access to Instagram. Reports suggest the action followed the platform's removal of posts expressing condolences for Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh, who was assassinated. The Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK), responsible for internet regulation, announced the block but did not provide specific reasons. The...

On Friday, the government of Bangladesh imposed a sweeping ban on several major social media and communication platforms, according to media reports. This ban affects popular services Instagram and TikTok, YouTube. Access to these widely-used apps is now restricted throughout the country. In addition to the broader social media ban,...