The Latest Breaking News from Pakistan

Did Qatar's prime minister 'snub' JD Vance? Doha, Washington deny claim

A viral clip from the first round of US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland has fuelled online speculation that US Vice President JD Vance was snubbed by Qatar’s prime minister, after users claimed the video showed him "ignore" Vance in favour of greeting Pakistan's prime minister. The Qatari PM, though, dismissed…

France 24 · Jun 24

Pakistani man held French woman, children captive for 12 years; child's escape leads to rescue

A French woman and her five children have been rescued in Pakistan after police said they had been confined and abused by the family's father, a Pakistani national, for more than a decade.

The Times of India · Jun 24

French mother, five children rescued from Pakistan home after decade-long captivity, abuse by husband

A French mother and her five children have been dramatically rescued from a decade of alleged captivity and abuse in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Sylvie Yasmina, who claims her husband 'effectively imprisoned' them after moving from Australia in 2014, was found with visible injuries. Her son's brave escape to a…

The Times of India · Jun 24

Did Pakistan really down India's Rafale fighter jets during Operation Sindoor? Latest IAF tender reveals the truth

The Indian Air Force has issued a tender seeking a five-month bridge support package for all 36 Rafale fighter jets acquired from France, ahead of the expiry of the current maintenance arrangement in September 2026. The move counters Pakistan's claims that several Rafale aircraft were lost during Operation Sindoor, as…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

Pakistan sentences prominent activists to life in prison over soldier’s killing at protest

Mahrang Baloch and Sibghat Ullah Shah Jee alleged trial was unfair and boycotted proceedings

The Independent UK · Jun 24

ED raids Delhi nightclub owner, others in 2021 Mundra port drugs seizure case

The Enforcement Directorate is conducting searches across five locations in Delhi as part of a money laundering probe linked to the massive 2021 Mundra port drug haul. The investigation targets businessman Kabir Talwar and others, focusing on alleged investments of narcotics funds into Delhi nightclubs. This follows a seizure of…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

Australia beats Pakistan by 113 runs to stay unbeaten at the Women's T20 World Cup

Australia remains unbeaten in the Women's T20 World Cup after a dominant 113-run victory over Pakistan. Despite their perfect record, a semi-final spot is not yet guaranteed. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu smashed a century to keep their hopes alive, and New Zealand also secured a crucial win. The tournament…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

Injury cloud mars crushing Australia’s Women’s T20 World Cup win over Pakistan

Australia have cruised to an easy victory over Pakistan at the Women’s T20 World Cup, but there may be concern over a hand injury to wicketkeeper Beth Mooney

The Guardian - AU · Jun 23

Injury cloud mars crushing Australian World Cup victory

Australia have cruised to an easy victory over Pakistan at the Women's T20 World Cup, but there may be concern over a hand injury to wicketkeeper Beth Mooney.

AAP · Jun 23

Rubio says US will not accept Iranian tolls on Hormuz

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio firmly stated that Washington will not permit any tolls on the Strait of Hormuz, an international waterway. This comes as Iran and Oman announced they would study administration and costs for the route, asserting sovereignty. Meanwhile, the UN is set to evacuate over 11,000…

The Economic Times · Jun 23