The Latest Breaking News from Pakistan

Pakistan military chief arrives in Iran for talks

Pakistan's army chief has arrived in Iran in a renewed effort to mediate a peace deal to end the conflict.

AAP · May 22

Top Pakistani Official Travels To Tehran Seeking To Reach Deal With U.S.

Pakistani Field Marshal Asim Munir is set to meet with Iranian officials in Tehran in a new effort to reach a deal to begin a process aimed at ending the war with the U.S. and Israel.

International Business Times · May 22

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir leaves for Tehran amidst efforts to end US-Iran war

His second visit to Tehran in little more than a month comes after progress was reported in talks held by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who has been in Iran since Wednesday, with top Iranian leadership, including twice with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, according to sources.

The Economic Times · May 22

Pakistan name three debutants for Aussie ODI series

Shaheen Shah Afridi will lead a Pakistan squad featuring three uncapped players in the three-match home ODI series against Australia.

AAP · May 22

Pakistan to issue commemorative coin to mark 75 years of ties with China

Pakistan is releasing a special 75 rupee coin to celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties with China. This marks a significant milestone in their enduring strategic partnership. The coin will be available to the public from May 25, 2026. Both nations are holding events to commemorate this occasion.

The Economic Times · May 22

Cockroach Janta Party has 80% Pak-Bangladesh followers, claim netizens; 94% are Indians, says Abhijeet Dipke

Cockroach Janta Party followers: A new Gen-Z group, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has rapidly gained millions of Instagram followers, surpassing the ruling BJP. However, social media users claim a significant portion of its audience is from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Turkey, sparking debate over bot activity and foreign influence. The CJP's…

The Economic Times · May 22

'Pakistan spy': Who is this Punjab man accused of installing CCTV on highway only to send Indian army movement footage to enemy?

A man from Pathankot, Punjab, was arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan-based handlers by installing an internet-enabled CCTV camera to monitor Indian Army and paramilitary movement along NH-44. The accused admitted to installing the camera and receiving payment, with police investigating cross-border links and foreign funding for the operation.

The Economic Times · May 22

US pins hopes on mediator Pakistan in push to end Iran war

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio voiced hope of progress on ending the war with Iran, as he looked to Pakistani mediators to help advance efforts to strike an agreement. Beijing did however, announce that Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel on Saturday to China, which has also been…

The Economic Times · May 22

Two elbows in one arm: Usman Tariq on journey from car-parts firm to T20 Blast

After time working a regular job in Dubai, the Pakistan bowler is determined to thrive in the Blast for Warwickshire

The Guardian - UK · May 21

Oil markets nearing ‘red zone’ as Iran crisis continues, warns IEA chief

Surging demand, low reserves and reduced Middle East exports predicted to cause global crunch by August

The Guardian - UK · May 21