Dar, Australian FM discuss Islamabad talks, stress dialogue amid global economic concerns | The Express Tribune

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deputy prime minister and foreign minister mohammad ishaq dar held a telephone conversation with australian foreign minister penny wong on sunday april 20th 2026

Both sides express concern over broader implications on global economy, especially for developing countries Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Sunday, April 20th, 2026. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Monday praised Pakistan’s “constructive role” in facilitating dialogue between Iran and … Read more

PM Shehbaz reaffirms push for regional peace, diplomacy in talks with Iran’s Pezeshkian | The Express Tribune

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Both leaders discuss regional developments, agree on continued engagement and diplomatic efforts PM Shehbaz (right) holds talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (left) on US-Iran ceasefire Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to advancing regional peace and security with the support of partners during a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. … Read more

Engr Muhammad Ali Mirza survives gun attack in Jhelum, assailant killed in police firing | The Express Tribune

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Armed man opened fire outside Mirza’s academy; security constable injured in foot, now out of danger, says police Religious scholar Engineer Muhammad Ali Mirza survived an attack on Sunday outside the Quran-o-Sunnah Research Academy in Jhelum. The attacker was killed in police firing, while a policeman was injured. Police spokesperson Kashif Kiani said Mirza was … Read more

Rawalpindi, Islamabad locked down ahead of Iran–US talks | The Express Tribune

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Barbed wire blocks a road leading to the President’s House, as Pakistan prepares to host the US and Iran for the second phase of peace talks in Islamabad, on April 18, 2026. Photo: Reuters

Massive security deployed for foreign delegations as authorities brace for high-level diplomatic visits Pakistani flags installed in front of the President’s house, as Pakistan prepares to host the US and Iran for the second phase of peace talks in Islamabad, on April 18, 2026. Photo: Reuters Extraordinary security arrangements have been put in place in … Read more

Govt cuts jet fuel price by Rs23 per litre amid easing Middle East tensions | The Express Tribune

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Govt cuts jet fuel price by Rs23 per litre amid easing Middle East tensions | The Express Tribune

A Lufthansa Airbus 380 refuelling at Frankfurt airport on July 12, 2013. PHOTO: REUTERS The government on Saturday reduced the price of jet fuel by Rs23 per litre following easing tensions in the Middle East. A day earlier, the government had slashed the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) by up to Rs32.12 per litre. Prime Minister … Read more

Malik says US-Iran deal near, calls coming week ‘significant’ for Pakistan | The Express Tribune

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Says progress has been significant, and both sides have developed an understanding Minister for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik. SCREENGRAB Minister for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik said on Friday the coming week would be “quite significant” for Pakistan, as Islamabad was once again expected to host talks between the United States and … Read more

Sindh govt warns cheating students will be barred from future board exams | The Express Tribune

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Ex-controller examinations sent show cause notice over irregularities, including delays, late issuance of admit cards KARACHI: The Sindh government on Friday warned that students found involved in cheating during matriculation and intermediate examinations will be barred from appearing in future board exams, as authorities intensified measures to ensure transparency in the examination system. In a joint … Read more

Gas pipeline explosion in Haripur leaves eight dead | The Express Tribune

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Deceased include women and children trapped in fire at gas pipeline in Hattar Industrial Estate At least eight members of a household were killed, and five others were injured after a fire from an explosion in a gas pipeline in Haripur in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s Hazara division, officials said on Thursday. The blaze engulfed nearby residential settlements … Read more

PM Shehbaz expresses solidarity with Qatari amir, urges de-escalation, dialogue for regional peace | The Express Tribune

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qatari minister of state for foreign affairs sultan bin saad al muraikhi receives prime minister shehbaz sharif at doha airport photo pmo x

Both review bilateral relations, reaffirm commitment to strengthen cooperation in areas including security, defence Qatari Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Sultan bin Saad Al-Muraikhi receives Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at Doha Airport. PHOTO: PMO/X Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday expressed solidarity with Qatar and urged de-escalation and dialogue for peace in the Middle … Read more

Three civilians killed in Bajaur in Afghan Taliban’s unprovoked shelling across border: security sources | The Express Tribune

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an army soldier stands guard at a deserted entry point at the friendship gate following the exchanges of fire between pakistan and afghanistan forces at the border crossing between the two countries in chaman pakistan february 27 2026 picture taken with a mobile phone reuters abdul khaliq achakzai

Pakistan Army responded immediately, destroyed the gun position firing from across the border An army soldier stands guard at a deserted entry point at the Friendship Gate, following the exchanges of fire between Pakistan and Afghanistan forces, at the border crossing between the two countries, in Chaman, Pakistan February 27, 2026. Picture taken with a … Read more