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Trump says Iran 'collapsing' ahead of sanctions announcement
US President Donald Trump says Iran is “completely collapsing,” while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says Washington will cut off dollar-system access for those laundering Iranian money.
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Pakistan launches national olive policy to boost production, exports
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif calls for greater focus on olive production, processing and exports, while offering to send 100 agricultural graduates to Italy for training.
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UNESCO adds 12 Pakistani sites to World Heritage tentative list
Pakistan has added 12 cultural sites to UNESCO’s World Heritage Tentative List, including historic forts, Buddhist sites, archaeological complexes and cultural landscapes spanning Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab and Islamabad.
4 HOURS AGO
Pakistan calls for integrated development of Keti Bunder Port
Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari calls for integrated development of Keti Bunder Port with focus on connectivity, local livelihoods.
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Moody’s upgrades Pakistan’s sovereign rating to B3, maintains ‘stable outlook’
Moody’s upgrades Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating from Caa1 to B3 with a stable outlook, reflecting improving economic and financial position, stronger investor confidence, greater market access, and progress toward economic recovery and financial stability.
6 HOURS AGO
50 percent of Americans view India negatively: Pew survey
Americans hold more unfavorable than favorable views of India for the first time since 2008, with a Pew survey showing declining public opinion across political groups and younger age demographics.
11 HOURS AGO
Pakistan-backed panel sweeps Asian Cricket Council board elections
Pakistan-backed candidates secure key ACC positions as members approve Afghanistan's inclusion in the presidency rotation.
11 HOURS AGO
Urban women's labor force participation in India falls by 0.5 percent: Official data
Urban women’s labor force participation declines as rural participation rises in India, widening the gender employment divide and highlighting barriers including childcare, safety concerns, social norms and limited formal jobs.
13 HOURS AGO
Philippines seizes $5.1M worth of drugs in Afghanistan shipment
Methamphetamine, locally known as shabu, is a highly addictive stimulant that can cause serious physical and psychological harm.
13 HOURS AGO
Middle East Roundup, Aug 23: ‘Diplomacy, dialogue’ key to peace, Malaysia praises Pakistan’s US-Iran mediation role
Malaysian minister says Islamabad’s diplomatic experience highlights dialogue’s role in easing regional tensions, as Iran warns over US sanctions; Israeli strikes kill 3 in Gaza, and Saudi Arabia condemns Damascus attack.
21 HOURS AGO