Pakistan

Search teams located the remains of American climber Mallory Geis, who was the last missing member of a mountaineering team killed by an avalanche on Broad Peak. The recovery ended a search that began after the expedition, led by Nirmal Purja, was swept away by the avalanche.

Search teams found the remains of American climber Mallory Geis on Broad Peak, concluding a search for an international mountaineering team member killed in an avalanche. The recovery effort ended after the expedition was swept away by an avalanche on Broad Peak weeks ago.

Search teams located the remains of American climber Mallory Geis on Broad Peak in Pakistan. She was the last missing member of a 10-member international mountaineering team killed in an avalanche weeks ago. The recovery concluded a search that began after the expedition was swept away by an avalanche.

Imran Khan's family and opposition party have accused authorities of violating a Supreme Court order. They claim that Pakistan violated this court order by taking him to a government hospital.

Imran Khan was reportedly moved from Pakistan jail to a hospital and back again. This activity occurred after he received treatment following a Supreme Court order, related to his status as a popular former prime minister.

Iran’s Foreign Minister dismissed U.S. threats of economic pain from Donald Trump, claiming they are failed policies designed to divert attention from domestic financial problems. Concurrently, Syria’s Foreign Minister arrived in Pakistan for talks focused on regional issues and de-escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. Separately, two Pakistani crew members killed in a Houthi attack were successfully repatriated.

Iran rejected economic threats from Donald Trump, dismissing them as 'failed policies' designed to divert U.S. attention from domestic issues. Amid ongoing tensions, Syria’s Foreign Minister visited Pakistan for talks focused on regional de-escalation between the United States and Iran. Separately, two bodies of Pakistani crew members killed in a Houthi attack were successfully repatriated.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s economic threats, labeling them as failed policies. Meanwhile, Syria's Foreign Minister Assad al-Shibani visited Pakistan for talks on regional issues, amidst Pakistani efforts to de-escalate tensions between the US and Iran. Separately, two bodies of Pakistani crew killed in a Houthi attack were repatriated.

The Pakistani authorities have asked the Supreme Court to review or withdraw an order. This order mandates that Imran Khan, who is imprisoned, receive a medical exam at a private hospital.

Afghan grape producers in Kandahar are struggling because border closures due to fighting have cut off their primary export market in Pakistan. Unable to ship fresh fruit, many producers turned to drying grapes into raisins, but fallen prices have caused severe income losses for farmers. Officials stress that reopening the borders is critical to prevent a further blow to Afghanistan's fruit exports.

Afghan farmers are turning grapes into raisins because border closures have slashed fruit exports destined for Pakistan. The closure of the border between the two countries is due to sporadic fighting occurring between Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Despite a plentiful grape harvest in Kandahar, border closures between Afghanistan and Pakistan have prevented producers from accessing their primary export market. Unable to sell fresh fruit, many farmers are drying grapes into raisins, but even these products face significant price drops. Producers warn that this situation is causing immense economic hardship and urge the opening of trade routes.

Afghan grape producers in Kandahar are facing severe financial difficulty because fighting between Afghanistan and Pakistan has closed their primary export market. Unable to sell fresh fruit, many farmers have turned to drying grapes into raisins, but decreased demand has caused prices for these goods to crash drastically. Exporters note that the closure of trade routes represents a major blow to the country's agricultural economy.

Fresh produce company SE Fruits and Vegetable Ltd. plans to conduct an initial public offering in Pakistan next month. This IPO aims to boost the company's export capacity and contributes to a record year of listings within the country.

Pakistan's Supreme Court ordered authorities to take imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan to a private hospital in Islamabad for a medical examination, citing concerns about his health and access to care. The court also mandated that prison officials allow him weekly meetings with family members and telephone calls with his sons. This order followed months of petitions from Khan’s side regarding his medical treatment and right to visit family.

Pakistan’s Supreme Court has ordered that authorities take former Prime Minister Imran Khan to a private hospital in the capital for a medical examination. The court's directive also allows for family visits.

The 60-day deadline for an Iran peace deal expired, with talks focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting a U.S. blockade progressing poorly. The Memorandum of Understanding required halting military operations to resolve nuclear activities, but escalating tensions led both sides to accuse each other of violations, causing the interim deal to collapse.

Pakistan is linked to a discussion about a new great game of Risk. According to the text, Islamabad has developed bold ambitions regarding its role on the world stage, aiming to play a more proactive role globally.

Pakistan celebrated its Independence Day with fireworks in Islamabad as jubilant crowds poured into public spaces. During official events, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressed concerns regarding India, stating that while Pakistan wants peace, any threats to sovereignty would draw a strong response. He also criticized India for suspending the World Bank-brokered water sharing treaty for the Indus River system.

Officials in Pakistan reported that a Pakistani climber's body has been recovered from Broad Peak. The recovery occurred following an avalanche that had previously killed 10 mountaineers nearly two weeks ago.

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar condemned an Iranian-backed Houthi attack on a ship off Yemen, which killed three Pakistani nationals, amid growing fears that the violence could reignite Yemen’s civil war. Separately, Turkey condemned Colombia for recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, stating the move violated international law and emphasizing the territory's integral part of Syria.

Houthi attacks off Yemen resulted in the deaths of three Pakistani nationals and injured another, leading Pakistan's Foreign Minister to condemn the act as a violation of international law threatening freedom of navigation. Separately, Turkey condemned Colombia for recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, stating that the territory is an integral part of Syria.

Iranian-backed Houthis attacked a ship off Yemen, leading to six deaths. Among those killed were three Pakistani nationals.

Pakistan’s defense minister stated that the US and Iran are close to an arrangement regarding the Strait of Hormuz. This statement was made despite both sides appearing to toughen their positions during long-deadlocked negotiations.

Deadly protests have taken place in Kashmir, an event described as testing Pakistan’s government. The unrest has resulted in dozens of casualties, marking the worst violence in the region in decades.

Pakistan announced a new defense pact signed with Saudi Arabia and Turkey. According to Pakistan's foreign minister, this agreement is purely defensive in nature. The article notes that the pact is open to others and is not directed against any specific country.

Pakistan's Foreign Minister stated that the newly signed Mecca Joint Defense Agreement with Saudi Arabia and Turkey is purely defensive in nature and remains open to other nations. The agreement stipulates that an armed attack against any one of the three states shall be regarded as an attack against them all, strengthening strategic security cooperation among the countries.

Deadly protests have occurred in Kashmir, putting test on Pakistan’s military rulers. The violence is described as the worst seen in the region in decades, resulting in dozens of fatalities.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan clarified that the NATO-like agreement involving Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan does not target any specific country. This statement addresses speculation that the pact was formed in response to the ongoing war in Iran.

Retired Army Gen. Jack Keane questioned whether Pakistan, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia can be trusted to shape negotiations with Iran, suggesting they are compromised because they favor Iran over the United States. This criticism contrasts with President Donald Trump's public praise for Pakistan and Qatar regarding their involvement in advancing U.S.-Iran negotiations. The article also noted that mediators were preparing a second memorandum focused exclusively on the Strait of Hormuz.

Pakistan has requested a $10 billion currency backstop from the United States, negotiated with Iranian mediation and involving army chief Asim Munir. The US is preparing to ban Chinese optical transceivers.

Pakistan raised concerns at the UN Security Council about ongoing terrorist group operations in Afghanistan, including Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan and Islamic State's Khorasan chapter, which it claims use Afghan safe havens to threaten regional security. The remarks coincided with discussions on Kashmir, where Pakistan accused India of 'state terrorism' following the 2019 revocation of the region’s special status.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi stated the government will complete its five-year term with Shehbaz Sharif as prime minister, while acknowledging the collapse of Pakistan's 80-year-old administrative system and calling for reforms. He highlighted achievements like increased revenue and improved diplomacy but faced criticism from political figures and the PPP, which demanded his resignation.

Pakistan defeated the West Indies by eight wickets in the second Test at Queen’s Park Oval to level the series. The visitors chased a target of 75, with Babar Azam and Abdullah Shafique guiding the win. Pakistan’s spinners, Sajid Khan and Ali Usman, played pivotal roles in the victory.

Foreign ministers from Arab countries met in Amman with Jordan’s King Abdullah II to discuss developments in the occupied Palestinian territories, focusing on Israeli policies in occupied East Jerusalem. The Arab Ministerial Committee, including participants from Jordan, Qatar, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Pakistan, and Iraq, aimed to coordinate international action against these policies.

Pakistan and Iran agreed to keep border crossings open 24/7 to boost trade, aiming for a $10 billion bilateral trade target. They also plan to enhance cooperation in mining and streamline customs procedures.

Search teams with military helicopter support recovered the bodies of British-Nepali climber Nirmal Purja and three others from Broad Peak in Pakistan.

Abhi, a Pakistani fintech group, plans to launch an initial public offering for its microlender in early September this year. CEO Omair Ansari announced the IPO during an interview with Paul Allen on Bloomberg's 'Insight with Haslinda Amin.'

Pakistan's spinners dominated as West Indies collapsed to 103 for six, with Abdullah Shafique's unbeaten 160 and Sajid Khan's four wickets putting Pakistan in a strong position for a series-levelling victory. West Indies' Jomel Warrican took six wickets in Pakistan's first innings, but Pakistan's bowlers secured key wickets, including Roston Chase caught-and-bowled. Brandon King was stretchered off with back spasms after dismissing Babar Azam.

The United States and Pakistan held the fourth counterterrorism dialogue in Washington, reaffirming their commitment to combating groups like ISIS-K, Al Qaeda, TTP, and BLA. The talks focused on enhancing collaboration, border security, and disrupting terrorist networks amid regional tensions.