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Islamabad, July 27, 2026(Kamran Raja): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted an in-house discussion with a visiting delegation of the United States Congress, marking the first-ever visit of a U.S. Congressional delegation to the Institute.The U.S. delegation comprised Representative Ryan Zinke, Representative Michael Baumgartner, Mr. Graham Gunter, Legislative Assistant to Representative Ryan Zinke, and Mr. Harris Cull, Legislative Aide to Representative Michael Baumgartner. The delegation was received by Chairman Board of Governors, Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, and Director General ISSI, Ambassador Moin ul Haque.Welcoming the delegation, Ambassador Moin ul Haque briefed the visitors on ISSI’s mandate, research initiatives, and contributions to policy discourse. ...

Islamabad, July 27, 2026(News Desk): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik has constituted a high-level committee to examine and resolve the issues raised by the Oil Tanker Contractors Association (OTCA), reaffirming the Government’s commitment to ensuring uninterrupted fuel supplies and addressing stakeholders’ legitimate concerns through consultation.The decision was announced during a meeting between the Minister and an OTCA delegation led by its President, Abidullah Afridi. The meeting concluded on a positive note, with both sides agreeing to work collaboratively to resolve the challenges facing the oil tanker industry.The committee, to be chaired by the Special Secretary Petroleum, has been tasked with reviewing the association’s concerns and submitting its recommen...

Rawalpindi, July 27, 2026(Kamran Raja): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, received a delegation of the United States House of Representatives at General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi, led by Mr. Ryan Keith Zinke, Member of the House of Representatives from the State of Montana, and Mr. Michael James, Member of the House of Representatives from the State of Washington.The meeting featured a comprehensive exchange of views on matters of mutual interest, regional security, bilateral defence cooperation, and opportunities to strengthen economic collaboration between Pakistan and the United States.During the discussion, the Field Marshal underscored Pakistan’s significant economic potential, emphasizing that lasting regional pea...

Rawalpindi, July 24, 2026(Nosheen): Pakistan’s security forces successfully foiled a major terrorist attack on a Joint Police Check Post in Tank District during the night of July 23–24, 2026, killing twelve militants belonging to the Indian-sponsored group Fitna Al Khwarij following a swift and decisive response.According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the terrorists attempted to breach the security of the joint check post under the cover of darkness. Alert and resolute security personnel immediately engaged the attackers, thwarting their plans and eliminating all twelve terrorists during the exchange of fire.In a desperate final act, the fleeing militants rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into the perimeter wall of the check post. The powerful blast caused extensi...

Islamabad, July 24, 2026(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, inaugurated Sky47 Karakoram One, Pakistan’s largest data center and artificial intelligence (AI) cloud facility, marking a significant milestone in the country’s digital transformation journey.Addressing the inauguration ceremony, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif described the Sky47 project as a landmark initiative that would play a vital role in shaping a dynamic, progressive, and prosperous future for Pakistan. He said the project represents a major step toward technological self-reliance and will strengthen the country’s digital infrastructure and security capabilities.The Prime Minister praised the successful completion o...

Islamabad, July 23, 2026(Ghufran): The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, in collaboration with Pakistan’s cultural institutions, officially launched the “Let Freedom Ring” Liberty Bell Exhibition at Lok Virsa Museum, marking a key event in the United States’ Freedom 250 celebrations commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence.The inauguration ceremony was attended by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Andy Halus and Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, highlighting the enduring partnership between Pakistan and the United States and the role of cultural diplomacy in strengthening bilateral relations.As part of the initiative, the U.S. Mission to Pakistan’s Public Diplomacy Section, through its Lincoln Corners network, collaborated with 16 Pakistani...

Rawalpindi, July 23, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, interacted with participants of the 20th National Workshop Balochistan at General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi.Addressing the participants, the Field Marshal emphasized that the consistent efforts of Pakistan’s security forces and law enforcement agencies, backed by the unwavering support of the people, would ensure lasting peace and stability in Balochistan. He reaffirmed that targeted operations against Fitna al Khawarij and Fitna al Hindustan would continue with full determination until terrorism and its facilitators are completely eradicated from Pakistan. He reiterated the country’s firm resolve to dismantle terrorist infrastructure wherever it thr...