The recent bonhomie between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia aims to reverse the strain on bilateral ties over the past decade
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No Efforts Underway to Normalize Pakistan’s Ties with Israel: Jilani
by Staff Reportby Staff ReportInterim foreign minister says any normalization attempt will consider the interests of both Pakistan and the Palestinian people
OIC Reiterates ‘Grave Concern’ over Rising Incidents of Islamophobia
by Staff Reportby Staff ReportIn address to summit, Foreign Minister Bhutto-Zardari says desecration of Quran manifests religious hatred and intolerance
In statement, Foreign Office reaffirms support for struggle of Palestinians and urges global powers to ensure protection of human rights
In statement after emergency meeting, Muslim bloc says international law should be used to stop religious hatred
Bilawal Urges OIC to Step Up Efforts to Combat Islamophobia in India
by Staff Reportby Staff ReportIn phone call, OIC secretary general says bloc ‘sensitive’ to growing trend and the need for collective action to combat it
Pakistan Urges OIC to Hold India Accountable for Stifling Rights of Minorities
by Staff Reportby Staff ReportIn meeting with OIC envoys, foreign secretary emphasizes importance of global community taking notice of rise of Islamophobia in India
Pakistan ‘Strongly’ Condemns BJP Spokespersons’ Derogatory Remarks against Islam’s Prophet
by Staff Reportby Staff ReportIndian Charge a’Affaires in Islamabad summoned to Foreign Office, told the remarks had deeply hurt the sentiments of Muslims globally
Unwilling to adhere to global demands for inclusivity and human rights, Taliban rulers of war-torn state seek investment ‘without dictation’
U.S. rejects as baseless any allegations of Washington’s involvement in the no-confidence motion against the prime minister
World Should Acknowledge Pakistan’s Efforts for Regional Peace: China
by Staff Reportby Staff ReportVisiting foreign minister calls on Army chief and appreciates security being provided to CPEC projects
Annual meeting to review various issues facing the Muslim world under the thematic umbrella of ‘Partnering for Unity, Justice and Development’
Accidental Firing of Indian Missile Endangers Regional Peace: Corps Commanders
by Staff Reportby Staff ReportPresiding over 248th Corps Commanders’ Conference, Army chief orders more security for next week’s OIC summit in Islamabad
Pakistan Voices Support for Ukraine Ahead of P.M. Khan’s Visit to Moscow
by Staff Reportby Staff ReportUkraine’s foreign minister thanks Pakistan’s ambassador for reaffirming support for country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity
In separate initiatives after the summit, U.S. and U.N. ease sanctions on war-torn state to ease delivery of humanitarian aid
Joint resolution doesn’t offer many specifics but agrees to form Humanitarian Trust Fund to enable direct aid
OIC Meeting to Bridge Gap Between Taliban, International Community: Qureshi
by Staff Reportby Staff ReportForeign minister claims Pakistan wants to prevent humanitarian crisis and improve lives of Afghan people
World Should Not Repeat Mistake of Abandoning Afghanistan: Imran Khan
by Staff Reportby Staff ReportMeeting of Apex Committee on Afghanistan reiterates Pakistan’s resolve to support war-torn state and forestall looming humanitarian crisis
Pakistan’s information minister says negotiations with extremists initiated on request of Afghanistan government
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia appear to be seeking a reset of ties after several years of bilateral tensions