Tag: pakistan

ON THIS DAY: Pakistan gains independence from United Kingdom (1947)

On this Day August 14, 2026 at 08:30

On 14 August 1947, Pakistan gained independence from the United Kingdom, marking the end of British rule in the region and the creation of...

‘Mecca Pact’ could reshape Israel, India, Cyprus, and Greece ties

Cyprus August 10, 2026 at 10:17

The new defence agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan could trigger wider geopolitical shifts, potentially strengthening Israel's relations with India, as well as...

Turkey: Defence agreement with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia ‘does not threaten’ NATO

International August 8, 2026 at 10:32

The defence agreement signed by Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia does not conflict with Ankara’s commitments to NATO, the Turkish government said. Turkey’s government agency...

Smuggling fuel from Iran provides risky livelihoods

International June 17, 2026 at 10:39

Dangerous journeys across Pakistan The bikers battling extreme heat and armed conflict to smuggle Iranian fuel to Pakistan Mazaar's small motorbike is so laden with plastic...