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Pakistan and Bangladesh Discuss Defense Cooperation During High-Level Meeting in Dhaka
Dhaka (HRNW) — A delegation from Heavy Industries Taxila (HIT) Pakistan, led by Lieutenant General Shakir Ullah Khattak, Chairman HIT, met with the Chief of Army Staff of Bangladesh today at the Bangladesh Army Headquarters. In addition to an exchange of cordial greetings, both sides discussed various avenues of defense cooperation and explored opportunities to…
MQM Leader Kahkashan Khan (alias Kahkashan Haider) Sentenced to 8 Years in Prison in the U.S. — What Were the Charges?
Karachi (HRNW) — According to social media reports, MQM Coordination Committee member Kahkashan Haider has been sentenced to eight years in prison in the United States. In earlier statements, DIG Hameed alleged that Kahkashan Haider had formed hitman groups that worked in collaboration with India’s intelligence agency RAW and anti-Pakistan Sindhi and Baloch outfits to…
Wildfire Rages Through Iran’s Hyrcanian Forests — Tehran Appeals for International Assistance
Tehran (HRNW) — A massive wildfire has broken out in Iran’s Elit Chalous Forest, threatening parts of the Hyrcanian Forests, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, prompting Tehran to issue an urgent appeal for international help to save this ancient natural treasure. According to reports, special firefighting aircraft from Turkey have already arrived in Marzanabad, while…
US Denies Pushing Russian ‘Wish List’ in Ukraine Peace Proposal
WASHINGTON (HRNW): The United States on Saturday strongly rejected claims that its latest Ukraine proposal reflects a Russian-driven agenda, pushing back against a group of senators who alleged that Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the draft plan as nothing more than a Moscow “wish list.” The controversy centers on a 28-point document that includes…
Kuwait Visa Renewals 2025: New Residency Fees and Regulations Announced
KUWAIT CITY (HRNW): Kuwait has introduced a fresh set of executive regulations outlining major changes to visa renewals, visit visa categories, and residency permit fees for foreign nationals in 2025. The updated rules were issued by First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahd Al-Yousef, marking one of the most significant immigration updates…
Pakistan Becomes China’s Largest Debtor with $22.5 Billion in Loans — Transparency Report Sparks Economic Debate
Islamabad (HRNW) — Pakistan has emerged as China’s largest debtor, owing $22.5 billion, according to a newly released list of countries indebted to Beijing. China’s report outlines the countries that have received substantial loans under various financial and development agreements. Pakistan tops the list, marking it as the biggest borrower of Chinese funds worldwide. According…
22 Palestinians Killed in Gaza Amid Continued Israeli Bombardment
Gaza (HRNW)– Despite the ceasefire agreement, Israeli bombardment continues in Gaza, killing 22 Palestinians and injuring over 80. The first attack targeted a car in Rimal, killing five people, followed by airstrikes on houses in Deir al-Balah and Nussirat camps, claiming 10 more lives. Another bombing in western Gaza City killed five additional Palestinians. Both…
Pope Accepts Resignation of Spanish Bishop Amid Abuse Investigation
Cadiz/Ceuta (HRNW)– The Vatican announced that Pope Leo Xornoza has accepted the resignation of Spain’s Catholic Bishop Rafael Xornoza. The bishop, who led the Diocese of Cadiz and Ceuta since 2011, is under investigation by a special church tribunal in Madrid for alleged sexual abuse in the 1990s, allegations he denies. Rafael Xornoza, 76, becomes…
UK Records Coldest Autumn Night in 15 Years as Scotland Hits -12.6°C
London (HRNW)– The coldest night of autumn was recorded in several cities, with Glasgow and Edinburgh reaching -12.6°C, Cardiff -7.2°C, London -6.7°C, and Belfast -6°C. Schools in the hardest-hit cities have been closed, and amber cold health alerts were issued for Glasgow, Edinburgh, and surrounding areas, with yellow alerts in other cities. Heavy snowfall disrupted…
US Warns India Over Russian Oil Purchases, Reliance Pulls Out Amid Pressure
Washington/New delhi (HRNW)– US President Donald Trump has repeatedly warned India against strengthening its economy by purchasing cheap petrol from Russia, even threatening Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi with heavy tariffs. Initially, India defended its Russian oil imports as a matter of national security, stating it would not halt purchases at anyone’s behest. However, as…