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Saudi Interior Ministry Announces Strict Penalties for Illegal Hajj; Violators Face Heavy Fines and 10-Year Entry Ban
RIYADH (HRNW): The Saudi Ministry of Interior has announced a stringent set of penalties and legal actions against foreigners attempting to perform Hajj without a valid permit. These measures are part of the Kingdom’s comprehensive security plan to ensure the safety and orderly conduct of pilgrims during the upcoming Hajj season. Breakdown of Penalties for…
Any Attempt to Subdue Iran Will Meet Failure; We Seek Cooperation, Not War: President Masoud Pezeshkian
TEHRAN (HRNW): Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has delivered a clear message to the international community, stating that any attempt to intimidate or subdue Iran is destined for failure. He emphasized that the Iranian people categorically reject any behavior rooted in hostility or the double standards prevalent in the current global order. Commitment to Peace and…
Iran-U.S. Ceasefire Negotiations: Field Marshal Asim Munir Arrives in Tehran with High-Level Delegation
TEHRAN (HRNW): In a strategic diplomatic move to facilitate the second phase of ceasefire negotiations between Iran and the United States, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, has arrived in Tehran leading a high-level delegation. International Media Reports: The Qatari broadcaster Al Jazeera has confirmed that the Pakistani aircraft carrying the…
Gulf Crisis Puts Indian Economy Under Severe Pressure; Millions Face Poverty: UNDP Report
KARACHI (HRNW)- A recent report by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has revealed that the ongoing Gulf crisis and regional tensions have placed the Indian economy under immense strain, leading to a catastrophic forecast for the country’s poverty levels. Key Findings from the Report: Surge in Poverty: The report warns that the current instability will…
IMF Releases World Economic Outlook Report 2026: Middle East Conflict Tempers Global Growth
WASHINGTON (HRNW)- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its World Economic Outlook Report 2026, highlighting that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has significantly impacted global economic progress. According to the report, global growth is projected to slow down by 0.2%, settling at an estimated 3.4%. Economic Projections for Pakistan The IMF predicts a…
Italy Suspends Military Cooperation Agreement with Israel Over Regional Situation
Rome (HRNW)- Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced the suspension of military cooperation with Israel, marking a significant shift in defense relations between the two countries. According to media reports, the Prime Minister stated that the renewal of the military agreement between Italy and Israel was nearing completion but will now not proceed. She said…
Turkey Accuses Israel of Portraying It as New Enemy Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Ankara (HRNW)- Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has said that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is attempting to portray Turkey as a new enemy amid escalating regional tensions. Speaking during a meeting with editors at the headquarters of the Turkish state-run Anadolu Agency, Fidan stated that Israel requires an external adversary for its political survival and,…
Senior Chinese Diplomat Sun Weidong Abruptly Removed as Vice Foreign Minister
Beijing (HRNW)- In a significant diplomatic development in China, senior diplomat Sun Weidong has been abruptly removed from his position as Vice Foreign Minister, sparking discussion in political circles. China’s Ministry of Human Resources confirmed the dismissal in a brief statement on its website but did not provide details regarding the reasons or timing of the…
JD Vance Praises Pakistan’s Role in Facilitating Iran-US Talks
Washington (HRNW)- US Vice President JD Vance has praised Pakistan’s role in recent diplomatic developments, stating that Pakistan played a significant and positive part in facilitating negotiations between Iran and the United States. In his statement, JD Vance said he would like to give special credit to Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif,…
Hillary Clinton Warns US Is in “Weak Position” Amid Iran Tensions and Failed Talks
Washington (HRNW)- Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has expressed serious concern over rising tensions and failed negotiations with Iran, stating that the United States is currently in an “extremely weak position” and has lost its diplomatic leverage. Speaking in a television interview, Clinton said that under current circumstances the US should have been exerting…