ISLAMABAD, Jul 02 (APP): Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), Senator Rubina Khalid has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack in Bajaur district, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of precious lives in the tragic incident.
In a statement, Senator Rubina Khalid said, “I strongly condemn the terrorist attack in Bajaur. It is heartbreaking to learn about the martyrdom of Assistant Commissioner Nawagai, Tehsildar, and other officials in this heinous act.”
She asserted that terrorists are the enemies of peace and stability and are determined to tarnish Pakistan’s image. “These elements do not want to see Pakistan prosper. But the people of Pakistan have always raised their voices against terrorism,” she added.
Senator Rubina Khalid paid rich tribute to the Pakistan Army, stating that the armed forces have always bravely confronted terrorism and safeguarded the nation with unmatched courage.
“I stand in solidarity with the families of the martyrs in this hour of grief and pray for their strength and patience. The sacrifices of our martyrs will always be remembered,” she emphasized.
Senator Rubina Khalid also prayed for the elevation of the ranks of the martyrs and extended heartfelt condolences to their bereaved families.
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UPPER SOUTH WAZIRISTAN (Dunya News) – Authorities have imposed a one-day curfew across Upper South Waziristan, strictly banning all forms of movement within the district.
According to an official notification, the curfew will be in place from 6 AM to 7 PM on Thursday, covering all tehsils (subdivisions) of the district.
During this period, markets and shops will remain shut, and residents have been advised to stay indoors and follow the rules.
All kinds of travel and public movement will be completely restricted.
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Officials say the curfew has been enforced for security and administrative reasons, and any violation will be dealt with according to the law.
Locals are urged to cooperate with the authorities to avoid any inconvenience and help maintain peace and order.
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Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) activist Sanam Javed was released from Kot Lakhpat Jail on Wednesday, two days after the Lahore High Court ordered her release in a case registered under charges of inciting unrest and raising anti-state slogans.
According to Express News, Javed was released in the presence of party workers and supporters, who showered her with rose petals as she exited the prison. She later returned home.
Javed had been taken into custody along with her husband, Professor Atiq, by police near Kot Lakhpat Jail on April 27. The arrest occurred shortly after she appeared for a court hearing related to the May 9 cases.
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The PTI activist has been arrested multiple times over the past year in connection with protests and alleged involvement in May 9 incidents, following the arrest of PTI founder Imran Khan.
Her latest arrest was made in connection with an FIR registered at Islampura police station. Police accused her of blocking a road, chanting provocative slogans, and inciting unrest against the state.
The case, registered under FIR No 486, also names PTI leaders Alia Hamza, Nazia Baloch, and Intizar Hussain Panjotha, along with 35 unidentified individuals. The FIR was lodged on February 8.
In a significant development aimed at strengthening bilateral defence cooperation, Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu undertook an official visit to the United States of America.
The visit marks the first by a serving PAF chief in over a decade and serves as a strategic milestone in Pakistan-US defence relations, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement issued on Wednesday.
The high-profile visit, which concluded successfully, proved instrumental in deepening institutional ties, while addressing key regional and global security issues, it added.
During the course of his visit, Air Chief Marshal Sidhu engaged in a series of high-level meetings with senior US military and political leadership, focusing on advancing military cooperation, enhancing interoperability, and exploring avenues for joint training and technology exchange, the ISPR said.
At the Pentagon, Air Chief Marshal Sidhu met with Secretary of the Air Force (International Affairs) Kelli L Seybolt and US Air Force Chief of Staff General David W Allvin.
During these discussions, the chief of the air staff emphasised the historic and multifaceted relationship between Pakistan and the US, particularly in the realms of defence and security cooperation, the statement said.
The talks centered on advancing bilateral military cooperation, enhancing interoperability between the two air forces, and exploring opportunities for joint training programs and technology exchange.
The air chief reaffirmed his commitment to further enhancing military-to-military cooperation between the two nations, highlighting the importance of continued high-level military engagements.
Both sides agreed to continue senior-level interactions to maintain momentum in their ongoing collaborative efforts, particularly in joint training, operational exercises, and military exchange programmes, the ISPR said.
In addition to meetings at the Pentagon, the air chief visited the US State Department, where he met with Brown L Stanley from the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs and Eric Meyer from the Bureau of South & Central Asian Affairs.
These discussions underscored Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting regional stability, its firm commitment to counterterrorism efforts, and its nuanced perspective on the evolving geopolitical dynamics of South and Central Asia, the statement added.
Further engagements took place on Capitol Hill, where Air Chief Marshal Sidhu held substantive dialogues with prominent members of the US Congress, including Mike Turner, Rich McCormick, and Bill Huizenga.
These interactions provided an important platform to reinforce the significance of robust bilateral relations, share Pakistan’s views on strategic challenges, and address the impact of emerging technologies on defence cooperation, the ISPR said.
Throughout his visit, the air chief stressed Pakistan’s status as a peace-loving nation. He reaffirmed the country’s enduring sacrifices and notable operational achievements in the global war on terror.
The air chief also highlighted Pakistan’s evolving security calculus in response to the rapidly shifting regional geopolitical landscape, stressing Pakistan’s role in regional and global peacekeeping efforts, it added.
The landmark visit not only reaffirmed the PAF’s commitment to promoting regional and global peace but also laid the groundwork for renewed institutional collaboration, strategic dialogue, and enhanced interoperability between the PAF and the US Air Force, the statement concluded.
Sanam Javed, a senior leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), was released from Kot Lakhpat Jail on Tuesday after securing bail from the Lahore High Court.
Justice Farooq Haider granted her bail on June 30 in a case filed by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), which accused her of sharing allegedly “anti-state” content online.
The case was registered under cybercrime laws, with the FIA claiming her posts could incite unrest or threaten national security. Her release comes amid an ongoing clampdown on political activists using social media platforms to express dissent.
Sanam Javed’s release is seen as a notable development in the broader legal challenges faced by PTI leaders, who remain under scrutiny in the current political climate.
Meanwhile, senior PTI leaders currently imprisoned in Lahore have issued a joint statement calling for comprehensive national dialogue to address the country’s deepening political and economic crises.
In their statement, released from jail on Tuesday, the leaders stressed that negotiation is the only constructive way forward. “Talks must be held at every level,” they said, urging both political stakeholders and state institutions to participate in meaningful engagement.
They further emphasized the need to prioritize political dialogue as a starting point for broader talks, and called for the inclusion of jailed PTI leaders in the negotiation process. The statement also urged improved access to PTI’s founding chairman to facilitate the formation of a negotiation committee.
ISLAMABAD: South African Air Force (SAAF) Chief, Lt General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, arrived in Pakistan for an official visit and held discussions with Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, at Air Headquarters in Islamabad.
Upon his arrival, Lt General Mbambo was greeted with a Guard of Honour by a contingent from the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), a customary military welcome.
During the meeting, both military leaders focused on enhancing bilateral defense cooperation, particularly in the areas of training, technical collaboration, and operational support.
Lt General Mbambo acknowledged the PAF’s expertise in multi-domain warfare and expressed interest in expanding SAAF’s training programs with the assistance of the PAF. The SAAF chief emphasized the need for a modernized training framework for his air force, which he hoped to develop with the guidance of PAF’s experienced instructors.
A major point of discussion was the proposed participation of SAAF officers in PAF’s major exercises as observers, aiming to foster learning and cooperation. Additionally, both sides explored opportunities for strengthening technical cooperation, particularly in aircraft maintenance.
Lt General Mbambo expressed his interest in using Pakistan’s maintenance facilities for the SAAF’s C-130 fleet, a move that would allow the SAAF to benefit from PAF’s cost-effective and high-standard engineering infrastructure.
The visit underscores the growing defense ties between Pakistan and South Africa, with both sides committed to expanding military collaboration and operational excellence.
Released following Lahore High Court bail approval in state-related cybercrime case.
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Sanam Javed, a prominent leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), was released from Kot Lakhpat Jail after being granted bail by the Lahore High Court.
Justice Farooq Haider approved her bail on June 30, following a case registered by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) alleging she uploaded content deemed “anti-state” online. The bail decision led to her release from custody on Tuesday.
The FIA had initiated the case against Mrs Javed under cybercrime laws, accusing her of uploading material that could incite unrest or harm national security narratives. The charges are part of a broader crackdown on political activists using social media platforms to voice dissent.
Sanam Javed’s release marks a significant moment amid ongoing legal battles faced by several PTI leaders in the wake of political tensions and digital expression scrutiny.
Also, in another development, senior leaders of PTI, currently incarcerated in Lahore jail, have issued a formal appeal urging the initiation of comprehensive negotiations to steer the country out of its worsening political and economic crisis.
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In a joint statement released from jail on Tuesday, the PTI leaders emphasised that dialogue is the only viable path toward stability. “Negotiations must take place at all levels,” the statement read, adding that both political actors and state institutions need to engage constructively.
The statement further proposed that political negotiations be prioritised as an entry point to broader talks, with incarcerated PTI leaders included in the process. It also called for improved access to PTI’s founding chairman to facilitate the formation of a negotiation committee.
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South African Air Force (SAAF) Chief Lt General Wiseman Simo Mbambo paid an official visit to Pakistan, where he met with Chief of the Air Staff of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu at Air Headquarters in Islamabad, according to the military’s media wing.
Upon his arrival, the visiting dignitary was welcomed with a formal Guard of Honour by a smartly turned-out contingent of the Pakistan Air Force, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement.
During the meeting, the PAF chief highlighted the strong bilateral relationship between Pakistan and South Africa, emphasising the shared values and aspirations that underpin the two nations’ deep-rooted friendship. He reiterated PAF’s commitment to strengthening the aerial combat capabilities of the South African Air Force through tailored training and capacity-building initiatives, according to the ISPR.
Lt General Mbambo lauded the operational readiness of the PAF, commending its multi-domain warfare capabilities and its success in maintaining a credible deterrence posture. He acknowledged the high standards maintained by the PAF and expressed his admiration for its technical excellence, it added.
A key focus of the discussions was the revamping of the SAAF’s training regime. Lt General Mbambo expressed his desire for PAF’s support in developing a modern and comprehensive training framework, beginning at the academy level.
He further requested the participation of SAAF officers as observers in PAF’s major operational exercises to enhance learning and foster collaboration, as per the ISPR report.
In addition, the SAAF chief spoke about the possibility of increasing technical collaboration between the two air forces, particularly in the area of aircraft maintenance.
Recognising the cost-effective maintenance capabilities and technical excellence of PAF’s engineering infrastructure, Lt General Mbambo conveyed the intent of the SAAF to undertake the inspection and maintenance of its C-130 fleet in Pakistan.
The discussions highlighted a mutual desire to institutionalise and further strengthen the formal relationship between the PAF and the SAAF.
This meeting is expected to pave the way for deeper cooperation between the two forces, ensuring enhanced operational capabilities and shared military expertise.
