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China, India-linked hacking groups targeted Pakistani law enforcement, report says - Reuters
China, India-linked hacking groups targeted Pakistani law enforcement, report says Reuters
July 9, 2026EXCLUSIVE: Pakistan mediating Libya unity push as rival camps seek deal, Pakistani sources say - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: Pakistan mediating Libya unity push as rival camps seek deal, Pakistani sources say Reuters
July 6, 2026Afghanistan says airstrikes launched on Pakistan; Islamabad says drones shot down - Reuters
Afghanistan says airstrikes launched on Pakistan; Islamabad says drones shot down Reuters
July 1, 2026Pakistani strikes kill dozens in Afghanistan
The Taliban government says civilians were killed, while Pakistan maintains they targeted militants.
June 29, 2026Pakistan forces kill 29 militants in border operation, AP reports - Reuters
Pakistan forces kill 29 militants in border operation, AP reports Reuters
June 28, 2026Netherlands lose seven for 13 as Pakistan end with a win
Pakistan end a disappointing T20 World Cup campaign in style, beating winless Netherlands by 37 runs.
June 27, 2026EXCLUSIVE: ICC bureau says Khan should be fired for inappropriate sexual relationship - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: ICC bureau says Khan should be fired for inappropriate sexual relationship Reuters
June 24, 2026Pakistani rights activist Mahrang Baloch sentenced to life in prison - Reuters
Pakistani rights activist Mahrang Baloch sentenced to life in prison Reuters
June 24, 2026Can Pakistan's peacekeeping role in Iran war give it an economic dividend? - Reuters
Can Pakistan's peacekeeping role in Iran war give it an economic dividend? Reuters
June 23, 2026Iran says no new commitments on nuclear sites after Vance says inspectors to be invited back
Iran's foreign ministry says it made "no new commitments" on nuclear inspections after talks in Switzerland.
June 23, 2026It's not just about nudity warns actress - the complex reality of images and online abuse
Tech companies and authorities are failing women by focusing on nudity rather than consent, says a report by Chayn.
June 21, 2026It's not just about nudity warns actress - the complex reality of images and online abuse
Tech companies and authorities are failing women by focusing on nudity rather than consent, says a report by Chayn.
June 21, 2026Who needs what to qualify for Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals?
As the group stages of the Women's T20 World Cup reaches the final week, BBC Sport looks at who needs what to reach the semi-finals.
June 21, 2026Pakistan roadside blasts kill seven, AP says - Reuters
Pakistan roadside blasts kill seven, AP says Reuters
June 20, 2026Iran sends tankers loaded with oil past US military blockade
Three Iranian tankers loaded with crude oil have passed the US blockade line in the Gulf of Oman, ship-tracking data shows.
June 17, 2026Fragile quiet in Lebanon as US-Iran truce leaves unanswered questions
Many Lebanese remain doubtful that the agreement could finally mean the end of the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.
June 16, 2026US-Iran deal may not bring quick relief for auto shops - Reuters
US-Iran deal may not bring quick relief for auto shops Reuters
June 16, 2026Almost all of world's children exposed to climate hazards, UN agency says - Reuters
Almost all of world's children exposed to climate hazards, UN agency says Reuters
June 16, 2026Trump’s Iran accord offers exit from war — and fresh political risks - Reuters
Trump’s Iran accord offers exit from war — and fresh political risks Reuters
June 15, 2026Lebanon fighting eases after US-Iran deal - Reuters
Lebanon fighting eases after US-Iran deal Reuters
June 15, 2026Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu
Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma.
June 15, 2026What the US and Iran say is in the memorandum to end the war - Reuters
What the US and Iran say is in the memorandum to end the war Reuters
June 15, 2026Morning Bid: Markets celebrate MOU on SoH - Reuters
Morning Bid: Markets celebrate MOU on SoH Reuters
June 15, 2026Trump heralds Iran deal but questions - and risks - remain
The announcement of an Iran deal was a welcome birthday gift for the president – but its success or failure may hinge on the details.
June 15, 2026Unclear if US-Iran agreement will provide respite to Lebanon
Pakistan says the deal includes Lebanon, but recent ceasefires there have failed to take hold.
June 15, 2026Oil prices slide after Pakistan announces deal between US and Iran
Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.
June 15, 2026Oil slips over 4% after US, Iran reach peace deal, reopen Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Oil slips over 4% after US, Iran reach peace deal, reopen Strait of Hormuz Reuters
June 14, 2026US, Iran reach agreement to end war, signing set for Friday - Reuters
US, Iran reach agreement to end war, signing set for Friday Reuters
June 14, 2026US-Iran deal scheduled to be signed on Sunday, says Trump
Before the US president's comments, Iran expressed caution about the exact timing.
June 13, 2026Pakistan PM says US-Iran peace deal signing expected within 24 hours - Reuters
Pakistan PM says US-Iran peace deal signing expected within 24 hours Reuters
June 13, 2026Iran says deal to end fighting with US has 'never been closer'
Both Iran and Pakistan say a deal has never been closer - echoing US President Donald Trump's statement on Thursday.
June 12, 2026Pakistan PM Sharif says in X post that final text of US-Iran peace deal agreed, working on next steps - Reuters
Pakistan PM Sharif says in X post that final text of US-Iran peace deal agreed, working on next steps Reuters
June 12, 2026Pakistan launches deadly air strikes in Afghanistan, reigniting tensions
The fresh strikes come after weeks of relative calm in the restive border region between the two countries.
June 10, 2026Pakistani airstrikes kill at least 13 in Afghanistan, Taliban says - Reuters
Pakistani airstrikes kill at least 13 in Afghanistan, Taliban says Reuters
June 10, 2026Lebanese army chief leaves for Pakistan at invitation of counterpart - Reuters
Lebanese army chief leaves for Pakistan at invitation of counterpart Reuters
June 6, 2026Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts - Reuters
Xi hails 'unbreakable' Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts Reuters
May 25, 2026She was told to marry in a country which bans girls' education. So she got in a taxi and fled
Nearly five years on from the school ban, young women say they have waved goodbye to their dreams.
May 24, 2026Pakistani, Chinese companies sign $1.22 billion deals at conference - Reuters
Pakistani, Chinese companies sign $1.22 billion deals at conference Reuters
May 24, 2026Blast targeting train kills at least 20 in Pakistan
Officials say the train had been transporting military personnel home for Eid when it was attacked by armed separatists.
May 24, 2026Pakistan seeks breakthrough in US-Iran peace talks - Reuters
Pakistan seeks breakthrough in US-Iran peace talks Reuters
May 22, 2026Man who murdered teen TikTok star in Pakistan gets death sentence
Sana Yousaf's murder highlights a pattern of violence against women in Pakistan, activists say.
May 20, 2026Exclusive: Pakistan deploys jet squadron, thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia during Iran war - Reuters
Exclusive: Pakistan deploys jet squadron, thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia during Iran war Reuters
May 18, 2026Pakistan hands US revised Iranian proposal for ending war - Reuters
Pakistan hands US revised Iranian proposal for ending war Reuters
May 18, 2026Revised Iranian proposal to end war shared with US, Pakistani source says - Reuters
Revised Iranian proposal to end war shared with US, Pakistani source says Reuters
May 18, 2026Pakistan says 11 citizens, 20 Iranian nationals being repatriated from vessels seized by US - Reuters
Pakistan says 11 citizens, 20 Iranian nationals being repatriated from vessels seized by US Reuters
May 15, 2026Second Qatari LNG tanker heads through Hormuz to Pakistan as Iran war continues, data shows - Reuters
Second Qatari LNG tanker heads through Hormuz to Pakistan as Iran war continues, data shows Reuters
May 11, 2026One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does
A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.
May 7, 2026Pakistani source confirms US, Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war - Reuters
Pakistani source confirms US, Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war Reuters
May 6, 2026Pakistan navy to add advanced Chinese submarines - Reuters
Pakistan navy to add advanced Chinese submarines Reuters
April 30, 2026Pakistan accused of attacking Afghan university
Air attacks on the province of Kunar have killed at least seven people and injured 75, sources tell the BBC.
April 27, 2026Trump says he canceled US negotiators' trip to Pakistan for Iran talks, Fox News reports - Reuters
Trump says he canceled US negotiators' trip to Pakistan for Iran talks, Fox News reports Reuters
April 25, 2026Witkoff and Kushner to travel to Pakistan soon for Iran talks, US official says - Reuters
Witkoff and Kushner to travel to Pakistan soon for Iran talks, US official says Reuters
April 24, 2026US and Iran in blockade standoff as Pakistan pushes for talks
The mood in the Strait of Hormuz remains combustible despite Trump's ceasefire extension.
April 22, 2026Pakistan confident Iran will attend US talks, senior Pakistani government source says - Reuters
Pakistan confident Iran will attend US talks, senior Pakistani government source says Reuters
April 20, 2026Vance has not yet left for Iran talks in Pakistan, source says - Reuters
Vance has not yet left for Iran talks in Pakistan, source says Reuters
April 20, 2026Exclusive: Pakistan places $1.5 billion Sudan weapons sale on hold after Saudi objection, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Pakistan places $1.5 billion Sudan weapons sale on hold after Saudi objection, sources say Reuters
April 20, 2026Saudi Arabia backstops Pakistan with $3 billion as UAE debt looms - Reuters
Saudi Arabia backstops Pakistan with $3 billion as UAE debt looms Reuters
April 15, 2026Pakistan says all options on table for funding, weighs strategic fuel reserve - Reuters
Pakistan says all options on table for funding, weighs strategic fuel reserve Reuters
April 14, 2026Pakistan sends fighter jets to Saudi Arabia under mutual defence pact - Reuters
Pakistan sends fighter jets to Saudi Arabia under mutual defence pact Reuters
April 11, 2026Pakistani five-star hotel becomes unlikely site for US-Iran talks - Reuters
Pakistani five-star hotel becomes unlikely site for US-Iran talks Reuters
April 11, 2026US, Iran begin direct talks in Pakistan, seeking end to six-week war - Reuters
US, Iran begin direct talks in Pakistan, seeking end to six-week war Reuters
April 11, 2026US team heads to Iran talks in Pakistan with low expectations - Reuters
US team heads to Iran talks in Pakistan with low expectations Reuters
April 10, 2026Pakistan's high-stakes Iran peace bid is fraught with risk - Reuters
Pakistan's high-stakes Iran peace bid is fraught with risk Reuters
April 9, 2026'Talks were almost dead': Pakistan's last-ditch effort to secure Iran war truce - Reuters
'Talks were almost dead': Pakistan's last-ditch effort to secure Iran war truce Reuters
April 8, 2026JD Vance to lead US team in talks with Iran in Pakistan
While the US has declared a military victory, the details of the proposals being discussed remain murky.
April 8, 2026China says Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore comprehensive solution in peace talks - Reuters
China says Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore comprehensive solution in peace talks Reuters
April 8, 2026How Pakistan helped secure a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran
Pakistan has a historic relationship with Iran, but an agreement was far from certain, writes the BBC’s Caroline Davies
April 8, 2026Efforts to facilitate talks between US, Iran ongoing, Pakistani sources say - Reuters
Efforts to facilitate talks between US, Iran ongoing, Pakistani sources say Reuters
April 7, 2026Afghan Taliban says holding useful talks with Pakistan to resolve conflict - Reuters
Afghan Taliban says holding useful talks with Pakistan to resolve conflict Reuters
April 7, 2026Eight Muslim-majority countries condemn Israel's new death penalty law - Reuters
Eight Muslim-majority countries condemn Israel's new death penalty law Reuters
April 2, 2026From international outcast to mediator in Iran war, Pakistan's remarkable makeover - Reuters
From international outcast to mediator in Iran war, Pakistan's remarkable makeover Reuters
April 2, 2026Pakistan hosts regional powers for Iran talks, with focus on Hormuz proposals - Reuters
Pakistan hosts regional powers for Iran talks, with focus on Hormuz proposals Reuters
March 29, 2026Pakistan to host talks with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt amid Iran war diplomacy - Reuters
Pakistan to host talks with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt amid Iran war diplomacy Reuters
March 28, 2026Iran's president says trust needed for talks, Pakistan prime minister's office says - Reuters
Iran's president says trust needed for talks, Pakistan prime minister's office says Reuters
March 28, 2026Pakistan continuing military operations against Afghanistan, Pakistan foreign ministry says - Reuters
Pakistan continuing military operations against Afghanistan, Pakistan foreign ministry says Reuters
March 26, 2026Israel took Iran's Araqchi, Qalibaf off hit list on Pakistan request, Pakistani source says - Reuters
Israel took Iran's Araqchi, Qalibaf off hit list on Pakistan request, Pakistani source says Reuters
March 26, 2026Pakistan leans on US and Iran ties to emerge as potential peacebroker - Reuters
Pakistan leans on US and Iran ties to emerge as potential peacebroker Reuters
March 24, 2026Pakistan ranked most polluted country in 2025, data shows - Reuters
Pakistan ranked most polluted country in 2025, data shows Reuters
March 24, 2026Pakistan's PSL moves behind closed doors, scraps opening ceremony amid fuel crisis - Reuters
Pakistan's PSL moves behind closed doors, scraps opening ceremony amid fuel crisis Reuters
March 22, 2026The fight to control the narrative in the Afghan-Pakistan conflict
The battle between the neighbouring countries is taking place as much online as it is on the ground.
March 21, 2026Iran calls for regional coordination in calls with Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan - Reuters
Iran calls for regional coordination in calls with Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan Reuters
March 19, 2026Air strike hit Kabul rehab centre as patients ate dinner, survivor tells BBC
The exact number killed in Monday night's strike by Pakistan is still not known, but is feared to be in the hundreds.
March 17, 2026From sponsor to enemy: What's behind Pakistan's attack on Afghan Taliban? - Reuters
From sponsor to enemy: What's behind Pakistan's attack on Afghan Taliban? Reuters
March 17, 2026Rupee encounters headwinds, catches breath near all-time low - Reuters
Rupee encounters headwinds, catches breath near all-time low Reuters
March 17, 2026Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of killing hundreds in hospital strike
Islamabad denies targeting the rehab centre and said its strikes were aimed at military installations.
March 16, 2026Pakistan strikes hit drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, Taliban says - Reuters
Pakistan strikes hit drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, Taliban says Reuters
March 16, 2026French national jailed for 10 years in Azerbaijan for spying
Martin Ryan was accused of collecting secret information about Baku's military co-operation with Turkey and Pakistan.
March 16, 2026Pakistan targets Taliban installations and 'terrorist hideouts' in Kandahar during overnight strikes - Reuters
Pakistan targets Taliban installations and 'terrorist hideouts' in Kandahar during overnight strikes Reuters
March 15, 2026China's mediation eases fighting between Pakistan, Afghanistan, sources say - Reuters
China's mediation eases fighting between Pakistan, Afghanistan, sources say Reuters
March 12, 2026Iran war deals double blow to Indian airlines already hit by Pakistan airspace ban - Reuters
Iran war deals double blow to Indian airlines already hit by Pakistan airspace ban Reuters
March 10, 2026Pakistan announces austerity measures to save fuel amid Mideast conflict - Reuters
Pakistan announces austerity measures to save fuel amid Mideast conflict Reuters
March 9, 2026Europe now world's biggest arms importer, think tank says - Reuters
Europe now world's biggest arms importer, think tank says Reuters
March 8, 2026Exclusive: Saudi has told Iran not to attack it, warns of possible retaliation, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Saudi has told Iran not to attack it, warns of possible retaliation, sources say Reuters
March 7, 2026Pakistani convicted of plotting to kill Trump over death of Iran commander - Reuters
Pakistani convicted of plotting to kill Trump over death of Iran commander Reuters
March 7, 2026Pakistan raises retail fuel prices by about 20% due to Middle East tension - Reuters
Pakistan raises retail fuel prices by about 20% due to Middle East tension Reuters
March 6, 2026Iran targets headquarters of Iranian Kurdish forces in Iraq
Tehran's strikes come amid speculation that the US wants Iranian Kurdish groups to join the fight against Iran.
March 5, 2026UN calls for investigation into deadly strike on school in Iran - Reuters
UN calls for investigation into deadly strike on school in Iran Reuters
March 3, 2026Nine people killed as protests erupt in Pakistan and Iraq over Khamenei's death - Reuters
Nine people killed as protests erupt in Pakistan and Iraq over Khamenei's death Reuters
March 1, 2026Pakistan, Afghan Taliban forces clash as diplomatic efforts intensify - Reuters
Pakistan, Afghan Taliban forces clash as diplomatic efforts intensify Reuters
February 28, 2026Why are Afghanistan and Pakistan fighting?
The two sides have different versions of how and why the deadly dispute began.
February 27, 2026Pakistan defence minister says country in 'open war' with Afghanistan after strikes
The latest attacks by Pakistan follow months of clashes between the two countries. despite agreeing to a fragile ceasefire in October.
February 27, 2026What we know after latest escalation in Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions
Bombings by Pakistan are the most significant development in tensions between the two neighbours - though the physical impact remains unclear.
February 27, 2026Afghans fear further escalation after Pakistani air strikes shake Kabul - Reuters
Afghans fear further escalation after Pakistani air strikes shake Kabul Reuters
February 27, 2026What's behind the latest fighting between Afghanistan and Pakistan? - Reuters
What's behind the latest fighting between Afghanistan and Pakistan? Reuters
February 27, 2026How do Pakistan and Taliban Afghan militaries stack up as tensions flare? - Reuters
How do Pakistan and Taliban Afghan militaries stack up as tensions flare? Reuters
February 27, 2026Pakistan in an open war with Afghanistan, Pakistan defence minister says - Reuters
Pakistan in an open war with Afghanistan, Pakistan defence minister says Reuters
February 27, 2026Pakistan bombs targets in Afghan cities, minister calls it 'open war' - Reuters
Pakistan bombs targets in Afghan cities, minister calls it 'open war' Reuters
February 27, 2026Afghanistan launches 'retaliatory' attack on Pakistan, Taliban says
Islamabad says it is responding to the 'unprovoked fire' with both sides claiming to have inflicted casualties on the other.
February 26, 2026Pakistan, Afghan forces clash after days of hostilities - Reuters
Pakistan, Afghan forces clash after days of hostilities Reuters
February 26, 2026Pakistan, Afghan forces exchange fire after airstrikes deepen tensions - Reuters
Pakistan, Afghan forces exchange fire after airstrikes deepen tensions Reuters
February 24, 2026Salt out first ball as Pakistan make 'perfect start'
Pakistan get off to a "perfect start" as England opener Phil Salt is out first ball caught by Usman Khan off the bowling of Shaheen Shah Afridi.
February 24, 2026Dawson takes back-to-back wickets against Pakistan
Liam Dawson takes back-to-back wickets for England to reduce Pakistan to 146-7 in the T20 World Cup Super 8 match.
February 24, 2026What's behind the latest tension between Afghanistan and Pakistan? - Reuters
What's behind the latest tension between Afghanistan and Pakistan? Reuters
February 24, 2026Pakistan launches deadly strikes on Afghanistan
Pakistan says the strikes were retaliation for recent suicide bombings in the country.
February 22, 2026US ambassador's Israel comments condemned by Arab and Muslim nations
Mike Huckabee suggested Israel would be justified in taking much of the Middle East on Biblical grounds.
February 22, 2026US envoy's remarks on Israel and Middle East land draw condemnation in region - Reuters
US envoy's remarks on Israel and Middle East land draw condemnation in region Reuters
February 22, 2026Pakistan says it carried out cross-border strikes in Afghanistan - Reuters
Pakistan says it carried out cross-border strikes in Afghanistan Reuters
February 22, 202667 Pakistan players sign up for Hundred auction
Sixty-seven players from Pakistan are among those to have registered for next month's Hundred auction, though England Test captain Ben Stokes has not signed up.
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