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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in New York on Monday to represent Pakistan at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), amid the Middle East crisis that threatens to embroil more countries.

Premier to address UNGA on September 25, will present Pak’s stance on evolving regional, global security landscape Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrives in New York to attend the 81st session of United Nations General Assembly in New York on Monday. PMO The high-level segment of the 81st UNGA will be held from September 22 to 26 and on September […]

US warns Middle East war could escalate after Houthi attack on Riyadh

Saudi Arabia’s coalition said the Houthis had attempted to target civilian areas and infrastructure in several western parts of the kingdom, including Yanbu, a major Red Sea port. RIYADH: The United States has warned that the conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis could escalate rapidly after a Houthi missile attack targeted the Saudi […]

World leaders gather at UN as Middle East, Ukraine and AI dominate agenda

Artificial intelligence is expected to be one of the major topics at this year’s General Assembly. NEW YORK: World leaders are gathering in New York for the United Nations General Assembly, with conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, along with the growing risks of artificial intelligence, expected to dominate discussions. Nearly 130 heads of […]

US Approves Potential $24.3 Billion F-35 Sale to Saudi Arabia

Proposed sale still requires congressional approval before the $24.3 billion deal can be finalised WASHINGTON: The United States has approved the potential sale of 48 F-35 Lightning II fighter jets to Saudi Arabia in a deal estimated at $24.3 billion, marking a significant development in Washington’s defence relationship with Riyadh. The US Department of State […]