Abu al-Duhur airbase following strikes, Syria, August 18, 2026. (Photo: AFP)

Pakistan condemns Israeli attacks against Syria

Says such provocative actions can further undermine regional peace and stability; Türkiye rejects that it posed a threat by preparing to send troops to a base in Syria, which was hit in a strike that US blamed on Israel; President Trump says no talks with Iran are under way or planned; Iran's top negotiator says Hormuz will not be opened until Washington meets Tehran's demands.

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Pakistan reaffirms support for Libya’s sovereignty, political reconciliation

At the UNSC, Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar, reaffirms the country's support for Libya’s sovereignty and UN-led political process, urging national reconciliation, institutional reunification, security dialogue, fiscal coordination and judicial unity to achieve durable peace and stability.

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A Pakistani maker of AI-based garment inspection systems says it can now build most of its inspection system at home. The precision parts inside an industrial robot are another matter, and its founder says Chinese partners could help close that gap (Photo

Pakistani robotics firm calls for joint labs, ventures with China

World Humanitarian Day: Pakistan pays tribute to workers

Pakistan PM inaugurates Google office as firm reaffirms commitment to country

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A hygienist wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) begins cleaning and disinfection operations at the Rwampara Ebola Treatment Centre (ETC) in Bunia, Ituri, in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo on July 13, 2026. (AFP)

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DR Congo Ebola outbreak 'far from being under control': WHO chief

The Ebola outbreak in the DRC is accelerating, with over 2,300 deaths among nearly 5,000 cases. WHO warns it remains uncontrolled, risks international spread, and requires urgent containment efforts.

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US sanctions International Criminal Court chief Tomoko Akane of Japan

UN atomic watchdog says found tons of nuclear material at Syria site

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles (L) shakes hands with Japan’s Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi (R) during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra on August 18, 2026. (Photo: AFP)

Japan to test hypersonic missiles in Australia under new deal

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Crude extends gains, stocks stagger as Mideast hopes dim

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Japanese economy ekes out modest growth

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OpenAI introduces 'ChatGPT for Teens' amid legal pressure

OpenAI introduces ChatGPT for Teens with stronger safeguards and monitoring for users aged 13-to-17, including restrictions on self-harm, violence, eating disorders. The program adds break reminders, quiet hours, Study Mode, parental alerts.

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