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News Desk BEIJING: China has called for the immediate cessation of attacks on Iran, expressing strong opposition to the escalation of conflict in the region. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that the war should never have happened and emphasized that the use of force is not a solution to problems. He also noted that plans aimed at regime change have not gained public support, stressing the need for diplomatic solutions instead of military confrontation. Wang Yi further urged respect for the security and sovereignty of Iran and Gulf countries, warning that the conflict must not be allowed to spread…

News Desk FAISALABAD: The Supreme Court has ruled that rape and the act of making a video of the crime viral on social media are two distinct offences, each subject to independent investigation, trial, and punishment. The landmark decision came in the case of a medical student in Faisalabad, where separate FIRs had been filed for the rape and for circulating the video of the incident online. The court clarified that while both cases arise from the same incident, they are legally separate and may result in multiple punishments for the accused. The court rejected an application that sought to…

News Desk TEHRAN: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has clarified his earlier remarks after facing criticism at home, saying US bases and military installations in the region are considered legitimate targets for Iran. In a new statement, Pezeshkian said Iran had not targeted friendly neighboring countries but had instead carried out strikes on American military bases and installations in the region. He said those facilities were used for aggression against Iran, making them legitimate targets. The Iranian president added that the country would stand firm in defending itself and resisting threats until the very end, while also seeking friendly relations with…

News Desk DUBAI: A Pakistani national was killed after debris fell on a vehicle during an air defense operation in the Al Barsha area of Dubai on Saturday evening, UAE authorities confirmed. Officials said the deceased was a Pakistani driver who remained inside his vehicle despite receiving alert messages. Authorities urged residents to take such warnings seriously and immediately seek shelter in nearby buildings after receiving emergency alerts. Earlier, the Dubai Media Office reported that a vehicle was damaged by falling debris during the air defense activity in Al Barsha, resulting in the death of an Asian driver. Authorities noted…

News Desk TEHRAN: Iran announced that it will halt attacks on neighboring countries unless strikes originate from their territory, the country’s interim leadership council decided, President Masoud Pezeshkian said. Pezeshkian also issued an apology to neighboring states for recent missile strikes, stressing that Iran does not intend to target Arab territories and aims to avoid unnecessary regional confrontation. Minutes after the statement, an explosion was reportedly heard over Doha, along with a security alarm, which observers believe may have been an intercepted projectile. #Iran #MasoudPezeshkian #MiddleEastTensions #Doha #RegionalSecurity

News Desk WASHINGTON: The Trump administration has approved the sale of $151 million worth of bombs to Israel. According to the US State Department, Israel requested 12,000 one-thousand-pound bomb bodies. The sale includes engineering, technical assistance, logistics, and program support. The State Department said the immediate sale of defense equipment and services to Israel serves US national security interests and will strengthen the security of a key regional ally. Officials noted the sale will enhance Israel’s ability to address current and future threats. Under Section 36B of the Arms Export Control Act, the usual congressional review requirement has been waived.…

News Desk WASHINGTON: US authorities have raised concerns that Chinese hackers may be behind a recent cyberattack on the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) network. According to a US newspaper, investigators believe the hackers could be affiliated with the Chinese government. The attack reportedly targeted the FBI’s internal computer network, though the scale and extent of the damage remain unclear, and investigations are ongoing. The Chinese embassy in Washington has not issued any response regarding the allegations. Reports indicate that the FBI began investigating unusual activity on a specific part of its network on February 17. According to the FBI…

News Desk LAHORE: A petition has been filed in the Lahore High Court challenging the recent increase in petroleum prices, claiming the government’s decision is unlawful and harmful to the public. The petition was submitted by Azhar Siddique of the Judicial Activism Panel, arguing that the government’s move to raise petrol prices by Rs55 per litre is an “illegal and anti-people measure” that will significantly affect essential sectors across the country. Read More: https://metro-morning.com/petrol-and-diesel-prices-rise-by-rs55-amid-middle-east-crisis/ According to the plea, the price hike will increase costs for transportation, electricity generation, agriculture, and food items, ultimately placing additional financial burden on ordinary citizens.…

News Desk RAWALPINDI: An Anti-Terrorism Court in Rawalpindi has announced its verdict in the May 9 General Headquarters (GHQ) attack case, sentencing 47 proclaimed offenders to 10 years in prison each along with a fine of Rs500,000. Among those sentenced are prominent politicians including Omar Ayub Khan, Zartaj Gul, Murad Saeed, Shibli Faraz, Hammad Azhar, Kanwal Shauzab, Shehbaz Gill and Zulfi Bukhari, along with several others. According to the court’s decision, the convicted individuals were found involved in the conspiracy behind the violent incidents that occurred on May 9. A Joint Investigation Team (JIT) report also identified them as key…

News Desk NEW YORK: A Pakistani national has been convicted in the United States for plotting to assassinate several prominent American political figures, including former US president Donald Trump, in a plan allegedly directed by Iran, the US Department of Justice said. The man, identified as Asif Merchant, was accused of attempting to recruit individuals in the United States in 2024 to carry out assassinations of high-profile politicians. Prosecutors said the alleged plot was aimed at retaliating for the 2020 killing of Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani during the administration of Trump. According to federal prosecutors, potential targets in the…