Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – Pakistan’s Ambassador Rahim Hayat Qureshi met today with Simon Mordue, Chief Diplomatic Adviser to the President of the European Commission. During the meeting held at the European Commission, both sides held a productive exchange of views on the regional situation and discussed ways to further strengthen multifaceted partnership and enhance engagement between Pakistan and the European...
Vienna-Imam Ali Center Floridsdorf: Closure under review.
Vienna, (Muhammad Amir Siddique) – The National Council intends to examine the possibility of closing the Imam Ali Center in Floridsdorf. A mass brawl recently broke out at the center following a memorial service for the assassinated Iranian Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. The center is also a thorn in the side of the district. Several parties, including the Greens, the...
EU Reaffirms Strong Support for United Nations Amid Growing Global Instability.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) — In an increasingly fragmented global order, the European Union has reiterated its firm support for the United Nations. This commitment was expressed by EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, during her address at the ongoing UN Security Council session in New York on EU–UN cooperation. She highlighted that the erosion of international law is...
UK MP Afzal Khan Praises Pakistan’s Role in Iran–US De-escalation Efforts.
London/Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – British Member of Parliament Afzal Khan has lauded Pakistan’s leadership in ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at easing tensions between United States and Iran, emphasizing Islamabad’s commitment to peace and regional stability. Speaking during a parliamentary session, Khan highlighted Pakistan’s proactive role in facilitating dialogue, noting that the country had demonstrated “global leadership” by hosting and mediating...
Analysis of OptIndia’s Article on Mhatre Murder Case and Rahul Gandhi’s Meeting with Jeremy Corbyn.
The article published by OptIndia on January 7, 2026, raises questions regarding Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi’s meeting with former British Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn, particularly focusing on Corbyn’s support for the release of two Kashmiri men, Abdul Quayyum Raja and Muhammad Riaz. These individuals were sentenced in the notorious Mhatre Murder Case, which has deep legal and political...
Iran–US Tensions: India’s Quiet Strategy or Pakistan’s Visible Diplomacy?
Brussels, (Unib Rashid): A parody account of Russian President Vladimir Putin on the social media platform X has offered a compelling yet neutral analysis of the diplomatic engagements, strategic thinking, and subsequent responses of Pakistan and India during the Israel–US strikes on Iran. This analysis is being published verbatim for the readers of Tarkeen-e-Watan Online News. Iran–US Tensions: India’s Restraint...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Receives Call from Japanese Counterpart, Discusses Regional Peace Efforts.
Brussels, (Unib Rahid) – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday received a telephone call from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, during which both leaders held a warm and constructive discussion on regional developments and bilateral cooperation. The two prime ministers exchanged views on the recently held Islamabad Talks between the United States and Iran, which were hosted by Pakistan as...
Rising Tensions in Strait of Hormuz: China Backs Iran Following U.S. Announcement.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – Following the U.S. announcement regarding the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, China has also declared its support for Iran, raising concerns about escalating tensions in the region. According to the Chinese News Agency, China’s Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun stated, “We are committed to peace and stability in the world. We are closely monitoring the...
Stricter European Food Laws: Zero Tolerance on Pesticides Puts Pakistani Rice Exports at Risk.
Brussels, (Unib Rashid) – The implementation of new European regulations on food imports has raised concerns over potential risks to Pakistan’s food exports. The main issue stems from the use of agricultural pesticides that are harmful to bees. While these chemicals are banned in Europe, they are reportedly still in use in Pakistan and many other countries. Among these pesticides...
UNODC Pakistan, Pakistan Customs and ANF Host 8th IREN Expert-Level Meeting to Strengthen Interregional Response to Illicit Trafficking.
Karachi, (TW News) – The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Country Office for Pakistan in collaboration with Pakistan Customs and Anti Narcotics Force hosted the 8th Expert-Level Meeting of the Inter-Regional Network of Customs Authorities and Port Control Units (IREN) in Karachi, marking a significant milestone under the Global Passenger and Cargo Control Programme (PCCP). The four-day...