Pakistan News: ‘Safety concerns’: US to shut Peshawar consulate in Pakistan, to shift operations to Islamabad – The Times of India

Pakistan News: ‘Safety concerns’: US to shut Peshawar consulate in Pakistan, to shift operations to Islamabad – The Times of India

The United States on Wednesday announced it will carry out a phased shutdown of its consulate general in Peshawar, citing concerns over the safety of diplomatic staff as well as the need for better allocation of resources.“The US department of state is announcing the phased closure of the US consulate general in Peshawar. Responsibility for…

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‘Biplomacy’: The ‘crypto bro’ who found Pakistan a seat at Trump’s table – The Times of India

‘Biplomacy’: The ‘crypto bro’ who found Pakistan a seat at Trump’s table – The Times of India

Bilal Bin Saqib (Photo credit: X/@Bilalbinsaqib) In January 2026, Pakistan’s top civilian and military leadership hosted Zachary Witkoff, CEO of the crypto platform World Liberty Financial, for an engagement that closely resembled a state-level visit. While the formal centerpiece was a non-binding letter of intent to explore stablecoin integration for cross-border payments, the high-profile attendance…

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‘Did 8 peace deals’: Trump repeats role in India-Pakistan ceasefire during Mamdani meeting; claim made over 60 times | India News – The Times of India

‘Did 8 peace deals’: Trump repeats role in India-Pakistan ceasefire during Mamdani meeting; claim made over 60 times | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: US President Donald Trump on Friday once again claimed credit for helping ease tensions between India and Pakistan, making the assertion more than 60 times to date.The remarks came during a meeting with New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the White House, marking Mamdani’s first formal interaction with the president following his…

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Pakistan pitches port on Arabian Sea to US; eye on minerals hub development: Report – The Times of India

Pakistan pitches port on Arabian Sea to US; eye on minerals hub development: Report – The Times of India

US President Donald Trump during a meeting with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir at the White House last month Advisers to Pakistan’s military chief, Asim Munir, have reportedly approached US officials with a proposal to construct and operate a port at Pasni on the Arabian Sea, offering Washington a strategic…

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Pakistan pitches port on Arabian Sea to US; eye on minerals hub development: Report – The Times of India

Pakistan pitches port on Arabian Sea to US; eye on minerals hub development: Report – The Times of India

US President Donald Trump during a meeting with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir at the White House last month Advisers to Pakistan’s military chief, Asim Munir, have reportedly approached US officials with a proposal to construct and operate a port at Pasni on the Arabian Sea, offering Washington a strategic…

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Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif likely to meet Trump; talks expected on UNGA sidelines – Report – The Times of India

Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif likely to meet Trump; talks expected on UNGA sidelines – Report – The Times of India

Shehbaz Sharif and Donald Trump Pakistani prime minister Shehbaz Sharif is likely to meet United States president Donald Trump on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, reported Geo News, citing sources.Along with Sharif, Pakistani army chief Asim Munir, who is Pakistan’s de facto decision maker, will reportedly be attending the meeting with Trump.Munir has…

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