Over 20 Foreign Journalists Detained as Israel Intercepts Gaza Aid Flotilla PARIS — More than 20 international journalists were detained this week after the Israeli navy intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian convoy headed for Gaza, where the United Nations says famine conditions are worsening. The journalists, representing outlets such as Spain’s El País, […]
Prince William Launches Global Humanitarian Memorial, Honours Aid Workers On Wednesday, October 1, the Prince of Wales unveiled the Global Humanitarian Memorial at Gunnersbury Park, an event organised by the Humanitarian Memorial Committee to honour the lives and work of aid workers worldwide. Sharing moments from the ceremony on Instagram, Prince William wrote, “Launching the […]
Shehbaz Sharif Demands Release of Humanitarian Workers Detained by Israel In a statement on X, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged the immediate release of humanitarian workers who have been detained by Israeli authorities. Sharif condemned the arrests, saying these workers were only carrying aid to support Palestinians in need. “This barbarity must end,” he […]
Spain and Italy Deploy Naval Ships After Drone Attacks Target Gaza-Bound Flotilla New York / Rome / Athens – Spain and Italy are sending naval ships to assist a pro-Palestinian flotilla after a series of drone attacks targeted vessels heading to Gaza. “We are concerned, and that is why we will be deploying a ship […]
Bilawal Calls for Local-Focused Policies, Aid for Flood Victims, and Solutions for Karachi ISLAMABAD – Addressing a press conference, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari called for decisions that prioritize the welfare of local communities. Speaking on national security, Bilawal criticized outlawed groups for siding with India in the past. He emphasized ongoing efforts to dismantle […]
Punjab Sends Thousands of Tons of Aid to Gaza LAHORE – Punjab has continued its humanitarian support for Palestine with the dispatch of relief supplies to Gaza. The aid package includes ration bags filled with flour, rice, cooking oil, chickpeas, ready-to-eat meals, and canned fruits. So far, a total of 2,227 tons of aid has […]
Six US Relief Flights Scheduled for Pakistan, First Consignment Arrives Islamabad — Six US relief flights carrying essential supplies, including tents, dewatering pumps, and generators, are scheduled to arrive in Pakistan, according to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR). The first flight touched down today, where the US Chargé d’Affaires and the Commander of US […]
The Benazir Nashonuma Programme aims to prevent stunting in children under two, improve maternal nutrition, reduce anaemia and micronutrient deficiencies, enhance awareness of maternal and child health, and increase the uptake of health and nutrition services. Organised by the World Food Programme (WFP) in collaboration with BISP, UNICEF, and WHO, this initiative is a response […]
UN Extends Support as Floods Devastate Pakistan Islamabad – The United Nations has expressed deep sorrow over the heavy loss of life and displacement caused by recent floods in Pakistan, which have claimed around 400 lives and affected nearly 1.5 million people nationwide. In a statement, a spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said millions […]
PM Stresses Unified Response to Climate Change, Praises LESCO Staff for Flood Relief Donation Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized that the development of water reservoirs will be carried out in full coordination with provincial governments. “Climate change is a reality, and only through effective preparedness can we minimize the damage caused by natural […]
