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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 982, Abu'l-Qasim, Kalbid emir of Sicily passed away. In 1922, Helmy Afify Abd El-Bar, Egyptian military commander (died 2011) was born. In 1961, Tahira Asif, Pakistani politician (died 2014) was born. In 1961, Khalid Mahmood, Pakistani-English engineer and politician was born. In 1962, In an unprecedented action, British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan dismisses seven members of his Cabinet, marking the effective end of the National Liberals as a distinct force within British politics. In 1969, Oleg Serebrian, Moldovan political scientist and politician was born. In 2000, Jan Karski, Polish-American activist and academic (born 1914) passed away. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2011, Mumbai is rocked by three bomb blasts during the evening rush hour, killing 26 and injuring 130. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Can Pakistan Help Break Libya’s Political Deadlock?

Libya Review

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Reports that Pakistan could play a diplomatic role in Libya have sparked debate over whether Islamabad can help advance the country’s stalled political process amid competing regional and international interests. Political analysts believe Pakistan’s potential involvement would not focus on mediating directly between Libya’s rival factions. Instead, they suggest its role could be to facilitate [] The post Can Pakistan Help Break Libya’s Political Deadlock? appeared first on LibyaReview.

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Libya Review

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· Jun 28, 2026

Libyan MP Supports US-Led Roadmap to End Political Division

Member of Libya’s House of Representatives Jibril Waheeda said that unifying the country’s military and security institutions is the essential first step toward ending political division and paving the way for national elections, arguing that Libya’s crisis is fundamentally a security issue rather than a political one. In press statements, Waheeda said that the House [] The post Libyan MP Supports US-Led Roadmap to End Political Division appeared first on LibyaReview.

DawnNews English

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· Jun 21, 2026

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Says Iran and US Leaders ‘Genuinely Mean Peace’ in Middle East

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed optimism about ongoing diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran, stating that both sides genuinely seek peace and stability in the Middle East. #shehbazsharif #trump #pakistan #iran #usiran #breakingnews #worldnews #diplomacy --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

FairPlanet

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· Jul 10, 2026

The civilian cost of Pakistan’s counter-terrorism war in Afghanistan

In late February, Pakistan launched ‘open war’ on Afghanistan with Operation Ghazal lil-Haq (Wrath for the Truth), marking the most violent period of fighting between the two countries since the Taliban takeover in 2021. For Pakistan, it was a war of retaliation against the Tehreek-e-Taliban, or TTP, a militia sympathetic to the Afghan Taliban. Pakistan has long accused Afghanistan of offering safe harbour to the TTP ‘Tashkeel,’ or administrative structures and combat units, and was fed up with inaction. (image) Would you like us to summarize articles for you? ARTICLE SUMMARY Pakistan’s counterterrorism operations along the Afghanistan border have increasingly placed civilians in the crossfire, with airstrikes and military actions killing women and children, destroying ...

Al-Monitor

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· Jul 7, 2026

NATO allies to discuss Hormuz tensions, mission with Gulf Arabs

By John Irish and Lili BayerANKARA, July 7 (Reuters) - NATO foreign ministers will meet Gulf Arab counterparts on Tuesday to address the stalemate over reopening the Strait of Hormuz, including a Franco-British proposal for a multinational maritime mission that Iran has so far dismissed.The meeting on the sidelines of a NATO summit in Ankara will bring together ministers from Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates following weeks of tensions in the strategically important waterway despite an interim U.S.-Iran peace deal.

Libya Update News

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· Jul 6, 2026

Libyan Elites Call for Anti-Corruption Campaign Similar to Iraq

A recent report by the London-based Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper highlights growing calls among Libyan political, academic, and activist circles for a large-scale anti-corruption campaign, inspired by recent efforts in Iraq. This comes as Libya continues to struggle with political and institutional division and stalled accountability efforts. The report notes that Libya is widely ranked among... Read more Source The post Libyan Elites Call for Anti-Corruption Campaign Similar to Iraq appeared first on Libya Update News.

Egyptian Gazette

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· Jul 6, 2026

‘Pakistan mediating Libya unity push as rival camps seek deal’

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has quietly begun mediating between Libya’s rival eastern and western power centres, two Pakistani sources said, in a previously unreported Pakistani effort that ​would further raise its diplomatic profile if it succeeds.The Pakistani involvement comes after observers have for months monitored a U.S.-led push to find ‌a diplomatic solution in Libya, which [] The post ‘Pakistan mediating Libya unity push as rival camps seek deal’ appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Libyan News Agency

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· Jun 25, 2026

Al-Zadma and the Qatari ambassador discuss supporting development projects and enhancing stability in southern Libya

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Saudi Gazette

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· Jul 11, 2026

Saudi, Pakistani foreign ministers discuss regional escalation, back US-Iran talks

RIYADH — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar discussed the latest regional developments amid escalating tensions during a phone call on Saturday.The two ministers stressed the importance of supporting mediation efforts, resuming U.S.-Iran negotiations and containing regional tensions, according to the Saudi Foreign Ministry.They also emphasized the need to intensify efforts to reach comprehensive and peaceful solutions that enhance regional and international security and stability.

UrduPoint

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· Jul 13, 2026

Relentless operation to establish peace in Balochistan is a guarantee of the Balochistan's peace&country's survival until the last terrorist is eliminated. Khawaja Rameez Hassan

Relentless operation to establish peace in Balochistan is a guarantee of the Balochistan's peace&country's survival until the last terrorist is eliminated. Khawaja Rameez Hassan

BOL News

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· Jul 9, 2026

PM Shehbaz vows to eliminate ‘India-backed terrorism in Balochistan

PM Shehbaz Sharif expressed concern over a recent surge in militant violence. The post PM Shehbaz vows to eliminate ‘India-backed terrorism in Balochistan appeared first on BOL News.

Hananya Naftali

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· Jul 3, 2026

[Video] Taliban leaders send their own daughters to fancy schools in Qatar and Pakistan.Report [...]

Taliban leaders send their own daughters to fancy schools in Qatar and Pakistan.Reporter: “Do your two daughters go to school?”Taliban leader: “Of course they do.”This says it all. Their daughters get everything. But millions of poor girls in Afghanistan get nothing no school, no future.

Modern Diplomacy

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· Jun 23, 2026

Can Pakistan Turn Its Iran Peace Role Into an Economic Dividend?

Pakistan’s role in facilitating diplomatic talks during the Iran conflict has brought it international attention and praise from global leaders. The engagement, which included Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and military chief Asim Munir, has been described by analysts as one of Islamabad’s most visible diplomatic interventions in recent years. The talks, which involved Iran and [] The post Can Pakistan Turn Its Iran Peace Role Into an Economic Dividend? appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

TRT World

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· Jun 29, 2026

Afghanistan says 36 civilians killed in strikes by Pakistan

Pakistan and Afghanistan are once again locked in a dangerous cycle of violence. A deadly militant attack in Karachi, claimed by a faction of the Pakistani Taliban, has triggered Pakistani cross-border strikes inside Afghanistan. While Kabul says 36 civilians were killed by Pakistan's attacks, Islamabad says it targeted militants. Kamran Yousaf has more from Islamabad.

Al Arabiya English

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· Jul 1, 2026

Why Is Pakistan Avoiding Escalation?

"Pakistan is DELIBERATELY NOT ESCALATING." Former Deputy EU Special Representative for Afghanistan Michael Semple analyzes how Pakistan's Middle East diplomacy is shaping its response to tensions with the Taliban. #Pakistan

Qatar News Agency

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· Jul 2, 2026

Libya, UN Discuss Latest Political and Security Developments

Tripoli, July 01 (QNA) - Libyan Presidential Council Deputy Abdullah Al Lafi and Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Libya Hanna Tetteh discussed today the latest political and security developments in Libya, including the Council's recent resolutions.

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jun 29, 2026

Saudi, Pakistani foreign ministers discuss regional security and U.S.-Iran talks

Riyadh, June 29 (SANA) Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar discussed regional security and ongoing diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran during a phone call on Sunday. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the ministers reviewed developments related to the []

Times of India

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· Jul 10, 2026

Pakistan launches crackdown after Balochistan attacks, claims 75 BLA militants killed

In a series of military operations in Balochistan province, Pakistan security forces took decisive action, leading to the death of seventy-five militants. This response came in the wake of fatal attacks on police and civilians blamed on the BLA. An earlier clash near Mangi Dam saw nine policemen and fifteen attackers dead. Prime Minister Sharif's visit to Quetta promised justice and financial compensation for the bereaved families.

Yemen News Agency - SABA

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· Jul 5, 2026

Ghalibaf: Commitment to Islamabad understandings & support for Resistance Front & Lebanon

Ghalibaf: Commitment to Islamabad understandings & support for Resistance Front & Lebanon

Voice of Nigeria

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· Jun 21, 2026

Egypt Hosts Regional Talks On Peace, Stability

Foreign ministers from Egypt, Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia met in Cairo on Sunday to discuss regional developments and issues relating to peace, security, and stability. The meeting comes amid ongoing regional efforts to support the implementation of a memorandum of understanding signed earlier this week by the United States and Iran to end their [] The post Egypt Hosts Regional Talks On Peace, Stability appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

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