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Iran Port Explosion: Death Toll Climbs to 28, Hundreds Injured at Bandar Abbas
Deadly explosion at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port kills 28, injures 700; cause linked to chemical storage, fire ongoing.
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Deadly explosion at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port kills 28, injures 700; cause linked to chemical storage, fire ongoing.
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Pakistani minister condemns attack on London High Commission, blames India; vows continued fight against terrorism.

Pakistan Senate rejects India’s attempt to link Pakistan to the Pahalgam attack, reaffirming its commitment to sovereignty, peace, and regional stability.
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Pakistan slams India’s Indus Waters Treaty suspension as “water warfare” amid rising Kashmir tensions and NSC meeting.
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World Bank projects Pakistan’s economy to grow 2.7% in FY2025 amid easing inflation and improved financial conditions.
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India blames Pakistan after deadly Pahalgam attack kills 26; suspends Indus Waters Treaty, escalating regional tensions.
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HEMS 2025 in Lahore sees 200+ Chinese firms sign $375M deals, boosting Pakistan-China ties in health, minerals sectors.
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EU-Pakistan Business Forum to boost trade ties, launch new network, and unveil investment projects in key sectors.
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India downgrades ties with Pakistan after deadly Pahalgam attack; Shehbaz convenes NSC meeting to plan response.
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Pakistan and Russia vow to boost anti-terror cooperation amid rising threats from Afghanistan and regional militancy.