TODAY’S PAPER | April 14, 2026 | EPAPER

Last-minute 'hiccup' resulted in breakdown of Pakistan-mediated US-Iran talks, say sources

Trump says Iran reached out 'this morning', wants a deal
Pakistan's envoy says ties with US not merely optional but necessity for present, future
China says Islamabad US-Iran talks a step towards de-escalation, hopes ceasefire holds
Fitch retains Pakistan's rating at B-

Canadian PM hails Pakistan's peace efforts in call with PM Shehbaz

Both leaders also exchange views on bilateral relations, express desire to enhance cooperation

Pakistan's envoy says ties with US not merely optional but necessity for present, future

Ambassador thanks US, Iran for their strong expression of confidence in Pakistan

Japanese PM praises Pakistan’s role in facilitating US–Iran talks in Islamabad

In a telephone conversation, both PMs express desire to deepen bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Japan

China says Islamabad US-Iran talks a step towards de-escalation, hopes ceasefire holds

Foreign ministry spokesman says all parties need to remain calm and exercise restraint

Police officer martyred, four injured in attack on polio team in K-P

CM Afridi, Governor Kundi condemn the attack, calling it a cowardly act, vowing full support and best medical care

Chinese FM Wang Yi felicitates Dar over peace efforts

Both leaders discuss Pak–China five-point peace initiative aimed at facilitating peaceful resolution of issues

Next round of US-Iran talks expected soon, says Khawaja Asif

Says there is sense of satisfaction after first round of talks, with no negative developments reported so far

Rs200m worth of liquor seized in joint maritime operation

Intercepts stateless vessel carrying large quantity of illicit liquor intended for unlawful distribution

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