Web archive - May 13, 2021

World

US objects to UN meeting on Israel, Gaza on Friday

The United States, a close ally of Israel, cited diplomatic efforts as the reason for the objection

World

Muslims mark Eid with masks and prayers amid Covid and conflict

Covid-hit countries, including Pakistan, India, Malaysia & Indonesia imposed curbs, shut shops & even some mosques

World

At least 12 killed in explosion at Kabul mosque during Friday prayer

Taliban condemn attack; no immediate claim of responsibility

Pakistan

PM Imran telephones Palestinian president, condemns Israeli atrocities

PM Khan, President Alvi assure Mahmoud Abbas of mobilising int’l community to stop rights violations in Jerusalem

Pakistan

Time to end this human tragedy and resolve Kashmir issue: COAS

On this Eid we must not forget valiant struggle of brave Kashmiris, says Gen Qamar while visiting troops along LoC

Pakistan

After moon controversy, Mufti Muneeb urges nation to observe 'Qaza Roza'

Ex-chairman RHC says he cried all night over the ‘controversial’ decision to declare Eid on Thursday

World

Israel has right to self-defence: Biden

'I had a conversation with Bibi Netanyahu not too long ago,' the US President Joe Biden told reporters

Pakistan, World

PM Boris Johnson honours four Pakistanis on Eid for their humanitarian services in UK

The initiative aims to continue providing nutritious meals whilst the nation recovers from Covid-19

World

China backs talks on intellectual property waiver for COVID vaccines

Drugmakers and some other governments opposed the idea, saying it will not solve global inoculation shortages

Pakistan

President Alvi, PM Imran urge nation to strictly comply with Covid-19 SOPs on Eid

Both leaders also urge masses to show compassion towards the poor while celebrating the festival