The situation in Israeli prisons, particularly concerning Palestinian detainees, has been a longstanding issue of concern for various human rights organizations. Reports often highlight allegations of poor living conditions, lack of adequate medical care, and instances of mistreatment or abuse. These claims are frequently contested by Israeli authorities, who argue that they adhere to international standards and that security measures …

Secretary Privatisation Jawad Paul informed the committee that $4.3m had been paid to the financial adviser Ernst & Young (E&Y) out of a total fee of $6.8m, representing 63 per cent of the agreed payment. The remaining $2.5m will be paid upon the completion of the transaction. The secretary also informed the committee that the Privatisation Commission had carried out …

Pakistan and Uzbekistan have strengthened ties through trade and economic cooperation. A $1 billion trade deal was signed in 2023, and plans for further collaboration, including a roadmap for industrial cooperation, show the two sides’ commitment to boosting regional connectivity. The prime minister had arrived in Tashkent yesterday evening, after concluding a two-day official visit to Azerbaijan, where it was …

Israel has agreed to release Palestinian prisoners who were due to be freed last week in exchange for the bodies of four Israeli hostages, Egyptian state-linked media reported, as Washington’s top Middle East envoy said talks for a second phase of a Gaza ceasefire deal remained on track, AFP reports. Hamas late on Tuesday confirmed the release agreement, negotiated under …

Pakistan’s loss to India has left fans and former players wondering it their team can ever match their rivals in an ICC event. Gloom and demands for wholesale changes have engulfed cricket-crazy Pakistan after the hosts crashed out of the Champions Trophy in the group stage, barely a week into celebrating the return of a major tournament. The titleholders lost …