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Express Tribune
5 days ago
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- Express Tribune
PM directs authorities to ensure security during Muharram
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting of the Federal Cabinet in Parliament House Islamabad on June 26. Photo: PTV Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to ensure strict law and order during Muharram-ul-Haram processions and majalis across the country. While chairing the federal cabinet meeting in Islamabad on Thursday, Shehbaz Sharif instructed the Interior Minister to coordinate with provincial governments, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir to maintain peace and security throughout the month. The premier praised the government's economic team, especially Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, for their dedication in preparing Pakistan's federal budget for the fiscal year 2025-26. He also expressed gratitude to the federal cabinet and allied political parties for their collective support in finalising the budget. Speaking about the Middle East conflict, Sharif highlighted the recent ceasefire between Israel and Iran, calling it a crucial step towards preventing further escalation in the region. He thanked God for the peaceful resolution and recognised the role of several countries, including Saudi Arabia, in facilitating the ceasefire. "حالیہ ایران اسرائیل جنگ میں پاکستان کا جو کردار رہا اور جنگ بندی کے لئے عالمی سطح پر رابطے کیے اس پر ایران نے پاکستان کی سیاسی و عسکری قیادت اور عوام کا کھلے انداز میں شکریہ ادا کیا۔" ~ وزیراعظم محمد شہباز شریف کی کابینہ اجلاس میں ابتدائی گفتگو — Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) June 26, 2025 Shehbaz further noted that Iran had expressed appreciation for Pakistan's role in the ceasefire. 'The Iranian leadership specifically named the President of Pakistan—myself, and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir—for their contribution to the ceasefire efforts,' he said. Regarding Iran's attack on Qatar, he reiterated Pakistan's condemnation and reaffirmed the country's strong ties with Qatar. "جنوبی وزیرستان میں میجر معیز اور لانس نائیک جبران نے فتنہ الخوارج کو کاری ضربیں لگائی اور جام شہادت نوش کیا، دہشتگردی کے خلاف جنگ میں عظیم قربانیاں دی جا رہی ہیں یہ جنگ بھی جیتیں گے۔" ~ وزیراعظم محمد شہباز شریف کی کابینہ اجلاس میں ابتدائی گفتگو — Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) June 26, 2025 Earlier, the Cabinet offered Fateha (prayers) for Major Moiz Abbas Shah Shaheed, who embraced martyrdom during an operation against terrorists in South Waziristan. Meanwhile, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also chaired a high-level meeting at the Ministry of Interior on Thursday to review the nationwide security plan for Muharram. The meeting assessed the security arrangements for all provinces, including Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Islamabad, in preparation for the upcoming religious observances, according to a statement from the Press Information Department (PID). The government has decided to launch a crackdown on elements spreading religious hatred on social media during Muharram. "Strict legal action will be taken against those involved," said Naqvi, emphasising the need for a comprehensive strategy to curb hate content on electronic and social media platforms. Recommendations will be sent to the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) to monitor and prevent the spread of hate speech, the statement added. The statement also mentioned that the meeting discussed the possibility of suspending internet or mobile phone services in certain areas if the security situation deteriorates. Naqvi assured that such decisions would be made in consultation with the relevant provincial authorities and based on ground realities and security concerns. 'The Federal Government will extend full support to all provinces, Azad Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan to maintain law and order,' Naqvi affirmed. He stressed that no one would be allowed to incite violence or disrupt peace during Muharram. The meeting agreed on the use of modern technology to monitor Muharram processions and gatherings. The Interior Minister instructed that strict enforcement of the Muharram code of conduct would be ensured, the statement concluded. Top officials, including the IGPs and Home Secretaries of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, Balochistan, Azad Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan, briefed Naqvi on their respective security plans. The meeting also included participation from law enforcement agencies, including Rangers, police, and the Ministry of Interior.
Al Bawaba
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
Islamabad freezes all bilateral ties with India
ALBAWABA- In a dramatic escalation of regional tensions, Pakistan has launched a series of sweeping countermeasures against India in response to what it called "unilateral and illegal" actions following the deadly Pahalgam attack in occupied Kashmir. The decisions were announced after Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting of the National Security Committee in Islamabad, which focused on India's recent provocations and growing regional instability. وزیرِ اعظم محمد شہباز شریف کی زیرِ صدارت نیشنل سیکیورٹی کمیٹی کا اہم اجلاس وزیرِ اعظم ہاؤس اسلام آباد میں شروع، اجلاس میں اعلی سول و عسکری قیادت کی شرکت — Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) April 24, 2025 The committee strongly reaffirmed Pakistan's support for the Kashmiri people's right to self-determination and denounced India's growing aggression, particularly its threats to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty. Pakistan declared that it will not tolerate any attempt to violate the treaty, describing it as a binding international agreement and warning that interference with water flow would be interpreted as a hostile act. In a decisive shift, Pakistan announced the freezing of all bilateral agreements with India, including the Simla and Karachi Agreements, as well as prisoner exchange deals and accords related to weapons testing. These moves are part of a broader strategy to protest what Pakistan views as India's continued support for terrorism and its defiance of UN resolutions on Kashmir. Tensions spilled over into diplomatic channels as well, with Pakistan ordering the expulsion of Indian military attachés and mandating a reduction of Indian embassy staff to just 30 diplomats by April 30. Simultaneously, Islamabad suspended Indian visas, except Sikh pilgrims, who were given 48 hours to exit the country. Trade between the two nations has also been halted, including exchanges conducted through third countries, while Pakistani airspace has been closed to Indian aircraft. Also Read Death toll in deadly Kashmir attack rises: 26 killed, 12 injured On the ground, the Wagah border crossing has been sealed to all non-permit holders, effective immediately. These developments come amid a broader regional backdrop, including India's expulsion of a senior Pakistani diplomat and growing fears of escalation following the Kashmir attack. Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister issued a stark warning during the press conference, cautioning India against further aggression: 'Anyone who dares to act foolishly should prepare for a crushing response—one far more severe than anything they've faced before.'
