New EU negotiator, who previously helped free Taliban hostages, thought it was safe to book holiday during recess
When Hamish Falconer left his career as a Foreign Office diplomat for the hostile…
George Zurabashvili, Georgia's First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with a UK Foreign Office delegation, including Mark Clayton, Deputy Director at the Eastern Europe and Central Asia Directorate and a former UK ambassador to Georgia.
Pakistan's Foreign Office announced that the country is actively working to bring the United States and Iran back to the negotiating table. The goal is to revive the Islamabad MoU and facilitate dialogue between the two nations.
A Foreign Office has launched an evening shift for its consular services, allowing citizens to access facilities from 8 AM to 8 PM on weekdays. This initiative aims to improve accessibility for the public.
Pakistan's Foreign Office expressed disappointment with the European Union's GSP+ report, rejecting Amnesty claims and urging scrutiny of the Taliban regime.
Andy Burnham has become the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, making him the seventh leader in the past decade. He is expected to drop the digital ID plan to focus on living costs and will face significant economic and political challenges, including navigating his 'unelected' status and implementing his economic agenda.
The Foreign Office has appointed Alistair Burt as its first special envoy for British citizens detained overseas, a new role designed to provide diplomatic support in complex cases involving human rights violations and arbitrary detention.
Germany will continue to allow visa-free entry for short visits to citizens from 62 countries outside the European Union and Schengen Area in 2026, according to the German Federal Foreign Office.
England has secured its advance in the World Cup, with reports highlighting an 'English takeover' of Atlanta following a match win, while the Foreign Office issues warnings to traveling fans.
Pakistan's Foreign Office summoned the Afghan envoy and issued a strong demarche following a terrorist attack on a Rangers camp in Karachi. This action underscores Pakistan's condemnation of the incident.
The British ambassador to Bahrain is facing accusations of breaching Foreign Office rules after accepting an award from the Bahraini king, drawing criticism from rights activists and peers.
A Yale human rights investigator is set to tell MPs that the UK Foreign Office failed to act on warnings of genocide in Sudan due to pressure from the United Arab Emirates.
A new peace agreement between the United States and Iran has led to the lifting of the blockade on Iranian ports and a reduction in the threat level in the Strait of Hormuz. The deal has drawn criticism from Israel, which feels betrayed, while the business sector and some international observers welcome the de-escalation.
Pakistan's Foreign Office warned that any deliberate attempt by India to block water essential for Pakistan's survival and development would have 'far-reaching consequences' and be treated with utmost seriousness.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has cautioned its diaspora in the United Kingdom against interfering in Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir affairs, urging the British government to educate and warn those supporting proscribed organizations.
Pakistan's Foreign Office reiterated its clear position on the Abraham Accords, stating no policy shift, and also confirmed that 10 Pakistanis remain in the custody of Somali pirates, with contact established with the Somali government.
Peter Mandelson reportedly received sensitive security briefings from the Foreign Office and discussed matters with the head of MI6 before his vetting process for the US ambassador appointment was finalized, according to newly released files.
A former head of MI6 stated that it would have been 'totally impossible' for the Foreign Office to mitigate risks associated with Peter Mandelson's ties to senior figures in China, Russia, and Israel.
Pakistan's Foreign Office clarified that media reports 'misrepresented' Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s recent remarks to Deputy Prime Minister and FM Ishaq Dar concerning the Iran war, affirming the call was held with cordiality.
Pakistan's Foreign Office stressed the importance of diplomacy in its relations with India and expressed expectations for an Iran-US deal to materialize in the near future.
An unusual and deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship led to passenger isolation, medical airlifts, and an international investigation into its origins, particularly in Argentina. Health authorities are tracking potential spread, including to Europe and among flight passengers, due to the rare and concerning nature of the virus.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has strongly criticized a UK envoy's 'one-sided' remark, asserting that cross-border attacks and infiltration continue from Afghanistan.
Escalating tensions in the Middle East are causing a significant surge in jet fuel and gasoline prices globally. This increase is disrupting travel routes, raising concerns for European airlines' summer plans, and pushing US gasoline prices to their highest levels since the conflict began.
Cambodia has reached an agreement for the early repatriation of 54 Pakistani nationals who were previously detained, as confirmed by Pakistan's Foreign Office.
Former British Secret Intelligence Service head Richard Dearlove argues in an opinion piece that the Foreign Office should have intervened to prevent what he describes as Peter Mandelson's deeply flawed and potentially disastrous appointment.
German journalist Eva Maria Michelmann, missing for three months, is now believed to be imprisoned in Aleppo, prompting her family to urge the Foreign Office to secure her swift release.
The Mandelson Affair is causing significant pressure and scrutiny on the government, with internal perspectives from a Foreign Office civil servant potentially revealing more about the situation.
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing a significant challenge and a "judgment day" in the House of Commons regarding the vetting scandal involving Peter Mandelson. The controversy centers on Mandelson's past links to Jeffrey Epstein, leading to intense scrutiny and questions about Starmer's leadership.
European nations, led by France and the UK, are planning a multinational naval mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz. This initiative aims to ensure safe passage through the vital waterway, with Italy also expressing openness to contribute.
UK opposition leader Keir Starmer is facing calls for his resignation following new revelations linking Peter Mandelson to the Epstein scandal, which also led to a vetting row and the departure of top Foreign Office official Olly Robbins.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar departed from Islamabad for a one-day visit to China to hold in-depth discussions on regional developments, according to the Foreign Office.
Pakistan's Foreign Office rejected India’s concerns regarding the treatment of Pakistan’s Shia community, calling the remarks “cynical and diversionary” and an “exercise in deflection masquerading as concern.”
Pakistan's Foreign Office announced the conclusion of a temporary pause in Operation Ghazab lil-Haq against the Afghan Taliban, stating that the operation will continue until its objectives are achieved.
The UK Foreign Office summoned Iran's ambassador over 'reckless and destabilising actions' after two Iranians were accused of spying on the Jewish community, while reports emerge of an unknown group, possibly linked to Iran, attacking Jewish communities in Europe.
Pakistan's Foreign Office issued a statement rejecting comments made by Israel’s ambassador to India, calling them a “baseless characterisation” after a video clip of the ambassador circulated on social media.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has dismissed India's comments on its strikes against terrorist infrastructure in Afghanistan as 'baseless and unwarranted,' asserting that the operations were intelligence-based and targeted.
Pakistan's Foreign Office strongly condemned the continued closure of the historic Jama Masjid in Srinagar, occupied Kashmir, on the last Friday of Ramazan, urging the international community to take notice.
Documents released by the Cabinet Office reveal that former peer Peter Mandelson, sacked as US ambassador over links to Jeffrey Epstein, initially requested a £500,000 severance payment but was offered £75,000.
A British family of six, including Nusaybah Sattar, was reportedly stranded in the Middle East after being wrongly refused entry to an evacuation flight from Oman, despite holding tickets and UK passports.
The Foreign Office did not appear at an inquest concerning fake alcohol, raising questions about their involvement or lack thereof in the investigation.
ISLAMABAD: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) board of governors on Wednesday unanimously approved the agreement between the agency and Pakistan for the application of safeguards at Unit 5 of the Chashma nuclear power plant, according to the Foreign Office.
The statement from the FO was shared on the social media platform X by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
“This important development reflects the international community’s continued confidence in Pakistan’s c...
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The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel guidance for Cyprus following drone strikes on RAF Akrotiri, warning British nationals of a heightened risk of regional tension during the US-led war against Iran. “There is a heightened risk of regional tension. Escalation could lead to travel disruption and other unanticipated impacts. British nationals should take […]
Pakistan's Foreign Office has issued an advisory for its citizens living in the Middle East, activating a crisis cell and urging vigilance amidst regional developments.
Pakistan's Foreign Office warned the Afghan Taliban regime and terrorist groups that any further provocation would be met with a 'measured, decisive and befitting response', following a Pakistani operation.
The United Kingdom has paused the legal process of confirming the agreement to transfer control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, as discussions are ongoing with the United States.
Tributes are paid to Palmerston, the beloved former Chief Mouser of the Foreign Office, who passed away in Bermuda after taking on a unique semi-retired role.
The cat, who was named after a former prime minister, became a social media star. By the time of his death at about 12, he had more followers than many ambassadors have.
Pakistan on Monday strongly condemned Israel’s latest move to register large areas of the occupied West Bank as “state property”, calling on the international community to reject its actions, according to a statement by the Foreign Office (FO).
Al Jazeera reported on Sunday that the Israeli government had approved the proposal to claim large areas of the occupied territory as property of the state if Palestinians could not prove ownership, a move which prompted outcry from Palestinian group Hamas, the Palestinian presidency, and political analysts.
“Pakistan strongly condemns the latest attempt by the Israeli occupying power to convert areas of the Occupied West Bank into so-called state property, and to expand illegal settlement activities,” the statement said.
It pointed out that these steps clearly violated international law and relevant United Nations Security Council and General Assembly resolutions, stressing that they “must be rejected” by the international community.
“The occupying power’s continued disregard for international law and its provocative actions undermine the prospects for a just, comprehensive, and lasting peace in the region,” it added.
“Pakistan calls on the international community to take concrete measures to end Israeli impunity, and ensure respect for international law,” the statement said.
It once again reaffirmed full support for the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and for the establishment of an “independent, viable, and contiguous State of Palestine, based on pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital”.
Most Palestinian land is not formally registered because it is a long, complicated process that Israel stopped in 1967. Registration of land establishes permanent ownership. International law states an occupying power cannot confiscate land in occupied territories.
Palestinian group Hamas had condemned the decision on Sunday, calling it an attempt “to steal and Judaise lands in the occupied West Bank by registering them as so-called ‘state lands’”.
However, Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz described the move as an “essential security and governance measure designed to ensure control, enforcement, and full freedom of action for the state of Israel in the area”, according to the Jerusalem Post.
Palmerston, the beloved former chief mouser for the Foreign Office, has passed away in Bermuda, with tributes pouring in from figures like Larry the Cat.
An Italian shipping company has inaugurated a new ferry service connecting the coast near Rome to Annaba, Algeria, with two weekly sailings. The German Foreign Office has advised caution regarding travel to the region.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with his Jordanian counterpart to discuss the 'deteriorating situation in the occupied West Bank,' according to the Foreign Office.
Pakistan and Kuwait have established a defence partnership, with the Foreign Office hailing the accord as an important milestone in their bilateral ties. Kuwait's Foreign Minister commended the agreement.
The UK Home Office is reportedly blocking the evacuation of dozens of women and children from Gaza, despite the Foreign Office indicating readiness to facilitate their departure from the war-torn territory.
Keir Starmer officially resigned as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, expressing pride in his two years in office and wishing his successor, Andy Burnham, the best. He stated that the UK is now "stronger and fairer" as he departed Downing Street.
The British government plans to reduce direct development aid to some African countries by up to 90% over the next three years, as stated in a new annual report from the UK Foreign Office.
Olly Robbins, the former Foreign Office chief, has launched a legal challenge against his dismissal by Keir Starmer, claiming "irrational" reasons were given amidst a vetting scandal involving Peter Mandelson.
Germany's Foreign Office requested an 'urgent talk' with the Chinese ambassador following reports concerning the training of Russian soldiers in China.
Germany's Foreign Office has expanded its travel warning to cover all of Russia, citing increased drone attacks on cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg. The warning also cautions against the risk of arbitrary arrests by Russian authorities.
Olly Robbins, the former Foreign Office chief who lost his position due to the Peter Mandelson vetting scandal, is reportedly in discussions with Andy Burnham’s team regarding a comeback in a top security role.
Pakistan's Foreign Office stated that the Islamabad MoU and the Lucerne summit between the US and Iran reaffirm faith in dialogue and diplomacy. This comes amidst domestic challenges for Pakistan.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Dar has welcomed 'substantial progress' in negotiations between the US and Iran. A Foreign Office team will continue technical-level talks in Switzerland for the remainder of the week.
The Foreign Office has removed its 'do not travel' advice for Dubai, though it still describes the situation as unpredictable. This change comes after thousands of British citizens were left stranded in the Middle East when the US-Iran war erupted in early 2026.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has rejected Indian claims regarding Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), asserting that the situation in AJK is being addressed within a democratic and constitutional framework and urging a focus on the Kashmir issue.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has dismissed India's objections regarding the Gilgit-Baltistan polls, labeling the Indian remarks as baseless and politically motivated.
The Russian ambassador to the UK has been summoned by the Foreign Office following a drone crash into an apartment building in Romania. This incident has raised concerns and prompted diplomatic action.
India and Tunisia conducted their 6th round of Foreign Office Consultations in Tunis, aiming to enhance bilateral cooperation across various key sectors.
British tourists traveling to Mallorca this summer have received a warning from the Foreign Office about significant safety concerns, with potential fines up to 36,000 euros or eviction for non-compliance with rules.
Pakistan's Foreign Office spokesperson, Tahir Andrabi, expressed that Pakistan views the former Indian Army chief's backing of a 'window for dialogue' as a positive development.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has reaffirmed its commitment to dialogue and rejected international media reports on regional tensions as 'misleading, speculative, and disconnected from factual context'. This statement specifically addresses a CBS report.
Speculation about a potential US-Iran deal has elicited varied international responses, with Israel expressing concerns that it might not adequately address Tehran's nuclear threat. Conversely, Pakistan's Foreign Office voiced optimism that such a deal could bring peace to the region and the world.
Ahead of critical local elections in the UK, political analysis focuses on the potential impact on Keir Starmer and the Labour Party, with some reports highlighting challenges from other parties and specific candidates. The elections are seen as a significant test for the current political landscape.
Pakistan's Foreign Office rejected the UK envoy's "one-sided" remarks regarding cross-border attacks by the Afghan Taliban. Pakistan stated that Afghan cross-border attacks and terrorist infiltration continue despite its temporary ceasefire pause.
Following a drone strike on a fuel depot, the German Foreign Office has issued a travel warning for Dubai, citing the fragile situation in the Middle East and disrupted flight connections.
Labour leader Keir Starmer faced significant pressure and a potential challenge from MPs over the vetting process for Peter Mandelson's appointment. Concerns were raised by a former FCDO chief regarding Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein, leading to a 'serious error of judgment' admission from a key aide.
The German Foreign Office has successfully established contact with journalist Eva Maria Michelmann, who had been missing in Syria for approximately three months. She is now receiving consular support
Pakistan's Foreign Office strongly rejected India's "baseless propaganda" and "false narrative" that attempted to link Pakistan to the recent Pahalgam attack.
A union boss claims that Keir Starmer has sent a "chill" through the civil service, following the sacking of Sir Olly Robbins, the lead civil servant at the Foreign Office. The incident has raised concerns about political influence within the civil service.
A scandal surrounding the vetting and appointment of Peter Mandelson has intensified following testimony from former top UK official Olly Robbins. His account revealed a 'dismissive attitude' from No 10 and has increased pressure on Keir Starmer.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing intense political pressure and scrutiny over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as a special envoy, particularly concerning the vetting process and Mandelson's past links to Jeffrey Epstein. Starmer has admitted mistakes, and his government is accused of pressuring officials regarding the appointment, putting his leadership at risk.
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing intense pressure and calls for his resignation due to a hidden vetting failure concerning Peter Mandelson's appointment and his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The controversy has led to a significant political challenge for Starmer, with some ministers defending him while others demand answers.
Montenegro will host a ministerial meeting in Budva on Tuesday, where Minister of Public Administration Maraš Dukaj and Michael Reiffenstuel, Director for Western Balkans at the German Federal Foreign Office, will deliver opening remarks.
A Foreign Office spokesperson clarified that Pakistan's visa-on-arrival facility is limited to delegates from the US and Iran, as well as journalists. This statement aimed to clear up any misconceptions regarding the policy.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has refuted what it calls 'misleading' commentary surrounding the repayment of a loan from the UAE. Islamabad clarified that the repayment is a routine procedure conducted under bilateral terms.
Russia has expelled a British diplomat, accusing them of espionage, a charge Britain vehemently rejected as 'complete nonsense'. The UK also accused the Kremlin of orchestrating an intimidation campaign against its embassy staff, following earlier criticism from the British Foreign Office regarding the expulsion.
India and Tunisia have conducted their 6th round of Foreign Office Consultations in Tunis, focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation across key sectors.
Pakistan's Foreign Office criticized Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar's 'undiplomatic' remarks on Pakistan's diplomacy, calling them 'megaphone theatrics' that betray frustration.
A drone strike has hit a fuel depot, prompting the German Foreign Office to issue a travel warning for Dubai amidst a fragile situation in the Middle East.
Pakistan's Foreign Office denounced as 'baseless' comments made by the Israeli envoy to India regarding Pakistan's nuclear weapons, following a viral clip of the ambassador's remarks.
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The Norwegian parliament has voted unanimously to appoint an independent investigative commission to look into connections between its foreign office and the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Speaking before the vote on Tuesday, the prime minister, Jonas Gahr Støre, paid tribute to Epstein’s victims and said that the files released by the US Department of J...
ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office (FO) on Thursday acknowledged that Pakistan was engaging with Beijing on the issue of the recent Pakistan-Afghanistan border hostilities.
During his weekly briefing, spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said that Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar had recently held a phone call with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, adding that Islamabad and Beijing “cherish a long-standing strategic partnership, founded in mutual trust and deep respect”.
“We [Pakistan an...
The German Foreign Office has described the situation in Syria as "volatile," with only slight improvements compared to the previous year, according to a confidential assessment. The German government is reportedly pushing for deportations despite the ongoing instability.
The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel warning for Cyprus, stating that terrorist attacks cannot be ruled out and regional escalation poses significant security risks and travel disruption.
The Foreign Office (FO) said on Thursday that the agreement between India and Canada for uranium supply represented “yet another country-specific exception in the field of civil nuclear cooperation”.
On Monday, India and Canada reached a string of agreements, including on critical mineral cooperation and a “landmark” uranium supply deal for nuclear power.
“In civil nuclear energy, we have struck a landmark deal for long-term uranium supply,” Modi said, adding the countries would also work tog...
The UK Foreign Office has issued a warning advising British citizens to avoid travel to 76 countries, though the specific reasons are not detailed in the headline.
The Foreign Office (FO) on Sunday issued an advisory on the situation in the Middle East and the Persian Gulf, saying it had activated its crisis management unit (CMU) to “closely monitor the…
Pakistan's Foreign Office stated that recent strikes against Afghanistan were carried out to ensure the safety of Pakistani citizens and prevent imminent terrorist attacks.
Germany's Foreign Office has urged German citizens in Israel and Lebanon to take safety precautions and stock up on supplies due to concerns about a potential US attack on Iran.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday will depart on a two-day official visit to Doha, where he will meet the Qatari emir, the Foreign Office (FO) said.
The visit is being undertaken at the invitation of Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the FO said in a press release.
During his visit, PM Shehbaz will hold a bilateral meeting with Sheikh Tamim, “covering the entire spectrum of bilateral relations, including political engagement, economic collaboration, energy partnership, and p...
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will visit New York on February 18 to participate in a high-level United Nations Security Council (UNSC) briefing on the situation in Palestine, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Tuesday.
In a statement, the FO said that the meeting will be chaired by the United Kingdom’s foreign secretary as president of the UNSC.
The statement said that during the briefing, Dar will reaffirm Pakistan’s “principled and consistent position on Palestine”.
“He will reiterate Pakistan’s strong opposition of Israel’s recent illegal decisions to expand its control over the West Bank, emphasise the need for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, full implementation of Security Council resolution 2803, scaled-up humanitarian assistance, and the early commencement of Gaza’s recovery and reconstruction,” the statement said.
“The deputy prime minister will also underscore Pakistan’s continued engagement with international and regional partners, including the group of eight Arab and Islamic countries and the United States, in support of a just and lasting peace, anchored in international law, leading to the realisation of the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent, sovereign and contiguous Palestinian State based on pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital,” the statement added.
Separately, on the margins of the visit, Dar will hold bilateral meetings with counterparts to discuss matters of mutual interest, it concluded.
The development comes as the foreign ministers of eight Muslim nations, including Pakistan, condemned the Israeli move to claim land in the occupied West Bank as “state property”.
It should be mentioned that the same eight countries had worked with US President Donald Trump’s administration on a plan last year on a plan to end Israel’s genocide and invasion in Gaza.
On Monday, Pakistan had released a separate statement condemning the Israeli move, calling on the international community to reject its actions.
Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal is set to attend the oath-taking ceremony of Bangladesh’s Prime Minister-elect Tarique Rahman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), who won a landslide victory in last week’s elections, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Monday.
The election was the first since a deadly 2024 uprising ousted the iron-fisted rule of Sheikh Hasina. Rahman is a scion of one of Bangladesh’s most powerful political dynasties.
In a statement issued today, the FO said that Iqbal will represent Pakistan at the oath-taking ceremony, scheduled to be held on February 17 in Dhaka.
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Pakistan's Foreign Office criticized India's comments on the elections in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), stating that India lacks the standing or moral authority to comment on the process.
Labour veteran Ed Miliband is reportedly enthusiastic about his role in the Foreign Office, relishing challenges such as navigating EU relations, the climate crisis, and the situation in Gaza.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has strongly condemned statements made by Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh regarding Kashmir, indicating ongoing diplomatic tensions over the region.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has condemned remarks made by an Indian minister regarding Kashmir, warning India against any 'adventurism' and emphasizing Pakistan's resolve to thwart such actions. Defense Minister Asif also rejected the Indian minister's statements.
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand arrived in Islamabad on Monday, where she was received by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar at the Foreign Office. Visuals of their meeting were shared by state-run PTV.
Pakistan on Friday chaired and hosted the 12th meeting of the Heads of Border Services of the Competent Authorities of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), the Foreign Office (FO) said.
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Sir Olly Robbins, a former Foreign Office boss, has initiated a legal challenge after being dismissed by Keir Starmer following the Peter Mandelson scandal, where Mandelson reportedly failed crucial security checks for a US ambassador role.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is scheduled to visit Iran and Turkiye from July 3-5, as confirmed by the Foreign Office. The trip aims to strengthen bilateral relations with both countries.
The Afghan envoy has been demarched following a terrorist attack in Karachi, with Pakistan's Foreign Office protesting the alleged use of Afghan soil for cross-border terrorism.
Pakistan's Foreign Office expects technical talks to resume and hopes Hormuz tensions will ease, linking trade prospects with Iran to sanctions relief.
Pakistan's Foreign Office stated that the Islamabad MoU and Switzerland talks reinforce faith in dialogue and diplomacy, as Pakistan seeks assistance from friendly countries, international organizations, and NGOs for the release of hostages.
The UK Foreign Office has lifted its 'do not travel' advisory for Dubai, citing a calming of the situation in the Middle East. However, the office still describes the situation as unpredictable.
Pakistan's Foreign Office has denied reports of sharing intelligence regarding Iran's nuclear program with the US during a meeting between Dar and Rubio.
The German Foreign Office explicitly advised the AfD against certain foreign trips, stating that such travel runs "counter to German interests," amidst other national developments.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has arrived in Washington to meet with US Secretary of State and National Security Adviser Marco Rubio, according to the Foreign Office.
Pakistan's Foreign Office expressed caution regarding calls for dialogue with India, stating that it would await an official reaction before proceeding.
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Reports surfaced claiming that Pakistan allowed Iran to park its military aircraft on Pakistani airbases to shield them from potential US strikes. Pakistan's Foreign Office vehemently denied these allegations, calling them speculative, misleading, and sensationalized.
Keir Starmer has written to civil servants, urging them to speak 'truth to power' following tensions arising from the sacking of former Foreign Office boss Sir Olly Robbins and a vetting dispute.
Cross-party Members of Parliament have expressed alarm over the closure of the Foreign Office’s international humanitarian law unit, warning that the cuts will impair the UK's ability to monitor legal violations and arms exports.
Pakistan's Foreign Office announced it is in contact with the Somali government concerning a hostage crisis involving Pakistani sailors aboard an oil tanker hijacked by pirates last week near the Somali coast.
Georgia's Foreign Ministry and ruling party officials are insisting that Germany update the country's profile on the Federal Foreign Office website to reflect incumbent government representatives.
UK Prime Minister Starmer is facing a potential parliamentary investigation concerning the vetting process of Mandelson, amid reports that a top official felt pressure for a rapid outcome. This development, coupled with an upcoming critical vote, poses a significant challenge to his premiership.
The UK Foreign Office has closed a unit responsible for tracking potential breaches of international law by Israel, leading to concerns about losing access to a crucial database.
Olly Robbins’ meeting with Collard resulted in Mandelson’s security clearance which is now under intense scrutiny
His name was only mentioned twice – and the meeting he had with Olly Robbins may have…
A union boss claims that Keir Starmer has sent a 'chill' through the civil service, following the sacking of Sir Olly Robbins, the lead civil servant at the Foreign Office, by the prime minister.
Rector Đokić's visit to Brussels to discuss university matters has drawn criticism from Serbian officials, including PM Macut and Vučević. They emphasized that university independence does not entail taking disputes outside Serbia or lobbying against national interests.
North Korea conducted multiple ballistic missile tests, which state media reported were overseen by leader Kim Jong Un. The launches included improved missiles with cluster warheads and drew international condemnation.
Sir Keir and a senior Foreign Office official are expected to face questioning from Members of Parliament next week concerning the ongoing 'Mandelson saga'.
Top civil servant Olly Robbins, who had returned to Whitehall from the private sector with a focus on cost-cutting, has exited, further deepening turmoil within the UK Foreign Office.
India and Germany are enhancing cooperation in defense, renewable energy, and technology, following foreign office consultations in Berlin amidst current geopolitical tensions.
The Foreign Office said on Monday that the peace process is “ongoing” but declined to confirm or deny reports that Pakistan has proposed a framework to end the US-Israel war on Iran, according to…
Pakistan's Foreign Office has confirmed ongoing negotiations with the Afghan Taliban in China, where Pakistan is demanding concrete efforts from the Taliban regime to address terrorism concerns.
Russia has expelled a British diplomat following spying allegations, prompting the UK Foreign Office to accuse Russia of an "aggressive and co-ordinated campaign of harassment against British diplomats."
Pakistan's Foreign Office asserts that India's External Affairs Minister Jaishankar's "crude remarks" are driven by frustration, while the Indian opposition criticizes the Modi government over Pakistan's increasing diplomatic relevance.
The Foreign Office (FO) on Wednesday condemned the awarding of a life imprisonment sentence to prominent Kashmiri leader Asiya Andrabi, as well as the 30-year prison sentences awarded to her…
Pakistan's Foreign Office has rejected claims made by the US Director of National Intelligence, with former caretaker foreign minister Jalil Abbas Jilani also dismissing Gabbard's statement.
The Foreign Office (FO) on Wednesday rejected the “baseless, misleading, and unwarranted statement” issued by India’s Ministry of External Affairs on Pakistan’s action against terrorist…
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Pakistan's Foreign Office has rejected India's statement criticizing its cross-border actions in Afghanistan, labeling it as 'absurd, unwarranted' and 'shamefully hypocritical'. A spokesperson stated that India has long supported terrorist groups operating from Afghan territory.
A senior British diplomat of Indian origin has resigned, citing the Foreign Office's 'woke' culture and an overemphasis on international law at the expense of national security, specifically mentioning the handling of the Chagos Islands.
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar disclosed on Tuesday that Pakistan’s diplomatic intervention helped deter heavier Iranian strikes on Saudi Arabia, amid ongoing missile and drone barrages targeting US military bases and allied facilities across the Gulf
Speaking at a media briefing at the Foreign Office, Mr Dar said “The position in KSA is relatively stable.”
Hours earlier, he made similar remarks while speaking in the Senate.
“We have a strategic mutual def...
About 76,000 nationals thought to be in the region as tensions rise after US-Israeli attacks on Iranian regime
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The Foreign Office is drawing up plans to…
The United Kingdom has temporarily withdrawn its diplomatic staff from Iran due to the security situation, while still advising its citizens not to travel to the country, the Foreign Office announced...
Britain clarified it has not paused the ratification of a deal to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius. While discussions with the US continue, a foreign office spokesperson stated no deadline exists and timings will be announced normally. This comes after US President Trump criticized the deal, which preserves US operations on Diego Garcia through a 99-year lease.
The German journalists' union has urged the Foreign Office to summon Turkey's ambassador after DW reporter Alican Uludag was arrested and placed in pretrial detention over a post critical of Turkey's government.
Pakistan's Foreign Office spokesperson stated that Islamabad cannot tolerate its citizens being killed 'incessantly, mercilessly,' and has issued a demarche to the Afghan envoy, urging action against terror outfits.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif began his two-day visit to Austria on Monday, during which he will hold bilateral meetings and delegation-level talks, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said.
The premier arrived in Vienna for the two-day visit on Sunday, at the invitation of Austria’s Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker.
As per a PMO statement, PM Shehbaz arrived at the Austrian Chancellery today, where he was presented with a guard of honour and welcomed by Stocker.
The statement said that the national anthems of both countries were played at the arrival, and both leaders “introduced their respective delegations to each other before proceeding for tête-à-tête and the delegation-level talks, wherein both sides will take stock of the entire gamut of bilateral relations”.
PM Shehbaz also penned his remarks in the guest book at the Chancellery.
The premier is accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and one of his aides, Tariq Fatemi, during the two-day visit.
This visit marks 70 years of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
In its statement issued on Sunday, the Foreign Office (FO) noted that the trip marked “the first visit by a Pakistani prime minister to Austria in over three decades, the last having been undertaken by the then-prime minister Nawaz Sharif in 1992”.
Palmerston, the former chief mouser for the Foreign Office, has died in Bermuda, with tributes pouring in from across Westminster, including from No 10's Larry the Cat.