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Iran appoints Mohsen Rezaei as new head of Supreme National Security Council amid US war.

Iran has named former IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaei secretary of its Supreme National Security Council, a key body that coordinates the country’s security and foreign policy amid the ongoing conflict with the United States.

Aug 10, 2026, 6:37 PM

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Third phase of Azad Jammu and Kashmir elections proceeds peacefully, PML-N likely to form government.

Aug 10, 2026

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Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan form defence pact similar to NATO’s Article 5, signalling Gulf shift beyond U.S. umbrella.

Aug 10, 2026

WorldAug 10, 2026

Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah felicitates Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar over Makkah Joint Defence Agreement.

Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah congratulated Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement. The pact links Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey in a collective security framework. The two leaders also discussed regional issues, including Occupied East Jerusalem, and pledged close engagement.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 10, 2026

British national killed by Pakistani security forces in Kashmir during protests of economic and electoral reform demands.

A 50‑year‑old British citizen was shot dead by Pakistani security forces in the disputed Kashmir region on June 9, amid clashes between authorities and protestors demanding reforms. The case highlights ongoing tensions and the risks faced by British nationals in the area.

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WorldAug 10, 2026

Third phase of Azad Jammu and Kashmir polls starts in Bagh and Haveli districts with 10,300 troops deployed.

Voting has begun in four constituencies of Bagh and Haveli districts during the third phase of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir elections. 10,300 troops have been deployed alongside regular police to safeguard 803 polling stations, most classified as sensitive or highly sensitive. The earlier phases gave the PML‑N 24 seats and PPP 10 seats.

Dawn

WorldAug 9, 2026

Pakistan faces internal governance crisis amid calls for devolution as border trade and security issues persist.

A debate ignited by a senior cabinet member highlights Pakistan’s need for stronger local governments, restored border trade and a balanced security strategy.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 9, 2026

Saudi‑Pakistan‑Turkiye defence pact expands, Iran views it as part of a post‑American security order.

A trilateral defence agreement signed in Mecca adds Turkey to existing Saudi‑Pakistan ties. Tehran says the pact signals a shift away from U.S. influence but does not presently threaten Iran.

Al Jazeera

WorldAug 9, 2026

Section 144 imposed on August 10 restricts movement in parts of South Waziristan and Tank amid security concerns.

Dawn reports that authorities in Lower South Waziristan, Upper South Waziristan and Tank have imposed Section 144 for August 10, curbing movement between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. and closing markets to address security concerns.

Dawn

WorldAug 9, 2026

Punjab police called to Azad Jammu and Kashmir for specific purpose, PPP president says.

The president of the PPP in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) claims that Punjab police were summoned to the region for a clear but undisclosed purpose. He questions the neutrality of the ongoing election process and stresses the need for transparent investigations.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 9, 2026

Pakistan to launch oil‑storage partnership with Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar, boosting energy security.

Pakistan’s petroleum minister announced plans for a bonded oil‑storage scheme with Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar that will secure crude supplies for the country.

Dawn

WorldAug 9, 2026

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey Sign Makkah Defence Pact, Cited as Purely Defensive and Not Targeted at Any Country.

The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, declares any armed attack on one of the three a collective threat, while maintaining their existing bilateral and multilateral commitments.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 9, 2026

Two tribal elders shot dead by unidentified armed men in Lower South Waziristan area.

Two elderly men of the Suleman Khel tribe were killed in a vehicle shoot‑out at Darozanda, Lower South Waziristan, on Sunday, after unidentified gunmen opened fire.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 9, 2026

15 terrorists killed in intelligence‑based operations across Balochistan under Operation Rad‑ul‑Fitna‑3 and recover a large quantity of weapons and ammunition.

Security forces in Pakistan’s Balochistan province eliminated 15 terrorists across eight districts in Operation Rad‑ul‑Fitna‑3, recovering vast stockpiles of weapons and ammunition and declaring their intent to continue the campaign.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 9, 2026

On‑duty cop martyred, another injured in Lakki Marwat attack following terrorist shooting near Saeedkhel graveyard.

Police say a constable was killed and another seriously wounded while on patrol near Saeedkhel graveyard in Lakki Marwat. The incident prompted a search operation and highlights rising attacks on security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Dawn

WorldAug 9, 2026

Karachi remains Pakistan’s economic engine but faces chronic water shortages and unfinished projects, according to.

Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city, is still a key economic hub yet struggles with water shortages and stalled infrastructure projects. The city supplies only about 650 million gallons of water daily while needing 1.2 billion gallons. Major water, transport, sewage, waste, and security projects remain incomplete or delayed, keeping the city low in global livability rankings.

Express Tribune

WorldAug 9, 2026

Trump’s Iran conflict fuels U.S. fuel price rise and shelves criticism of his war stance.

The war in Iran, promoted by the Trump administration as a necessary security measure, has pushed U.S. fuel prices higher, sparking a debate over the war’s domestic impact and congressional authority to authorize it.

Express Tribune

WorldAug 9, 2026

Pakistan’s counterterrorism operations rise as July sees record attacks, killing 205 militants while only five are arrested.

In July, Pakistan’s security forces launched a record number of counterterrorism operations, eliminating 205 militants but arresting only five. The year’s most attacks highlighted a deteriorating security situation, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.

Dawn

WorldAug 9, 2026

500 Poonch Medical College Students at Risk of Losing an Academic Year as Closure Persists Amid Protests.

Poonch Medical College in Azad Jammu and Kashmir has been closed for two months amid protests at a nearby sit‑in. Deputy Commissioner Syed Mumtaz Kazmi has called on local leaders to ensure the college reopens by Aug. 10 to safeguard the education of roughly 500 students and the registration of a proposed nursing college.

Dawn

WorldAug 8, 2026

AJK Election Commission to Hold Voting in Remaining Poonch Division Seats by Aug. 20-21, Says CEC.

Azad Jammu and Kashmir’s Chief Election Commissioner said polling in four Bagh and Haveli constituencies will begin on Monday, and the remaining seven Poonch division seats may be voted on Aug. 20 or 21.

Dawn