Pakistan President Arif Alvi has said that Prime Minister Imran Khan's change of statements on Kashmir was 'not a u-turn' and a leader must change their stance as per the situation.

Pak Prez Alvi: Imran Khan's change of statements on Kashmir 'not a u-turn'

In remarks that may worsen the already-strained ties between Islamabad and Paris, Pakistan President Arif Alvi on Sunday asked the political leadership of France "not to entrench the discriminatory attitudes against Muslims into laws", warning that such steps would lead to serious repercussions in the shape of hatred and conflict.

The president`s statement came in reference to an anti-radicalism bill passed by the French parliament`s lower house on Tuesday with an overwhelming majority that would strengthen oversight of mosques, Radio Pakistan tweeted.

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"You [France] need to bring people together and not to stamp a religion in a certain manner to create disharmony and bias," Alvi told an international conference on religious freedom and minorities rights, according to The Express Tribune.

Alvi also stated that the French legislation was not in line with the United Nations Charter and contradicted the spirit of social harmony that Europe previously instilled in its society."Let there not be a retrogressive step for situations which arise out of animosity and for situations which are carried forward by the people who do not know about the real Islam," he said.

He warned that such a move would ultimately end up in a terrible scenario of hatred and hostility, The Express Tribune reported.

To label the entire religion in a different manner and to start taking precautions against an entire community sparks fears that will have very bad repercussions in the next 10 years, if not now, the Pakistan president said.

The Bill titled: "Supporting respect for the principles of the Republic" was passed by the French lower house on Tuesday. It aims to strengthen oversight of mosques, schools and sports clubs to safeguard France from radical Islamists and to promote respect for French values.

The relations between France and Pakistan deteriorated last year after Pakistani leadership attacked the French government and President Emmanuel Macron for not condemning Prophet Muhammed`s caricatures.

Last month, French President Emmanuel Macron`s top advisor, Emmanuel Bonne said that the relations between France and Pakistan are at a `historic low` amid a spat of terror attacks in the former nation.

"During this crisis, after the campaign against us, our relations with Pakistan probably are at a historic low. This is not exactly what we want, we assume it because our priorities and language are clear," he said during an event in New Delhi.

Last year after a gruesome killing of French teacher Samuel Paty near Paris, French President Macron defended the right of French magazine Charlie Hebdo to publish caricatures of the prophet.

Macron paid tribute to Paty, calling him a "quiet hero" dedicated to instilling the democratic values of the French Republic in his pupils.In a subsequent terror attack, a knife-wielding attacker killed three people at a church in the French city of Nice on October 29.

Following the brutal religiously-motivated attacks, Macron vowed to ramp up the fight against radical Islamism and terrorism, following which Turkey and Pakistan criticised his remarks. Macron`s remarks did not go well with Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who slammed the French President, saying that he has "chosen to deliberately provoke Muslims".

Taking to Twitter, Khan had said, "Hallmark of a leader is he unites human beings, as Mandela did, rather than dividing them. This is a time when President Macron could have put healing touch and denied space to extremists rather than creating further polarisation and marginalisation that inevitably leads to radicalisation."

Protests erupted in many Muslims countries including Pakistan. Thousands of people rallied against France`s position on publishing cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad.

Activists from the far-right Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan TLP party took to the streets, calling for the Pakistani government to sever diplomatic and trade ties with France.

In October, the Pakistan National Assembly unanimously passed a resolution condemning the publication of blasphemous caricatures in France and the "resurgence of Islamophobic acts" in some countries after a noisy session that witnessed the government and opposition delivering fiery speeches against each other.

In remarks that may worsen the already-strained ties between Islamabad and Paris, Pakistan President Arif Alvi on Sunday asked the political leadership of France "not to entrench the discriminatory attitudes against Muslims into laws", warning that such steps would lead to serious repercussions in the shape of hatred and conflict.

In remarks that may worsen the already-strained ties between Islamabad and Paris, Pakistan President Arif Alvi on Sunday asked the political leadership of France "not to entrench the discriminatory attitudes against Muslims into laws", warning that such steps would lead to serious repercussions in the shape of hatred and conflict. The president`s statement came in reference to an anti-radicalism bill passed by the French parliament`s lower house on Tuesday with an overwhelming majority that would strengthen oversight of mosques, Radio Pakistan tweeted. "You [France] need to bring people together and not to stamp a religion in a certain manner to create disharmony and bias," Alvi told an international conference on religious freedom and minorities rights, according to The Express Tribune. Alvi also stated that the French legislation was not in line with the United Nations Charter and contradicted the spirit of social harmony that Europe previously instilled in its society."Let there not be a retrogressive step for situations which arise out of animosity and for situations which are carried forward by the people who do not know about the real Islam," he said. He warned that such a move would ultimately end up in a terrible scenario of hatred and hostility, The Express Tribune reported. To label the entire religion in a different manner and to start taking precautions against an entire community sparks fears that will have very bad repercussions in the next 10 years, if not now, the Pakistan president said. The Bill titled: "Supporting respect for the principles of the Republic" was passed by the French lower house on Tuesday. It aims to strengthen oversight of mosques, schools and sports clubs to safeguard France from radical Islamists and to promote respect for French values. The relations between France and Pakistan deteriorated last year after Pakistani leadership attacked the French government and President Emmanuel Macron for not condemning Prophet Muhammed`s caricatures. Last month, French President Emmanuel Macron`s top advisor, Emmanuel Bonne said that the relations between France and Pakistan are at a `historic low` amid a spat of terror attacks in the former nation. "During this crisis, after the campaign against us, our relations with Pakistan probably are at a historic low. This is not exactly what we want, we assume it because our priorities and language are clear," he said during an event in New Delhi. Last year after a gruesome killing of French teacher Samuel Paty near Paris, French President Macron defended the right of French magazine Charlie Hebdo to publish caricatures of the prophet. Macron paid tribute to Paty, calling him a "quiet hero" dedicated to instilling the democratic values of the French Republic in his pupils.In a subsequent terror attack, a knife-wielding attacker killed three people at a church in the French city of Nice on October 29. Following the brutal religiously-motivated attacks, Macron vowed to ramp up the fight against radical Islamism and terrorism, following which Turkey and Pakistan criticised his remarks. Macron`s remarks did not go well with Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who slammed the French President, saying that he has "chosen to deliberately provoke Muslims". Taking to Twitter, Khan had said, "Hallmark of a leader is he unites human beings, as Mandela did, rather than dividing them. This is a time when President Macron could have put healing touch and denied space to extremists rather than creating further polarisation and marginalisation that inevitably leads to radicalisation." Protests erupted in many Muslims countries including Pakistan. Thousands of people rallied against France`s position on publishing cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad. Activists from the far-right Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan TLP party took to the streets, calling for the Pakistani government to sever diplomatic and trade ties with France. In October, the Pakistan National Assembly unanimously passed a resolution condemning the publication of blasphemous caricatures in France and the "resurgence of Islamophobic acts" in some countries after a noisy session that witnessed the government and opposition delivering fiery speeches against each other.

Pakistan slams France's anti-radicalism bill, warns of 'serious repercussions'

Former Pakistan President and ex-army general Pervez Musharaff has forwarded a mercy petition to President Dr Arif Alvi. In the petition sent by Musharaff to the President of Pakistan, he argued that he was unlawfully given the death penalty without being given an opportunity to contest the verdict.

WION Dispatch: Pak Ex-President Pervez Musharraf forwards mercy petition

Former <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistans-efforts-on-curbing-terror-funds-to-be-assessed-by-france-276339">Pakistan</a>&nbsp;President and ex-army general Pervez Musharaff has forwarded a mercy plea to&nbsp;President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-president-signs-ordinance-to-ensure-timely-completion-of-cpec-related-projects-254481">Dr Arif Alvi</a>.

In the&nbsp;petition sent by Musharaff to the President of Pakistan, he argued that he was unlawfully given the death penalty without being given an opportunity to contest the verdict.

The petition puts forth the argument stating Musharraf's 'medical incapacity' and highlights how the entire nation of Pakistan would face 'desperation' should Musharaff's punishment were to go through.

Also watch:&nbsp;Pakistan: Musharraf's death penalty 'on hold'

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It cites Article 45 of the Pakistan constitution and makes its case about even the prospect of a looming death penalty diminishing a person's right to dignity.

The plea demands clemency or at least a working pardon by the Pakistani President.

A petition like this can be sent to the president for his consideration only under the recommendation of the Pakistani government.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/pervez-musharraf-case-a-new-dawn-in-pakistan-269126">Pervez Musharraf case: A new dawn in Pakistan?</a>

Now, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-a-hub-of-forced-conversion-accuses-india-of-totalitarianism-and-racism-276082">Imran Khan</a>&nbsp;government will decide whether Musharraf's plea holds enough legal merit to be sent to the office of the president.

The Lahore High Court had annulled the death sentence given to former military dictator Pervez Musharraf by the special court earlier in a treason case against him.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/lahore-high-court-reserves-verdict-of-pervez-musharrafs-petition-274002">Pakistan court annuls Musharraf's death penalty</a>

In its judgement, the court had stated that there was no record of the cabinet's approval over filing the treason case against him.

Musharraf had suspended the constitution in 2007and&nbsp;also declared emergency rule to extend his tenure.

Former Pakistan President and ex-army general Pervez Musharaff has forwarded a mercy plea to President Dr Arif Alvi. In the petition sent by Musharaff to the President of Pakistan, he argued that he was unlawfully given the death penalty without being given an opportunity to contest the verdict.

Former Pakistan President and ex-army general Pervez Musharaff has forwarded a mercy plea to President Dr Arif Alvi. In the petition sent by Musharaff to the President of Pakistan, he argued that he was unlawfully given the death penalty without being given an opportunity to contest the verdict. The petition puts forth the argument stating Musharraf's 'medical incapacity' and highlights how the entire nation of Pakistan would face 'desperation' should Musharaff's punishment were to go through. Also watch: Pakistan: Musharraf's death penalty 'on hold' It cites Article 45 of the Pakistan constitution and makes its case about even the prospect of a looming death penalty diminishing a person's right to dignity. The plea demands clemency or at least a working pardon by the Pakistani President. A petition like this can be sent to the president for his consideration only under the recommendation of the Pakistani government. Also read: Pervez Musharraf case: A new dawn in Pakistan? Now, the Imran Khan government will decide whether Musharraf's plea holds enough legal merit to be sent to the office of the president. The Lahore High Court had annulled the death sentence given to former military dictator Pervez Musharraf by the special court earlier in a treason case against him. Also read: Pakistan court annuls Musharraf's death penalty In its judgement, the court had stated that there was no record of the cabinet's approval over filing the treason case against him. Musharraf had suspended the constitution in 2007and also declared emergency rule to extend his tenure.

Musharraf seeks mercy from Pakistan President Alvi over death penalty

The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Thursday resumed the hearing in a case pertaining to the extension of incumbent Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-supreme-court-puts-army-chief-bajwas-tenure-extension-on-hold-264579">Qamar Javed Bajwa</a>.

Today is the last opportunity for the government to satisfy the court on the legal grounds of the said move as the Army chief is set to retire from his post at midnight, Dawn reported.

The three-judge bench comprising <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/justice-asif-khosa-takes-oath-as-new-chief-justice-of-pakistan-191188">Chief Justice of Pakistan Asif Saeed Khosa</a>, Justice Mian Mazhar Alam Khan Miankhel and Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah, is hearing the case.

It is to be noted that over the past two decades, Gen Raheel Sharif is the only army chief to have retired on time.

During yesterday's hearing, the bench was irked by the fact that after Tuesday's cabinet meeting,<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-court-reserves-verdict-on-petition-accusing-imran-khan-of-contempt-264604"> Prime Minister Imran Khan</a> submitted a summary to President Arif Alvi for approval to "reappoint" the army chief on his retirement and the new appointment was made under Article 243(4) of the Constitution, but the notification later issued pertains to the "grant of extension" to the COAS for another term of three years.

The army chief was represented by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-law-minister-resigns-to-represent-government-in-bajwas-tenure-extension-case-264812">Farogh Naseem</a>, who resigned from his post as law minister yesterday to pursue the case, while Attorney General (AG) Anwar Mansoor Khan presented arguments on behalf of the government.

Tuesday's hearing was adjourned twice. The second time the court resumed proceedings, the attorney general informed the court that the summary which notifies Gen Bajwa's extension had referred to Article 243 and Article 245 of the Constitution.

On August 19, Prime Minister Khan had approved an extension in the tenure of Gen Bajwa for another three years.

"General Qamar Javed Bajwa is appointed Chief of Army Staff for another term of three years from the date of completion of current tenure," the brief notification issued by the prime minister's office had said.

Khan extended his tenure citing "regional security environment", according to The Express Tribune.

Meanwhile, Pakistan's government on Tuesday amended its Army Regulations (Rules) to include a provision for an "extension in tenure" 
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The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Thursday resumed the hearing in a case pertaining to the extension of incumbent Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa.

The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Thursday resumed the hearing in a case pertaining to the extension of incumbent Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa. Today is the last opportunity for the government to satisfy the court on the legal grounds of the said move as the Army chief is set to retire from his post at midnight, Dawn reported. The three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice of Pakistan Asif Saeed Khosa, Justice Mian Mazhar Alam Khan Miankhel and Justice Syed Mansoor Ali Shah, is hearing the case. It is to be noted that over the past two decades, Gen Raheel Sharif is the only army chief to have retired on time. During yesterday's hearing, the bench was irked by the fact that after Tuesday's cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Imran Khan submitted a summary to President Arif Alvi for approval to "reappoint" the army chief on his retirement and the new appointment was made under Article 243(4) of the Constitution, but the notification later issued pertains to the "grant of extension" to the COAS for another term of three years. The army chief was represented by Farogh Naseem, who resigned from his post as law minister yesterday to pursue the case, while Attorney General (AG) Anwar Mansoor Khan presented arguments on behalf of the government. Tuesday's hearing was adjourned twice. The second time the court resumed proceedings, the attorney general informed the court that the summary which notifies Gen Bajwa's extension had referred to Article 243 and Article 245 of the Constitution. On August 19, Prime Minister Khan had approved an extension in the tenure of Gen Bajwa for another three years. "General Qamar Javed Bajwa is appointed Chief of Army Staff for another term of three years from the date of completion of current tenure," the brief notification issued by the prime minister's office had said. Khan extended his tenure citing "regional security environment", according to The Express Tribune. Meanwhile, Pakistan's government on Tuesday amended its Army Regulations (Rules) to include a provision for an "extension in tenure"

Pakistan Supreme Court resumes hearing on Bajwa's tenure extension

Britain's Duke and Duchess of Cambridge met with Pakistan's President Arif Alvi on Tuesday (October 15) during a five-day visit to the country.

Prince William and Kate meet president, school children in Pakistan

Pakistani President Arif Alvi on Tuesday promulgated an ordinance for the establishment of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor Authority (CPECA) to ensure the timely completion of the corridor`s projects.

The ordinance is reportedly aimed at accelerating the pace of CPEC related activities, find new drivers of growth, unlock the potential of the interlinked production network and global value chains through regional and global connectivity, Radio Pakistan reported. In August, Pakistan Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan had announced that Islamabad was forming an authority to ensure the timely completion of the projects under CPEC.

The CPEC is a multi-billion dollar development project, with a planned network of roads, railways and energy projects linking China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region with Pakistan's strategic Gwadar Port on the Arabian Sea.

The ordinance comes in the wake of Pak PM`s three-day visit to China to discuss issues of regional and bilateral significance, including the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and Kashmir.

The visit also comes ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping`s tour of Nepal and India.&nbsp;

Pakistani President Arif Alvi on Tuesday promulgated an ordinance for the establishment of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor Authority (CPECA) to ensure the timely completion of the corridor`s projects.

Pakistani President Arif Alvi on Tuesday promulgated an ordinance for the establishment of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor Authority (CPECA) to ensure the timely completion of the corridor`s projects. The ordinance is reportedly aimed at accelerating the pace of CPEC related activities, find new drivers of growth, unlock the potential of the interlinked production network and global value chains through regional and global connectivity, Radio Pakistan reported. In August, Pakistan Prime Minister (PM) Imran Khan had announced that Islamabad was forming an authority to ensure the timely completion of the projects under CPEC. The CPEC is a multi-billion dollar development project, with a planned network of roads, railways and energy projects linking China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region with Pakistan's strategic Gwadar Port on the Arabian Sea. The ordinance comes in the wake of Pak PM`s three-day visit to China to discuss issues of regional and bilateral significance, including the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and Kashmir. The visit also comes ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping`s tour of Nepal and India.

Pak President signs ordinance to ensure timely completion of CPEC related projects

Pakistan has made yet another desperate attempt to internationalise the scrapping of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/bringing-down-article-370-wall-the-battle-to-contain-jihad-in-jammu-kashmir-has-just-begun-242339">Article 370</a> in Jammu and Kashmir by India. In his Independence Day address to the nation, Pakistan President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/a-look-at-pakistans-new-president-arif-alvis-india-connect-163703">Arif-ur-Rehman Alvi </a>has called for waging<a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/dont-talk-to-pakistan-until-it-dismantles-terror-facilities-236028"> jihad against India.</a> 
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"We are a peace-loving country, we don't war. But if war is imposed on us by India then it will not be limited between the two countries. The whole world will get affected by it and then only Jihad and akhirat (doomsday) will be left as an option for us," Alvi said. 
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He also appealed to his countrymen to use social media to raise the Kashmir issue. 
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This comes a day after Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Tuesday asked Pakistanis to not live in a "fool's paradise" by expecting United Nations Security Council to "wait with garlands" to support Islamabad's contentions regarding India's decision to abrogate Kashmir's special status. 
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Pakistan has been desperately trying to internationalise the issue but United Nations Security Council (UNSC) asked Pakistan and India to address the issue bilaterally. 
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On August 5, the Narendra Modi-led government ended the special status accorded to Jammu and Kashmir by scrapping Articles 370 and 35A of the Indian Constitution. Home Minister Amit Shah presented the bill to this regard in the Upper House of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), which easily sailed through, and subsequently got the nod from the Lower House of Lok Sabha too. 
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The international community has stood behind India after the decision. The Maldives, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Bhutan have called it an internal matter of India. 
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Pakistan, on its part, has downgraded bilateral ties with India and suspended all bilateral trade activities, communication, and railways, which facilitated people-to-people ties between each other.

Pakistan has made yet another desperate attempt to internationalise the scrapping of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir by India. In his Independence Day address to the nation, Pakistan President Arif-ur-Rehman Alvi has called for waging jihad against India.

Pakistan has made yet another desperate attempt to internationalise the scrapping of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir by India. In his Independence Day address to the nation, Pakistan President Arif-ur-Rehman Alvi has called for waging jihad against India. "We are a peace-loving country, we don't war. But if war is imposed on us by India then it will not be limited between the two countries. The whole world will get affected by it and then only Jihad and akhirat (doomsday) will be left as an option for us," Alvi said. He also appealed to his countrymen to use social media to raise the Kashmir issue. This comes a day after Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Tuesday asked Pakistanis to not live in a "fool's paradise" by expecting United Nations Security Council to "wait with garlands" to support Islamabad's contentions regarding India's decision to abrogate Kashmir's special status. Pakistan has been desperately trying to internationalise the issue but United Nations Security Council (UNSC) asked Pakistan and India to address the issue bilaterally. On August 5, the Narendra Modi-led government ended the special status accorded to Jammu and Kashmir by scrapping Articles 370 and 35A of the Indian Constitution. Home Minister Amit Shah presented the bill to this regard in the Upper House of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), which easily sailed through, and subsequently got the nod from the Lower House of Lok Sabha too. The international community has stood behind India after the decision. The Maldives, United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Bhutan have called it an internal matter of India. Pakistan, on its part, has downgraded bilateral ties with India and suspended all bilateral trade activities, communication, and railways, which facilitated people-to-people ties between each other.

Pakistan's warmongering over scrapping of Article 370, President Alvi calls for jihad against India

Pakistan Prime Minister has said India plans to launch an attack in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/solve-your-issues-with-india-bilaterally-russia-tells-pakistan-243014">Pakistan occupied Kashmir(PoK)</a> and this one can be bigger than the Balakot strike, which was New Delhi's counter-terror strike on Jaish-e-Mohammad (JEM) terror camps. &nbsp;

JEM was the group behind the Pulwama attack on 14th February that killed over 40 Indian security personnel. &nbsp;

Imran Khan who speaking in the so-called legislative assembly of PoK on the occasion of Pakistan's Independence Day said: "India has a plan ready for action in Pakistan occupied Kashmir and like after Pulwama, India took action in Balakot, this can be bigger."

He hinted at an impending war with India for which he said his country was ready.

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"We are ready, our military forces and society are on the same page, and we have decided, if they do any violation, which they have planned, we are ready for it", Khan said.

Blaming the international community, he said, "when this war happens, we are telling the international community, they will be responsible... its a trial for United Nations now."

Meanwhile, the so-called PM of PoK&nbsp;Raja Farooq Haider has said the line of control(LoC)&nbsp;will now be the "ceasefire line" and a notification in this regard will be issued soon.

While there were several provocative anti-India rhetoric by Imran Khan, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistans-warmongering-over-scrapping-of-article-370-president-alvi-calls-for-jihad-against-india-242906">President of Pakistan</a> Arif Alvi and Pakistani Army were not far behind.

Earlier in the day, the Pakistan President had talked about an impending war. President Alvi said, "We are a peace-loving country, but if War is imposed on us by India then it will not be limited between two countries.. the whole world will get affected by it and then only jihad and resolve will be left as an option for us."

Rawalpindi also put views across in the backdrop of Indian government's decision on August 5 to bifurcate the state.

"Pakistan Army is fully alive to the sanctity of Jammu &amp; Kashmir and will remain fully ready to perform its part in line with our national duty for the Kashmir cause", Asif Ghafoor, Pakistan spokesperson had tweeted.

Pakistan Prime Minister has said India plans to launch an attack in Pakistan occupied Kashmir(PoK) and this one can be bigger than the Balakot strike, which was New Delhi's counter-terror strike on Jaish-e-Mohammad (JEM) terror camps.

Pakistan Prime Minister has said India plans to launch an attack in Pakistan occupied Kashmir(PoK) and this one can be bigger than the Balakot strike, which was New Delhi's counter-terror strike on Jaish-e-Mohammad (JEM) terror camps. JEM was the group behind the Pulwama attack on 14th February that killed over 40 Indian security personnel. Imran Khan who speaking in the so-called legislative assembly of PoK on the occasion of Pakistan's Independence Day said: "India has a plan ready for action in Pakistan occupied Kashmir and like after Pulwama, India took action in Balakot, this can be bigger." He hinted at an impending war with India for which he said his country was ready. Watch Video: "We are ready, our military forces and society are on the same page, and we have decided, if they do any violation, which they have planned, we are ready for it", Khan said. Blaming the international community, he said, "when this war happens, we are telling the international community, they will be responsible... its a trial for United Nations now." Meanwhile, the so-called PM of PoK Raja Farooq Haider has said the line of control(LoC) will now be the "ceasefire line" and a notification in this regard will be issued soon. While there were several provocative anti-India rhetoric by Imran Khan, President of Pakistan Arif Alvi and Pakistani Army were not far behind. Earlier in the day, the Pakistan President had talked about an impending war. President Alvi said, "We are a peace-loving country, but if War is imposed on us by India then it will not be limited between two countries.. the whole world will get affected by it and then only jihad and resolve will be left as an option for us." Rawalpindi also put views across in the backdrop of Indian government's decision on August 5 to bifurcate the state. "Pakistan Army is fully alive to the sanctity of Jammu & Kashmir and will remain fully ready to perform its part in line with our national duty for the Kashmir cause", Asif Ghafoor, Pakistan spokesperson had tweeted.

India planning bigger attack than Balakot: Imran Khan in PoK assembly

Pakistan has gone into a huddle over the latest developments in Jammu and Kashmir. A joint session of the Pakistani parliament has been summoned by Pak President Dr Arif Alvi.&nbsp;

This session will be held on Tuesday at 11 am with the prime agenda of the scrapping of article 370 by the Indian government.

The PM Narendra Modi government today revoked Article 370 which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir and proposed that the state be bifurcated into two union territories, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.

Pakistan's army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa has also summoned a meeting of the corps commanders.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Pakistan's foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said that they will raise the issue of India's decision with the United States.

Qureshi tweeted saying that they intend to highlight the issue of scrapping Article 370 at a meet with the US delegation.&nbsp;

US diplomat Alice Wells will also be in Pakistan today. Wells is the Trump administration’s point-person for south and central Asia.

Pakistan has gone into a huddle over the latest developments in Jammu and Kashmir. A joint session of the Pakistani parliament has been summoned by Pak President Dr Arif Alvi.

Pakistan has gone into a huddle over the latest developments in Jammu and Kashmir. A joint session of the Pakistani parliament has been summoned by Pak President Dr Arif Alvi. This session will be held on Tuesday at 11 am with the prime agenda of the scrapping of article 370 by the Indian government. The PM Narendra Modi government today revoked Article 370 which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir and proposed that the state be bifurcated into two union territories, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. Pakistan's army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa has also summoned a meeting of the corps commanders. Meanwhile, Pakistan's foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said that they will raise the issue of India's decision with the United States. Qureshi tweeted saying that they intend to highlight the issue of scrapping Article 370 at a meet with the US delegation. US diplomat Alice Wells will also be in Pakistan today. Wells is the Trump administration’s point-person for south and central Asia.

Article 370 scrapped: Pakistan President Dr Arif Alvi summons joint session of Parliament

The Imran Khan government has filed a complaint of misconduct against some Supreme Court and High Court judges for hiding their foreign properties in countries like Spain and the UK, according to a media report on Tuesday.

President Arif Alvi has sent a reference of misconduct against three apex court judges who, allegedly, did not declare their foreign properties in their wealth statements, The Express Tribune reported.

However, there is no official confirmation whether the Supreme Judicial Council has received the reference against the judges.

The references, prepared by the law ministry, were filed with the help of a former Supreme Court judge, the report said.

The wife of one of the judges purchased some property in Spain which was not disclosed in his wealth statement, the report said.

Legal experts said they would see whether the spouse is listed as a dependent in the tax records of the judge.

A complaint has also been lodged against a few high courts judges, one of whom allegedly owns inherent property in the UK.

The cash-strapped Imran Khan government has vowed to bring back all ill-gotten wealth of people who have stashed them abroad.&nbsp;

The Imran Khan government has filed a complaint of misconduct against some Supreme Court and High Court judges for hiding their foreign properties in countries like Spain and the UK, according to a media report on Tuesday.

The Imran Khan government has filed a complaint of misconduct against some Supreme Court and High Court judges for hiding their foreign properties in countries like Spain and the UK, according to a media report on Tuesday. President Arif Alvi has sent a reference of misconduct against three apex court judges who, allegedly, did not declare their foreign properties in their wealth statements, The Express Tribune reported. However, there is no official confirmation whether the Supreme Judicial Council has received the reference against the judges. The references, prepared by the law ministry, were filed with the help of a former Supreme Court judge, the report said. The wife of one of the judges purchased some property in Spain which was not disclosed in his wealth statement, the report said. Legal experts said they would see whether the spouse is listed as a dependent in the tax records of the judge. A complaint has also been lodged against a few high courts judges, one of whom allegedly owns inherent property in the UK. The cash-strapped Imran Khan government has vowed to bring back all ill-gotten wealth of people who have stashed them abroad.

Pakistan turns heat on top judges, files cases for not disclosing properties abroad

The Indian High Commission in Islamabad has organised an Iftar party on &nbsp;June 1 and has extended an invitation to Pakistani leadership including Prime Minister Imran Khan.

Other invited Pakistani dignitaries include the Pakistani President Arif Alvi, the foreign secretary Sohail Mahmood, Senate Chairman and the speaker of the national assembly.&nbsp;

The mission invites all dignitaries each year and normally Prime Minister never comes.

Ties between India and Pakistan are frayed in the aftermath Pulwama terror attack. On Sunday, Imran Khan called India's Prime Minister-elect <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/road-ahead-for-pm-narendra-modi-222133">Narendra Modi</a> and congratulated him on his re-election.

During the conversation, PM-designate Modi "stressed that creating trust and an environment free of violence and terrorism" which is "essential for fostering cooperation for peace, progress and prosperity in our region," the ministry of external affairs said.

Sunday's call was the first conversation between the two leaders after the Pulwama terror attack on February 14 in which more than 40 Indian security personnel had died. Pakistan based and United Nations listed terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed took responsibility for the attack.

Meanwhile, no invitation has been extended to Imran Khan for the oath-taking ceremony of Narendra Modi on May 30.

Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in the second week of June will be the first time both leaders will be under the same roof, though it is not confirmed whether they will meet.

The Indian High Commission in Islamabad has organised an Iftar party on June 1 and has extended an invitation to Pakistani leadership including Prime Minister Imran Khan.

The Indian High Commission in Islamabad has organised an Iftar party on June 1 and has extended an invitation to Pakistani leadership including Prime Minister Imran Khan. Other invited Pakistani dignitaries include the Pakistani President Arif Alvi, the foreign secretary Sohail Mahmood, Senate Chairman and the speaker of the national assembly. The mission invites all dignitaries each year and normally Prime Minister never comes. Ties between India and Pakistan are frayed in the aftermath Pulwama terror attack. On Sunday, Imran Khan called India's Prime Minister-elect Narendra Modi and congratulated him on his re-election. During the conversation, PM-designate Modi "stressed that creating trust and an environment free of violence and terrorism" which is "essential for fostering cooperation for peace, progress and prosperity in our region," the ministry of external affairs said. Sunday's call was the first conversation between the two leaders after the Pulwama terror attack on February 14 in which more than 40 Indian security personnel had died. Pakistan based and United Nations listed terror group Jaish-e-Mohammed took responsibility for the attack. Meanwhile, no invitation has been extended to Imran Khan for the oath-taking ceremony of Narendra Modi on May 30. Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in the second week of June will be the first time both leaders will be under the same roof, though it is not confirmed whether they will meet.

India mission in Pakistan invites Imran Khan to Iftar party on June 1

Despite objections from the Opposition, Pakistan's former <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-osama-bin-ladens-grandson-killed-in-air-strike-28331">Intelligence Bureau</a> (IB) chief Ijaz Shah, who reportedly helped&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/seven-years-after-osama-bin-ladens-killing-al-qaeda-has-grown-by-avoiding-the-limelight-134281">Osama bin Laden</a> in Pakistan, was sworn in as Minister for Parliamentary Affairs on Tuesday by President Arif Alvi here.

The move has put the Imran Khan-led government and the Opposition, especially the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), at odds as former prime minister Benazir Bhutto had alleged that Shah was among the people who had hatched a conspiracy to kill her, reports Dawn.

Shah, a confidant of former Pakistan president General Pervez Musharraf, has also been accused of harbouring terror outfit Al-Qaeda's founder-leader Osama bin Laden in Pakistan. Laden was most wanted by the United States for perpetrating the gruesome 9/11 attacks.

In its report in 2012, The Sydney Morning Herald had quoted former ISI chief General Ziauddin Butt as saying that Shah had ordered to build the three-storied walled compound in Abbottabad where Laden was hunted down and killed by US Forces in 2011.

"I fully believe that Ijaz Shah had kept this man (Osama bin Laden, in Abbottabad) with the full knowledge of Pervez Musharraf," Butt had alleged. Shah has since dismissed the allegations. Shah served as Pakistan's IB Director General from 2004 to 2008. He was also elected as a Member of National Assembly (MNA) on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) ticket from NA-118 (Nankana Sahib-II).

Alleging that Pakistan Prime Minister has no respect for the Parliament, PPP leader Syed Khursheed Shah told Dawn, "Ijaz Shah is being made the minister to make parliament redundant and to further degrade it." He added that Shah was made the minister to "provoke" the Opposition.

According to the PPP leader, Shah has been "brought to power as an alternative" to Musharraf, who currently lives in Dubai.

Despite objections from the Opposition, Pakistan's former Intelligence Bureau (IB) chief Ijaz Shah, who reportedly helped Osama bin Laden in Pakistan, was sworn in as Minister for Parliamentary Affairs on Tuesday by President Arif Alvi here.

Despite objections from the Opposition, Pakistan's former Intelligence Bureau (IB) chief Ijaz Shah, who reportedly helped Osama bin Laden in Pakistan, was sworn in as Minister for Parliamentary Affairs on Tuesday by President Arif Alvi here. The move has put the Imran Khan-led government and the Opposition, especially the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), at odds as former prime minister Benazir Bhutto had alleged that Shah was among the people who had hatched a conspiracy to kill her, reports Dawn. Shah, a confidant of former Pakistan president General Pervez Musharraf, has also been accused of harbouring terror outfit Al-Qaeda's founder-leader Osama bin Laden in Pakistan. Laden was most wanted by the United States for perpetrating the gruesome 9/11 attacks. In its report in 2012, The Sydney Morning Herald had quoted former ISI chief General Ziauddin Butt as saying that Shah had ordered to build the three-storied walled compound in Abbottabad where Laden was hunted down and killed by US Forces in 2011. "I fully believe that Ijaz Shah had kept this man (Osama bin Laden, in Abbottabad) with the full knowledge of Pervez Musharraf," Butt had alleged. Shah has since dismissed the allegations. Shah served as Pakistan's IB Director General from 2004 to 2008. He was also elected as a Member of National Assembly (MNA) on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) ticket from NA-118 (Nankana Sahib-II). Alleging that Pakistan Prime Minister has no respect for the Parliament, PPP leader Syed Khursheed Shah told Dawn, "Ijaz Shah is being made the minister to make parliament redundant and to further degrade it." He added that Shah was made the minister to "provoke" the Opposition. According to the PPP leader, Shah has been "brought to power as an alternative" to Musharraf, who currently lives in Dubai.

Former Pakistani IB chief, who reportedly helped Osama bin Laden, sworn in as minister

Pakistan wants peace with India and they should focus on health and education, the Pakistani president said on Saturday during a parade to show off its military might following a tense standoff between the nuclear-armed neighbours.

The conflict between the rivals erupted last month following a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/pulwama-terror-attack-indias-response-was-carefully-calibrated-200450">suicide bomb attack claimed by a Pakistan-based militant group</a> in the Indian party of the disputed and divided Kashmir region that killed 40 paramilitary police.

"We do not believe in war and want to solve problems through dialogue," President Arif Alvi said in his Pakistani Republic Day speech.

"Instead of war we should focus on education and health."

Pakistani warplanes engaged in a dogfight with Indian aircraft over Kashmir on February 27, a day after a raid by Indian jets on what it said was a militant camp in Pakistan.

Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-national-day-pm-modi-writes-letter-to-pak-pm-as-part-of-customary-practice-calls-for-terror-free-south-asia-204995"> PM Modi writes </a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-national-day-pm-modi-writes-letter-to-pak-pm-as-part-of-customary-practice-calls-for-terror-free-south-asia-204995">letter</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-national-day-pm-modi-writes-letter-to-pak-pm-as-part-of-customary-practice-calls-for-terror-free-south-asia-204995"> to Pak PM as part of customary practice; calls for terror-free South Asia</a>

In their first such clash since their last war, in 1971, Pakistan downed an Indian plane and captured its pilot after he ejected over Pakistan-controlled Kashmir.

The pilot was later released by Pakistan as a peace gesture.

The president, who largely holds ceremonial duties, said India had blamed Pakistan for the suicide-bomb attack without evidence, which he said was irresponsible.

Saturday's military parade included an air show featuring the Pakistani-built JF-17 fighter jet. One of the aircraft shot down the Indian plane last month.

"Today's parade is sending the message that we are a peaceful people but we will never be oblivious of our defence," Alvi said.

The parade was attended by Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who was invited to attend as the chief guest, and Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan.

Khan said on Twitter earlier that he had received a message from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his best wishes for Republic Day and calling for peace and regional cooperation.

"I welcome PM Modi's message to our people," Khan said.

"I believe it's time to begin a comprehensive dialogue with India to address and resolve all issues. The dispute over the former princely state of Kashmir sparked the first two of three wars between India and Pakistan after independence in 1947. They fought the second in 1965, and a third, largely over what become Bangladesh, in 1971.

Pakistan wants peace with India and they should focus on health and education, the Pakistani president said on Saturday during a parade to show off its military might following a tense standoff between the nuclear-armed neighbours.

Pakistan wants peace with India and they should focus on health and education, the Pakistani president said on Saturday during a parade to show off its military might following a tense standoff between the nuclear-armed neighbours. The conflict between the rivals erupted last month following a suicide bomb attack claimed by a Pakistan-based militant group in the Indian party of the disputed and divided Kashmir region that killed 40 paramilitary police. "We do not believe in war and want to solve problems through dialogue," President Arif Alvi said in his Pakistani Republic Day speech. "Instead of war we should focus on education and health." Pakistani warplanes engaged in a dogfight with Indian aircraft over Kashmir on February 27, a day after a raid by Indian jets on what it said was a militant camp in Pakistan. Also read: PM Modi writes letter to Pak PM as part of customary practice; calls for terror-free South Asia In their first such clash since their last war, in 1971, Pakistan downed an Indian plane and captured its pilot after he ejected over Pakistan-controlled Kashmir. The pilot was later released by Pakistan as a peace gesture. The president, who largely holds ceremonial duties, said India had blamed Pakistan for the suicide-bomb attack without evidence, which he said was irresponsible. Saturday's military parade included an air show featuring the Pakistani-built JF-17 fighter jet. One of the aircraft shot down the Indian plane last month. "Today's parade is sending the message that we are a peaceful people but we will never be oblivious of our defence," Alvi said. The parade was attended by Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who was invited to attend as the chief guest, and Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan. Khan said on Twitter earlier that he had received a message from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his best wishes for Republic Day and calling for peace and regional cooperation. "I welcome PM Modi's message to our people," Khan said. "I believe it's time to begin a comprehensive dialogue with India to address and resolve all issues. The dispute over the former princely state of Kashmir sparked the first two of three wars between India and Pakistan after independence in 1947. They fought the second in 1965, and a third, largely over what become Bangladesh, in 1971.

Pakistan calls for peace with India as it shows off its military might in parade

Pakistan will confer its highest civilian honour on the Saudi crown prince on Monday, a day after he signed investment deals worth $20 billion on the first stop of an Asian tour clouded by his alleged role in the grisly murder of a dissident journalist.

President Arif Alvi will award Mohammad bin Salman the Nishan-e-Pakistan (Order of Pakistan), the foreign office said in a statement, before the crown prince leaves the country for his next stop, Islamabad's arch-rival India.&nbsp;

Pakistan is facing a serious balance of payments crisis and hopes the huge deals signed over the two-day visit -- seven separate agreements and memorandums of understanding -- will boost its struggling economy.

The tour coincides with a spike in regional tensions: India and Saudi Arabia's arch-rival Iran -- both bordering Pakistan -- have accused Islamabad of backing militant groups which have carried out bloody suicide attacks on their soil in recent days.

Hours ahead of the crown prince's arrival Sunday, Pakistan dismissed Delhi's accusations as "well-rehearsed tactics from (the) Indian playbook after such incidents in the past".

The crown prince, widely known as "MBS", got a warm welcome in Pakistan, including a 21-gun salute and an honour guard.

He is staging the visit just five months after the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a fierce critic, at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul ignited a diplomatic crisis.&nbsp;

The Saudis, after initially denying any knowledge of Khashoggi's disappearance, finally acknowledged that a team killed him inside the consulate, but described it as a rogue operation that did not involve the crown prince.

Turkey said Friday it has not yet revealed all the information it has uncovered in the case, which launched a global wave of revulsion and tarnished the crown prince's reputation.

Analysts have said the tour is part of a Gulf pivot to rising Asia as a growing oil market, but also a timely demonstration to the West that MBS is not an international pariah.

The crown prince's tour is expected to finish with two days in China on Thursday and Friday.

Pakistan will confer its highest civilian honour on the Saudi crown prince on Monday, a day after he signed investment deals worth $20 billion on the first stop of an Asian tour clouded by his alleged role in the grisly murder of a dissident journalist.

Pakistan will confer its highest civilian honour on the Saudi crown prince on Monday, a day after he signed investment deals worth $20 billion on the first stop of an Asian tour clouded by his alleged role in the grisly murder of a dissident journalist. President Arif Alvi will award Mohammad bin Salman the Nishan-e-Pakistan (Order of Pakistan), the foreign office said in a statement, before the crown prince leaves the country for his next stop, Islamabad's arch-rival India. Pakistan is facing a serious balance of payments crisis and hopes the huge deals signed over the two-day visit -- seven separate agreements and memorandums of understanding -- will boost its struggling economy. The tour coincides with a spike in regional tensions: India and Saudi Arabia's arch-rival Iran -- both bordering Pakistan -- have accused Islamabad of backing militant groups which have carried out bloody suicide attacks on their soil in recent days. Hours ahead of the crown prince's arrival Sunday, Pakistan dismissed Delhi's accusations as "well-rehearsed tactics from (the) Indian playbook after such incidents in the past". The crown prince, widely known as "MBS", got a warm welcome in Pakistan, including a 21-gun salute and an honour guard. He is staging the visit just five months after the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, a fierce critic, at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul ignited a diplomatic crisis. The Saudis, after initially denying any knowledge of Khashoggi's disappearance, finally acknowledged that a team killed him inside the consulate, but described it as a rogue operation that did not involve the crown prince. Turkey said Friday it has not yet revealed all the information it has uncovered in the case, which launched a global wave of revulsion and tarnished the crown prince's reputation. Analysts have said the tour is part of a Gulf pivot to rising Asia as a growing oil market, but also a timely demonstration to the West that MBS is not an international pariah. The crown prince's tour is expected to finish with two days in China on Thursday and Friday.

After $20 billion deals, Pakistan to award Saudi crown prince with 'highest civilian honour'

Pakistan President Arif Alvi has instructed officials of the foreign and interior ministries to resolve the issue of the nationality of a "stateless" five-month-old baby girl who is fighting a life-threatening heart disease in the UAE, his office said on Wednesday.

The story of the "stateless" baby was published last month in a Gulf newspaper, which reported that the father of the girl is a British national while her mother is a Pakistani national and the baby herself was born in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE.

The baby is not considered a citizen by either of her parent's home countries and hence unable to get a passport.

The father approached the Pakistani Embassy in the UAE to get a passport for her daughter as her mother is a citizen of Pakistan. However, the embassy told him that only father of a child can apply for a passport according to the Pakistani laws.

Taking notice of the story, President Alvi "instructed the Foreign Office to look into the matter in order to resolve the issue."

After his intervention, the foreign ministry in collaboration with interior ministry is working to resolve the question of the identity of the baby, according to his office.

Pakistan President Arif Alvi has instructed officials of the foreign and interior ministries to resolve the issue of the nationality of a "stateless" five-month-old baby girl who is fighting a life-threatening heart disease in the UAE, his office said on Wednesday.

Pakistan President Arif Alvi has instructed officials of the foreign and interior ministries to resolve the issue of the nationality of a "stateless" five-month-old baby girl who is fighting a life-threatening heart disease in the UAE, his office said on Wednesday. The story of the "stateless" baby was published last month in a Gulf newspaper, which reported that the father of the girl is a British national while her mother is a Pakistani national and the baby herself was born in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. The baby is not considered a citizen by either of her parent's home countries and hence unable to get a passport. The father approached the Pakistani Embassy in the UAE to get a passport for her daughter as her mother is a citizen of Pakistan. However, the embassy told him that only father of a child can apply for a passport according to the Pakistani laws. Taking notice of the story, President Alvi "instructed the Foreign Office to look into the matter in order to resolve the issue." After his intervention, the foreign ministry in collaboration with interior ministry is working to resolve the question of the identity of the baby, according to his office.

Pak President Alvi instructs officials to resolve nationality issue of 5-month old 'stateless' baby

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has sought a clarification from Arif Alvi on reports that claimed that the president has spent 5 million Pakistani rupees on breakfast while he was in Gilgit-Baltistan for an official visit.

Pakistani President Arif Alvi last week visited Gilgit-Baltistan during which he held talks with the high ranking officials and governor of the region, Jalal Hussain Maqpoon on matters pertaining to the development.

Pakistan People's Party leader and former Senaor Aajiz Dhamrah after the visit on Friday levelled allegations that the president had breakfast along with his family which&nbsp;reportedly costed 5 million rupees.

Alvi, however,&nbsp;rejected the reports terming&nbsp;them as false and said that he paid the bills from his own pocket.

He further informed media that Imran Khan who came into the power on promises to cut excessive government spending has sought a clarification on the news reports on a text.

"Imran Khan himself is vigilant and had texted me seeking a clarification on this news story," he said.

Meanwhile, the PPP leader Dhamrah also slammed the PTI government saying that at one hand PTI leadership is claiming to have adopted the austerity measure in running the government affairs and on the other hand, their party affiliated country's president&nbsp;is spending 5 million rupees only on breakfasts during official tours.

Cricketer-turned-politician, Imran Khan was elected in July with the support of many&nbsp;Pakistanis desperate for a change in a nation where the illiteracy rate hovers above 40 per cent, healthcare is shoddy, and joblessness or underemployment rife among the country's 208 million people.

In August, as part of his austerity drive, he banned the discretionary use of state funds and first-class air travel by officials and leaders, including the President and the prime minister.

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has sought a clarification from Arif Alvi on reports that claimed that the president has spent 5 million Pakistani rupees on breakfast while he was in Gilgit-Baltistan for an official visit.

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has sought a clarification from Arif Alvi on reports that claimed that the president has spent 5 million Pakistani rupees on breakfast while he was in Gilgit-Baltistan for an official visit. Pakistani President Arif Alvi last week visited Gilgit-Baltistan during which he held talks with the high ranking officials and governor of the region, Jalal Hussain Maqpoon on matters pertaining to the development. Pakistan People's Party leader and former Senaor Aajiz Dhamrah after the visit on Friday levelled allegations that the president had breakfast along with his family which reportedly costed 5 million rupees. Alvi, however, rejected the reports terming them as false and said that he paid the bills from his own pocket. He further informed media that Imran Khan who came into the power on promises to cut excessive government spending has sought a clarification on the news reports on a text. "Imran Khan himself is vigilant and had texted me seeking a clarification on this news story," he said. Meanwhile, the PPP leader Dhamrah also slammed the PTI government saying that at one hand PTI leadership is claiming to have adopted the austerity measure in running the government affairs and on the other hand, their party affiliated country's president is spending 5 million rupees only on breakfasts during official tours. Cricketer-turned-politician, Imran Khan was elected in July with the support of many Pakistanis desperate for a change in a nation where the illiteracy rate hovers above 40 per cent, healthcare is shoddy, and joblessness or underemployment rife among the country's 208 million people. In August, as part of his austerity drive, he banned the discretionary use of state funds and first-class air travel by officials and leaders, including the President and the prime minister.

Pak PM Imran Khan seeks clarification from President Alvi on reports of spending 5 million rupees on breakfast

Pakistan President Arif Alvi on Sunday ruled out establishing any kind of relations with Israel as he strongly rejected reports that an Israeli aircraft carrying some officials secretly landed in Islamabad and flew away after several hours at the airport here.

"Islamabad is not establishing any kind of relations with Israel," Alvi told the media before his departure for Turkey on a three-day official visit in the wee hours of Sunday.

It all started when an Israeli journalist Avi Scharf tweeted on October 25 that an Israeli business jet flew from Tel Aviv to Islamabad where it was on the ground for 10 hours, before flying back to Tel Aviv.

Social media users took note and flayed the Pakistan government with the Opposition also joining in to demand an explanation about the "secret Israeli mission".

Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi also dismissed reports of an Israeli aircraft landing in Pakistan as fake and baseless.&nbsp;

Qureshi said that something which is not even real does not warrant a response.

Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry has also rejected the reports and said the "government would not negotiate in secret with either Israel or India".

He regretted such reports despite the fact that the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) had also denied reports of the presence of any Israeli aircraft in Pakistani airspace or at its airports.

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz leader Ahsan Iqbal, who earlier led the Opposition's barrage, said Chaudhry's reaction showed the government was trying to hide something.

"The parliament should be taken into confidence over the issue," he demanded.

BBC Urdu reported that the aircraft in question was a Canadian-manufactured Bombardier Global Express with the serial number 9394. It was registered on February 22, 2017 in the Isle of Man in the UK by a company called Multibird Overseas Ltd.

The Israeli journalist later said he was not "100 per cent sure" if the plane had landed in Islamabad.

Pakistan and Israel do not have diplomatic relations and their aircraft are not allowed to use each other's airspace.&nbsp;

Pakistan President Arif Alvi on Sunday ruled out establishing any kind of relations with Israel as he strongly rejected reports that an Israeli aircraft carrying some officials secretly landed in Islamabad and flew away after several hours at the airport here.

Pakistan President Arif Alvi on Sunday ruled out establishing any kind of relations with Israel as he strongly rejected reports that an Israeli aircraft carrying some officials secretly landed in Islamabad and flew away after several hours at the airport here. "Islamabad is not establishing any kind of relations with Israel," Alvi told the media before his departure for Turkey on a three-day official visit in the wee hours of Sunday. It all started when an Israeli journalist Avi Scharf tweeted on October 25 that an Israeli business jet flew from Tel Aviv to Islamabad where it was on the ground for 10 hours, before flying back to Tel Aviv. Social media users took note and flayed the Pakistan government with the Opposition also joining in to demand an explanation about the "secret Israeli mission". Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi also dismissed reports of an Israeli aircraft landing in Pakistan as fake and baseless. Qureshi said that something which is not even real does not warrant a response. Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry has also rejected the reports and said the "government would not negotiate in secret with either Israel or India". He regretted such reports despite the fact that the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) had also denied reports of the presence of any Israeli aircraft in Pakistani airspace or at its airports. Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz leader Ahsan Iqbal, who earlier led the Opposition's barrage, said Chaudhry's reaction showed the government was trying to hide something. "The parliament should be taken into confidence over the issue," he demanded. BBC Urdu reported that the aircraft in question was a Canadian-manufactured Bombardier Global Express with the serial number 9394. It was registered on February 22, 2017 in the Isle of Man in the UK by a company called Multibird Overseas Ltd. The Israeli journalist later said he was not "100 per cent sure" if the plane had landed in Islamabad. Pakistan and Israel do not have diplomatic relations and their aircraft are not allowed to use each other's airspace.

Pak President Alvi rules out establishing any kind of ties with Israel

Pakistan's peace overture was negated by India in a "usual belligerent manner", said Pakistan President Arif Alvi expressing disappointment over India's decision to call off the meeting between the Foreign Ministers of two countries.

Alvi tweeted, "Sad to see India backing off from FM level talks. Mutual reservations could have been placed on the table. Kashmiris face only disappointment on #InternationalDayOfPeace PM @ImranKhanPTI's outstanding peace overture negated in their usual belligerent manner"

The now-cancelled meet was scheduled to take place between External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Pakistan Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mehmood Qureshi on the sidelines of upcoming United Nations General Assembly in New York.

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The decision of calling off the meeting came hours after security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir were kidnapped and brutally killed on Friday.

Terror attacks against policemen in the state have been rampant in recent times.

On August 29, four policemen were killed when they were indiscriminately fired upon by a group of terrorists in Shopian's Arhama.

On August 22, three policemen were gunned down in three separate attacks by terrorists. Two of the attacks took place in Pulwama district, with one policeman killed in Kulgam.

Pakistan's peace overture was negated by India in a "usual belligerent manner", said Pakistan President Arif Alvi expressing disappointment over India's decision to call off the meeting between the Foreign Ministers of two countries.

Pakistan's peace overture was negated by India in a "usual belligerent manner", said Pakistan President Arif Alvi expressing disappointment over India's decision to call off the meeting between the Foreign Ministers of two countries. Alvi tweeted, "Sad to see India backing off from FM level talks. Mutual reservations could have been placed on the table. Kashmiris face only disappointment on #InternationalDayOfPeace PM @ImranKhanPTI's outstanding peace overture negated in their usual belligerent manner" The now-cancelled meet was scheduled to take place between External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Pakistan Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mehmood Qureshi on the sidelines of upcoming United Nations General Assembly in New York. Sad to see India backing off from FM level talks. Mutual reservations could have been placed on the table. Kashmiris face only disappointment on #InternationalDayOfPeace PM @ImranKhanPTI's outstanding peace overture negated in their usual belligerant manner — Dr. Arif Alvi (@ArifAlvi) September 21, 2018 × The decision of calling off the meeting came hours after security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir were kidnapped and brutally killed on Friday. Terror attacks against policemen in the state have been rampant in recent times. On August 29, four policemen were killed when they were indiscriminately fired upon by a group of terrorists in Shopian's Arhama. On August 22, three policemen were gunned down in three separate attacks by terrorists. Two of the attacks took place in Pulwama district, with one policeman killed in Kulgam.

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