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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
'For the sake of peace': After Operation Sindoor, Pakistan changes tune, calls for dialogue with India
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif (File photo) Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday repeated his call to hold talks with India, urging both nations to sit down "for peace" and resolve long-standing issues, including Kashmir, water sharing, and terrorism. While India after Operation Sindoor has made it clear to Pakistan, that talks will only take place on the matter of PoK. His remarks came during the Pakistan-Turkiye-Azerbaijan Trilateral Summit in Lachin, Azerbaijan, where he was joined by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev. This was Sharif's second call for dialogue in a week. On Monday, while in Tehran, he expressed a similar willingness to engage with India 'to resolve all disputes.' 'We must sit together and talk for the sake of peace… There are issues that demand immediate attention and must be addressed through dialogue,' Sharif said, according to Dawn. He added, 'I have said in all humility that we want peace in the region[…] and that requires talks on the table on issues which need urgent attention and amicable resolution, that is the issue of Kashmir according to the resolutions of the United Nations and the Security Council and as per the aspirations of the people of Kashmir.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like เทรด CFDs ด้วยเทคโนโลยีเทรดสุดล้ำ และ รวดเร็วกว่า IC Markets สมัคร Undo Sharif also expressed openness to discussing counterterrorism with India, saying, 'I have said in all earnest that if India wants to talk on countering terrorism in sincerity of purpose, Pakistan would be willing to talk to India on this issue as well.' He further stated his desire to resume trade ties, and criticised India's decision to suspend the Indus Water Treaty , calling it a vital resource for Pakistan's drinking and agricultural needs. However, India has made its stance unequivocally clear: talks with Pakistan will only focus on two issues, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and terrorism. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his first statement following Operation Sindoor, said: 'Today, I would also like to tell the global community that our stated policy has been: if there are talks with Pakistan, it will be only on terrorism; and if there are talks with Pakistan, it will be only on Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).' Tensions between the two countries have intensified since the April 22 terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which left 26 dead. In retaliation, India launched Operation Sindoor, a coordinated military campaign that began on May 7, targeting nine terror launchpads in Pakistan and PoK. The Indian Air Force also destroyed 11 Pakistani airbases in response to Pakistan's failed attempts to strike Indian military positions on May 8, 9, and 10. The conflict de-escalated after both sides agreed to halt military actions following a meeting between their directors general of military operations on May 10.
Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
PM praises bravery of Azeri people
LACHIN (Azerbaijan): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday called for unity, peace and justice in the region while highlighting the deepening bonds among Pakistan, Azerbaijan, and Turkey, declaring the relationship as now 'three souls and one heart.' In his address at the Independence Day Ceremony of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Lachin, PM Shehbaz praised the leadership and bravery of the Azerbaijani people, who under President Aliyev's 'visionary and dynamic leadership' liberated the region of Karabakh after decades of occupation. The addressing dignitaries also included President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkiye. Pakistan, Azerbaijan vow to diversify partnership 'It is a matter of great honour to be here today, celebrating both Azerbaijan's Independence Day and Pakistan's Youm-e-Takbeer — the day we became a nuclear power in 1998,' the Prime Minister stated, underscoring the symbolic significance of May 28 for both nations. In his address, the Prime Minister expressed heartfelt congratulations to the people of Azerbaijan and paid tribute to the sacrifices of their armed forces and martyrs. He emphasized the unwavering support that Pakistan and Turkey provided during Azerbaijan's struggle for territorial integrity. 'When Armenia attacked Azerbaijan, Pakistan and Turkey stood like a rock beside it. And today, when India attacked Pakistan, President Erdogan and President Aliyev stood like a formidable fortress beside us. This is true brotherhood,' Shehbaz Sharif said. The Prime Minister spoke candidly about recent hostilities between India and Pakistan. Referring to the April 22 incident in Pahalgam, Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 civilians were killed, he condemned India's immediate blame on Pakistan without evidence. 'Pakistan offered an international inquiry commission for a free and transparent probe, but instead, India launched a deadly attack that killed 36 innocent Pakistanis, including children,' he revealed. 'We had no choice but to defend our nation.' Shehbaz detailed Pakistan's military response, describing the downing of six Indian fighter jets — including four Rafales — and significant damage to Indian military installations. He praised the composure and leadership of Pakistan's armed forces, particularly Air Chief and Field Marshal COAS Asim Munir, for a swift and measured retaliation. 'At 9 am, Field Marshal Asim Munir informed me that India had requested a ceasefire. I said, Allah Almighty has granted us a glowing victory — we must now act wisely, not prolong the conflict.' Shehbaz Sharif also turned attention to other global humanitarian crises, particularly in IIOJK and Gaza. 'The valley of Kashmir is red with the blood of freedom fighters. Despite tyranny and brutality, they stand firm in their pursuit of freedom — a right enshrined in UN Security Council resolutions,' he said, reaffirming Pakistan's unwavering support. Addressing the tragedy in Gaza, PM Shehbaz condemned the ongoing atrocities: 'Over 52,000 Palestinians — children, women, the elderly — have been martyred. Their blood stains the streets of Gaza. There is no modern precedent to this level of brutality.' He called on the international community to awaken its conscience and echoed global praise for President Erdogan's vocal advocacy for the oppressed. 'Let our voices rise — in the name of God — to demand a ceasefire and justice for the people of Gaza.' Describing the trilateral meeting between Pakistan, Turkey, and Azerbaijan as 'productive and inspiring,' PM Shehbaz concluded his address with a call for regional unity and enduring friendship. 'Our flags today flutter high — as emblems of unity, hope, and strength,' he said, adding, 'We will continue to stand with our brothers and sisters, whether in Karabakh, Kashmir, or Gaza. This is our shared commitment, our shared destiny.'
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Several Russian airports suspend operations over Ukrainian drone raids
Several airports in Russia suspended operations overnight on Tuesday amid drone attacks from Ukraine, reports say. The arrivals and departures of civilian aircraft were restricted at the airports of Nizhny Novgorod, Saratov, Tambov and Kaluga, according to Russia's Federal Air Transport Agency. The agency spokesperson Artyom Korenyako said in a post on Telegram, "To ensure the safety of civil aircraft flights, temporary restrictions on their entry and exit have also been introduced". The Russian Defence Ministry later claimed that 99 Ukrainian drones were intercepted and destroyed over seven Russian regions from Monday evening to Tuesday morning. Over the past few days, Russian authorities shut down airports in Moscow twice, on Friday and Sunday, amid Kyiv's drone raids into Russian territory. Since the end of April, Kyiv has intensified its drone attacks on Russia, launching hundreds of drones at Moscow and disrupting the airspace over the Russian capital. In the run-up to Moscow's Victory Day parade, Ukrainian drones caused massive disruptions at Moscow airports for a few days in a row. At least 60,000 people had their trips delayed or cancelled, with over 300 flights affected. Russian President Vladimir Putin's high-level guests were among those affected by the disruption. The plane carrying his Serbian counterpart Aleksandar Vučić was reportedly forced to divert to the Azerbaijani capital of Baku because of the threats in Russian airspace.
Kuwait Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Embassy of Azerbaijan in Kuwait celebrates Independence Day
Embassy of Azerbaijan in Kuwait celebrates Independence Day KUWAIT: The Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Kuwait hosted a reception to mark the Independence Day of Azerbaijan. During his opening remarks, Ambassador of Azerbaijan Emil Karimov praised the strong Azerbaijan-Kuwait ties that were initiated through meetings between Heydar Aliyev and the late Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in the mid-1990s, hailing the 2009 official visit of President Ilham Aliyev to Kuwait as a turning point, ushering in a new era of enhanced cooperation. The ambassador highlighted recent diplomatic engagements, including the official visit of Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov to Kuwait in April 2025, during which the third meeting of the Joint Commission on Cooperation was convened. The visit included high-level meetings with HH Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, Crown Prince of Kuwait, and Abdullah Al-Yahya, Foreign Minister of Kuwait. Ambassador Karimov commended the successful political consultations held in February 2025 between the Deputy Foreign Ministers of both countries, noting the growing momentum in bilateral and multilateral collaboration. He underscored the strong and expanding ties in agriculture, tourism, and education, noting that over 31,000 Kuwaiti tourists visited Azerbaijan last year, extending a warm invitation to Kuwaiti nationals to explore Azerbaijan, facilitated by frequent direct flights. During the event, the ambassador highlighted the historic significance of the day, commemorating the establishment of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic on May 28, 1918, the first secular democratic republic in the Muslim world. He indicated that despite a brief existence, the republic was recognized internationally, including at the 1920 Paris Peace Conference, and laid the foundation for Azerbaijan's modern statehood. Ambassador Karimov emphasized the importance of the restoration of Azerbaijan's independence in 1991 following the collapse of the Soviet Union. He acknowledged the leadership of National Leader Heydar Aliyev, who stabilized the country during a period of deep crisis in the early 1990s, setting Azerbaijan on a path of development and growth. The event was attended by numerous dignitaries, including Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait, members of the diplomatic corps, government officials, and media representatives. At the closing, the Embassy offered cultural performances, traditional Azerbaijani cuisine, and displays reflecting the country's rich heritage and contemporary achievements.
Saba Yemen
2 days ago
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
President Al-Mashat congratulates President of Azerbaijan on National Day
Sana'a – Saba: His Excellency Field Marshal Mahdi Al-Mashat, Head of the Supreme Political Council, sent a congratulatory message to Ilham Heydar Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, on the occasion of his country's National Day. In the message, Al-Mashat expressed his sincere congratulations and best wishes to President Aliyev and the Azerbaijani people, wishing them continued progress and prosperity. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
