February 16, 2026

PM Shehbaz Sharif Starts Two-Day Austria Visit for Key Bilateral Talks

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif landed in Vienna for a two-day visit to meet Austria's Chancellor Christian Stocker. The talks will cover the full range of Pakistan-Austria relations. The visit marks 70 years of diplomatic ties and is the first by a Pakistani PM in over 30 years.

February 16, 2026

Nigeria Warns Citizens Against Illegal Recruitment For Ukraine War After Deaths Reported

Nigeria's foreign ministry warns citizens to avoid illegal armed recruitment abroad after reports of Nigerian deaths in Ukraine. Many were misled into combat roles under false promises, risking their lives and laws.

February 16, 2026

34 Australian Women and Children Released from Syria’s Roj Camp Ahead of Repatriation

Thirty-four Australian women and children held in Syria’s Roj camp have been freed and are set to be repatriated. The group includes wives and children of Islamic State fighters. Their travel from Syria remains uncertain as the Syrian government halted their move to Damascus. Australia denies organizing the return.

February 16, 2026

Western Pressure on Russian Oil Shines Spotlight on Indonesia's Energy Trade

Western crackdowns on Russian oil are pushing Indonesia under the microscope as Moscow looks for new buyers. Analysts warn this could affect US-Indonesia trade talks. Indonesia denies importing Russian oil despite reports of shipments near Hong Kong and ports in Indonesia.

February 16, 2026

Pakistan's Ahsan Iqbal to Attend Bangladesh PM-elect Tarique Rahman's Oath Ceremony

Pakistan's Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal will attend the oath-taking of Bangladesh’s new Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on February 17 in Dhaka. The BNP leader’s stunning election win marks a fresh start after years of political turmoil. Pakistan voices strong support for Bangladesh’s democratic progress and bilateral cooperation.