NEWS ROUNDUP
Updated up to 15:00 | Sunday, 16 August 2026 Executive Summary Pakistan Affairs Security forces kill 7 terrorists in IBO in Balochistan's Kharan: state media Former UAE presidential aide's post mocking Pakistan exposes unease over Mecca pact MQM-P says will be approaching other parties to set off 'grand national dialogue' on new provinces Long-delayed ML-1 railway upgrade likely to begin this year Erdogan says Egypt could join Turkiye-Saudi-Pakistan defence pact - Arab News Saudi king praises strong ties with Pakistan, highlights shared commitment to increase cooperation Karachi-East among six districts selected for facial recognition attendance system Extensive vehicle checking slows Afghans’ repatriation at Torkham Bannu police, security forces kill five militants in joint operation Makkah Agreement International & World Affairs ...