Pakistan’s top court has ordered authorities to transfer imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan to a private hospital for a medical examination and granted him weekly family visits and phone calls with his sons.

The Saudi-Turkish-Pakistani military pact looks formidable on paper but lacks integrated command and credible collective defense, while immediate retaliatory strikes on Saudi infrastructure exposed the limits of its deterrence and practical effectiveness.

Pakistan, celebrating 79 years of independence, has developed its political institutions, defense capabilities, and diplomatic relationships. While it has become self-reliant in defense, true independence requires economic strength and the ability to make independent decisions.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stressed that the common interests of Iran and Pakistan are more closely intertwined than ever, underscoring the need for greater mutual cooperation.

General Rezaei argued that this convergence can only be achieved through strengthened communication and solidarity among Muslim countries.

The Pakistani foreign minister stressed that the recent defense agreement signed by Pakistan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia aims to contribute to regional stability and security.

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar says the new defense agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey is “purely defensive,” and is not directed against any country.