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Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Pakistan on Saturday for a two-day official visit, his first since taking office. Invited by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, he is joined by a high-level delegation, including Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, according to Xinhua.

Pezeshkian will meet with President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Sharif, and Army Chief General Asim Munir. Talks will focus on regional developments, including the Iran-Israel war, and strengthening bilateral ties across political, economic, and cultural fronts.

He is also scheduled to visit the mausoleum of poet Allama Iqbal in Lahore before heading to Islamabad for official meetings, according to Xinhua.

Gen Z-led protests across Ukraine have prompted President Volodymyr Zelensky to reverse a proposed bill that would have placed independent anti-corruption agencies under political control, according to Firstpost.

Using creative cardboard placards quoting pop culture, music, and literature—some with explicit language—protesters rallied in major cities, voicing concern over threats to institutional independence. According to Gradus Research, over 69 percent of Ukrainians supported the demonstrations, reflecting widespread public opposition to the bill.

Imran Khan’s sons, Sulaiman and Kasim, have called on US President Donald Trump to help secure their father’s release, saying he is “one person who could make a difference.” In an interview with Piers Morgan, they said Trump and Imran Khan had “mutual respect” and “great conversations” while in office, Firstpost reported.

The brothers revealed they have applied for visas to visit Pakistan but face delays and warnings of possible arrest. “We’ve been told by officials and family sources that we could be arrested if we go,” Kasim said.

Despite this, they remain hopeful of travelling and believe Trump’s support could influence the situation, according to Firstpost.

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have agreed on a US-brokered economic cooperation framework tied to a June peace deal. It covers joint efforts in energy, infrastructure, health, minerals, and environmental protection.

Both nations affirmed full control over their natural resources and pledged to boost local mineral processing. A draft is in place, with public input to follow before final approval, according to Al Jazeera.