The US and Chinese presidents discussed trade tensions, artificial intelligence, Taiwan and strategic competition during their meeting in Washington.

The former US national security adviser said China appears unwilling to support changes to the UN Security Council’s existing structure.

India’s External Affairs Minister held several bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly high-level session, discussing international challenges and cooperation.

Russian officials said hundreds of drones were intercepted around Moscow, while an oil refinery and other locations were reportedly damaged and at least three people were killed.

China officially confirmed the visit, which is taking place at the invitation of US President Donald Trump and is expected to include discussions on China-US relations and global issues.

Pakistan’s military said the operation took place along the N-25 highway near Kalat after armed men allegedly established a checkpoint to stop travellers.

Flight EY217 was scheduled to depart for Abu Dhabi at around 9:15 pm on Saturday but was cancelled after a technical problem was reported.

Journalists from the three media organisations were denied entry to the White House after President Donald Trump announced restrictions against them.

The blast took place at a mosque near the old Police Lines in Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.