Pakistan, March 1 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has cancelled his planned two-day official visit to Russia amid rapidly changing regional security conditions. Officials confirmed that the decision followed careful assessment of developments affecting stability across the Middle East. The trip was originally scheduled to begin on March 2 with high diplomatic expectations. However, authorities prioritized national security and reassessed foreign travel plans accordingly.

Sources stated that the visit held significant importance in strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between Pakistan and Russia. The Prime Minister had intended to travel to Moscow for meetings focused on economic ties, trade opportunities, and stra...