Iran-U.S. negotiations boost Asian markets, drive down oil prices
WEB DESK: The ongoing negotiations between Iran and the United States have positively influenced regional markets, leading to increased stability across Asian stock exchanges and...
Xi Jinping affirms China’s stance on unification during meeting with Taiwan opposition leader
BEIJING: China’s President Xi Jinping emphasized his firm stance against Taiwan’s independence during a meeting with Taiwanese opposition figure Cheng Li-wun in Beijing on Friday....
Iran signals restraint but warns aggressors of consequences
TEHRAN: Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has said his country is not seeking war with the United States or Israel, but made it clear that...
Trump warns of escalated military action against Iran if unforeseen events unfold
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning that if unpredictable circumstances arise, the United States may carry out even more intense and larger-scale...
Nobel peace prize nominations proposed for Pakistani leaders for mediating US-Iran ceasefire
LAHORE: A resolution has been introduced in the Punjab Assembly recommending the nomination of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim...
President Macron praises Pakistan’s mediation in Iran-US negotiations
WEB DESK: French President Emmanuel Macron spoke with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif today, praising Pakistan’s efforts in mediating talks that led to a ceasefire between...
Uncertainty over Iranian delegation arrival as envoy deletes Islamabad visit post
ISLAMABAD: Confusion briefly emerged over the arrival of Iran’s delegation for upcoming talks with the United States after Tehran’s envoy to Pakistan deleted a social...
Tight security in Islamabad ahead of crucial US-Iran peace negotiations
ISLAMABAD: Authorities have ramped up security across Islamabad as the country prepares to host high-level talks between the United States and Iran aimed at easing...
Iran designates alternate shipping lanes in Strait of Hormuz amid mine concerns
TEHRAN: Iran on Thursday introduced new navigation routes for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, warning of potential dangers posed by sea mines in...
Trump warns of renewed military action, says US forces to remain near Iran
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that American military assets will continue operating in and around Iran, warning that force could be used...
US, Iran ceasefire; Ships resume passage through Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN: In a significant development, a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran has led to the resumption of maritime activity in the Strait...
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World media hails Pakistan’s diplomatic push in preventing regional escalation
ISLAMABAD: Leading international media outlets have praised Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts for helping defuse a potentially major conflict in the region, highlighting Islamabad’s growing influence on...
PM Invites US, Iran for Islamabad talks following ceasefire breakthrough
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited delegations from Iran and the United States to Islamabad for high-level negotiations after both sides agreed to an...
White House denies nuclear strike claims as tensions rise ahead of Trump deadline
WASHINGTON: The White House has rejected speculation that recent comments by U.S. Vice President JD Vance hinted at a potential nuclear strike on Iran, as...
Islamabad set to host US–Iran talks as ceasefire framework gains momentum
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States, confirming that Islamabad will host high-level negotiations on April...
Global leaders applaud Pakistan’s role in securing US–Iran ceasefire
ISLAMABAD: World leaders on Wednesday commended Pakistan for its diplomatic efforts after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire aimed at opening...
Trump agrees to two-week Iran ceasefire following Pakistan’s diplomatic push
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, stepping back from imminent military action just hours before a key deadline tied to...
Russia, China veto Bahrain’s resolution to open the Strait of Hormuz in the UN security council
WEB DESK: Russia and China have vetoed Bahrain’s proposed resolution to open the Strait of Hormuz at the United Nations Security Council. According to Arab...
15 US personnel injures at Kuwait military base in Iranian Drone attack amid rising regional tension
KUWAIT CITY: An Iranian drone strike targeted the Ali Al Salem air base in Kuwait, causing injuries to fifteen American service members, according to a...
Tensions escalate as US-Israel launch fresh strikes on Iran’s Petrochemical Hub; Iran warns of radiation dangers
WEB DESK: In a series of renewed assaults, US and Israeli forces targeted Iran’s critical petrochemical sector once again, resulting in five fatalities and 170...
Oil prices rise amid rising tensions between US, Iran
WEB DESK: Crude oil prices continued their upward trajectory on Tuesday, driven by escalating rhetoric from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Iran. Trump issued stern...
Trump criticizes NATO as ‘Paper Tiger,’ revives Greenland annexation claim
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday sharply criticized the NATO alliance, accusing member states of failing to support Washington during the conflict with Iran...
Pakistan’s mediation in Iran conflict reaches ‘Critical Phase,’ says Envoy
ISLAMABAD: Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan has said that Islamabad’s diplomatic push to de-escalate the ongoing conflict is entering a decisive phase. In a message shared...
Iran rejects US ceasefire proposal, warns against further aggression
TEHRAN: Iran has dismissed the United States’ recent call for a ceasefire, warning that any pauses in hostilities would only give adversaries the opportunity to...
Iran, U.S. consider Pakistan-backed proposal for immediate ceasefire
ISLAMABAD: Iran and the United States have received a fresh proposal aimed at halting ongoing hostilities, with the plan potentially taking effect as early as...
Iran confirms death of IRGC intelligence Chief in reported attack
TEHRAN: Iranian state media on Monday confirmed the death of Majid Khademi, a senior commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), though details surrounding...
Oil prices surge amid Middle East tensions, Hormuz disruptions
WEB DESK: Global crude oil markets opened the week on a strong note, with prices climbing further as escalating conflict in the Middle East fuels...
Mediators intensify push for 45-day Iran–U.S. ceasefire
WEB DESK: Efforts to broker a temporary halt in hostilities between Iran and the United States have gained momentum, as mediators circulate a Pakistan-backed proposal...
Trump signals possible Iran deal by Monday amid tensions, threats
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump indicated that a potential agreement with Iran could be reached by Monday. According to Fox News, following an interview with...
Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum to Iran over Strait of Hormuz
WASHINGTON: Donald Trump has escalated tensions with Iran, warning Tehran to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face what he called...
Trump claims second downed US Airman rescued safely in Iran operation
WASHINGTON: Donald Trump announced Sunday that a second American airman shot down inside Iran has been successfully rescued and is “safe and sound” after a...
Iran claims US jet downed, offers reward for Pilot
TEHRAN: Iranian authorities have launched a manhunt for a US pilot, claiming that Iran’s air defense systems shot down a US military jet on Friday....
Trump claims U.S. can quickly reopen Strait of Hormuz
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump stated on Friday that the United States has the capability to reopen the Strait of Hormuz with just a bit more...
UN security council set to vote on Hormuz plan as China rejects use of force
WEB DESK: The United Nations Security Council is expected to vote on a draft resolution aimed at safeguarding commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz,...
Iran threatens ‘Devastating’ Retaliation as Trump warns intensified strikes
TEHRAN/WASHINGTON: Iran has vowed to launch “crushing” retaliatory attacks against the United States and Israel following fresh threats from US President Donald Trump to escalate...
Trump says Iran war nearing end, warns of intensified strikes
WASHINGTON: Donald Trump has claimed that the United States is close to achieving its key objectives in the ongoing war with Iran, while warning that...
Trump weighs U.S. exit from NATO over Iran dispute
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump has indicated that the United States is seriously contemplating withdrawing from the NATO alliance, following the alliance’s failure to support U.S....
Drone strike sparks massive blaze at Kuwait International Airport fuel tanks
WEB DESK: A suspected drone strike has hit Kuwait International Airport, igniting a major fire in fuel storage facilities, according to authorities. Officials from Kuwait...
Scientists create world’s smallest QR code for long-term data storage
WEB DESK: Researchers have engineered a microscopic QR code, smaller than most bacteria, offering a groundbreaking approach to data preservation. A team from Vienna University...
Donald Trump blasts European allies as rift deepens over Iran war
WASHINGTON: Tensions between the United States and its European allies have flared once again, as Donald Trump sharply criticized key partners for what he described...
US hits Isfahan military targets with Bunker-Buster Bombs as conflict escalates
TEHRAN: U.S. and Israeli forces carried out strikes on key military sites in Iran’s central Isfahan province early Tuesday, reportedly using powerful 2,000-pound bunker-buster bombs,...
Japan deploys long-range missiles near China amid rising tensions
TOKYO: Japan has stationed long-range missiles in its southwestern region close to China, a move aimed at strengthening its defense posture as relations between the...
Global oil market in turmoil as prices may surge to $200 per barrel
LONDON/NEW YORK: The global oil market is facing severe disruption following tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears that crude prices could climb as...
Iran confirms navy commander’s death as Trump says deal may be reached ‘soon’
American president says regime change in Iran has been achieved: US-Israel attacks hit Iran energy sites, cutting power to Tehran: UN peacekeeper killed in Lebanon:...
France condemns Houthi attacks on Israel, warns against escalation in Middle East
PARIS: France on Sunday condemned missile and drone attacks carried out by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on Israeli targets, warning that their involvement risks further escalating...
Israeli strike in southern Lebanon kills three journalists amid escalating conflict
BEIRUT: An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon on Saturday killed three journalists who were reporting on the ongoing conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, according to...
Islamabad hosts key four-nationtalks to ease Middle East crisis
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has taken centre stage in regional diplomacy as it hosts a crucial four-nation meeting today aimed at reducing tensions in the Middle East,...
Pakistan convenes high-stakes diplomatic huddle on rising Iran–US tensions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to host a crucial round of diplomacy as top foreign ministers from key regional players gather in the capital on March...
Ships paying up to $2 million for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN: Iran is allegedly working on a new mechanism that enables ships to traverse the Strait of Hormuz securely, despite the ongoing tensions with the...
Final moments captured”: Iranian media releases last image of Khamenei before death
TEHRAN: Iranian media outlets have shared an image they claim shows former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in his final moments before his death. Reports indicate...