Russia launched a large-scale drone and missile assault across Ukraine, striking major cities including Kyiv and Dnipro. The attacks killed at least 18 people and caused widespread destruction as diplomatic efforts remain stalled.

India and the United States are close to finalizing the first tranche of a bilateral trade agreement, with officials saying 99% of the deal is complete. Only minor legal and technical adjustments remain as negotiations continue.

Lebanon has announced a limited ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel aimed at reducing violence around Beirut and its suburbs. However, clashes continue in southern Lebanon, leaving broader regional peace efforts hanging in the balance.

Iran has halted negotiations with the US over the ongoing Israeli offensive in Lebanon, moving to block maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, Tasnim news agency has reported, citing sources.

US President Donald Trump has lashed out at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel’s escalation in Lebanon, Axios reported on Monday, citing two American officials and a third source briefed on the call.

The Foreign Ministry warned that the strikes endanger civilian safety and critical infrastructure, while reaffirming Kuwait’s right to defend its sovereignty.

The latest military escalation comes amid ongoing U.S.-led diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalating the broader regional conflict involving Iran.

Despite an active ceasefire, the United States and Iran exchanged new military strikes over the weekend, highlighting the fragility of ongoing peace negotiations.

Ryan Grim and Moeed Pirzada discuss the Pakistan cipher, Imran Khan’s removal, U.S. influence, and military politics.

The Lahore High Court’s ruling on overseas Pakistanis’ property disputes goes beyond legal interpretation, recognising the unique vulnerabilities faced by citizens living abroad and expanding protection under the 2025 Act.

In an interview with Dr Mooed Pirzada, Editor of Global Village Space, Prof. Marandi discussed Iran’s resilience in the face of U.S. and Israeli pressure

The piece reflects on the deep sense of alienation, grief, and identity crisis many Pakistanis feel following the removal and imprisonment of former Prime Minister Imran Khan

Dr. Trita Parsi joins Dr. Moeed Pirzada to discuss Trump’s Beijing summit with Xi Jinping, the Iran war, GCC divisions, UAE-Israel relations, Pakistan’s mediation efforts, and whether India is moving into a new strategic alignment in the Middle East.

General GD Bakshi, a prominent Indian defense analyst, criticized Donald Trump's aggressive foreign policies, particularly the U.S. and Israel's attack on Iran

In this in-depth interview, Laith Marouf joins Moeed Pirzada to analyze the rapidly evolving conflicts across the Middle East.

Can the US really end its decades-long conflict with Iran? Dr. Moeed Pirzada sits down with Dr. Trita Parsi to break down Trump’s peace strategy, Washington’s internal power struggle, and how Israel’s historical role continues to shape US-Iran relations. Peace deal or more pressure—what comes next?