News Desk

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.

President Donald Trump reaffirmed support for Pakistan’s role in mediating US-Iran talks despite sharp criticism from Senator Lindsey Graham, who questioned Islamabad’s neutrality amid reports alleging Pakistan may be sheltering Iranian military assets.

The United States plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, marking a significant shift in transatlantic relations. The move follows escalating tensions between President Donald Trump and European leaders over the Iran war, with disputes over strategy, support, and NATO responsibilities deepening divisions.

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?

Pakistani tanker Shalamar breaks through Hormuz blockade, signaling limited revival of oil transit amid US-Iran tensions

Iran launched missiles toward Saudi Arabia and Israel, while calls to protect key infrastructure highlighted growing fears of a wider conflict.

With the Strait of Hormuz largely shut, global oil prices have surged, shaking markets worldwide. Meanwhile, a proposal from former Iranian diplomat Mohammad Javad Zarif hints at possible negotiations, though fighting continues and uncertainty dominates the region.