Iraqi militias celebrating US ‘defeat’ (VIDEOS)

Shiite militias hailed the complete withdrawal of US troops from Iraq on Wednesday as a “historic victory” over Washington, which maintained a military presence in the country for a combined 20 years.

Iran likely involved in suspected terror plot near airbase – UK PM

There are strong indications that Iran was involved in a suspected terrorism-related incident at RAF Fairford airbase in southwestern England, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said.

Pakistan’s Real Problem: Pak Army or the Magical Powers of Army Chief?

Writing Pakistan’s military problem goes beyond the Army itself. It lies in the concentration of political and economic power around the Army Chief, and the challenge of restoring constitutional civilian authority.

The Verdict Has Not Changed: When a Woman’s No Is Still Negotiable

From Qandeel Baloch to Sana Yousaf, the names change but the old verdict remains: a woman’s life and her right to say no are still treated as negotiable.

Innocent Before the Inquiry Began

She did everything the world tells its daughters to do — get educated, serve your country, live within the fence. Still, she was not given a fair chance to have her case heard.

Iran proposes plan to reopen Hormuz within seven days: minister

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Friday that Tehran had offered Washington a plan that would see the Strait of Hormuz reopened to maritime navigation within seven days once agreed.

Major pro-Khan protest delayed in Pakistan

A demonstration in support of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan in Pakistan has been delayed by a week, organisers said, citing an effort to wear down the government.

Netanyahu Faces UN Walkout, Protests During New York Visit

Dozens of delegates walked out as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the UN General Assembly

Iran offers Trump deal before US elections

Iran has offered the US a new deal aimed at ending the months-long conflict before the November midterm elections, directly challenging President Donald Trump’s claim that Tehran is deliberately waiting until after the vote to reach an agreement.

Pakistan confirms Afghan strikes after resident says Kandahar hit

An overnight airstrike hit the southern Afghan city of Kandahar, home to the Taliban government's supreme leader, a resident told AFP early Thursday.

Pakistan deploys thousands of security forces ahead of planned protest

Authorities in Pakistan's capital blocked main access routes to the city with double-stacked shipping containers Thursday ahead of a weekend demonstration by supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan.

Iran’s Pezeshkian accuses Trump of ‘bullying mentality,’ vows no surrender

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused US President Donald Trump of a "bullying mentality" at the United Nations on Wednesday