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Friday, February 13, 2026

Türkiye, Saudi Arabia Forge Strategic Partnership on Syria, Gaza, Energy and Regional Stability

Türkiye and Saudi Arabia have pledged to elevate bilateral relations to a strategic level following high-level talks in Riyadh between President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Iran Signals Openness to US Talks as Nuclear Tensions and Regional Stakes Remain High

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has instructed his foreign minister to pursue negotiations with the United States, marking Tehran’s clearest signal yet that talks may resume despite heightened nuclear tensions and regional uncertainty.

Saudi Arabia Recalibrates Vision 2030, Scales Back Mega Projects Amid Fiscal Pressure

Riyadh shifts focus from headline-grabbing megacities to AI, logistics, mining, and tourism to attract foreign investment.

Trump Strikes High-Stakes Trade Deal With India, Cuts Tariffs to 18% as New Delhi Agrees to Halt Russian Oil

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a sweeping trade agreement with India that cuts U.S. tariffs on Indian goods to 18% from 50% in return for New Delhi halting purchases of Russian oil and lowering trade barriers.

World Bank President Ajay Banga Visits Gurdwara Panja Sahib, Highlights Interfaith Harmony in Pakistan

World Bank President Ajay Pal Singh Banga visited Gurdwara Sri Panja Sahib in Hasan Abdal, offering prayers and sharing langar, as Pakistan highlights religious harmony and discusses long-term economic cooperation with the World Bank.

Epstein Files Reveal Shipment of Sacred Kaaba Cloth to His US Home

Newly released Epstein documents detail a controversial 2017 shipment of sacred Kiswah cloth from the Kaaba in Mecca to Jeffrey Epstein’s U.S. residence, raising serious religious and ethical questions.

PM Modi “Danced and Sang” in Israel? Congress, Questions Over Epstein Email

India’s Congress party has launched a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi after his name was allegedly referenced in newly released Epstein-related documents. Citing the timeline of Modi’s 2017 visits to the US and Israel, Congress has demanded answers, calling the claims a matter of national dignity.

Imran Khan Undergoes Eye Procedure at PIMS Amid Family Concerns, Confirms Atta Tarar

Former PM Imran Khan underwent a 20-minute eye procedure at PIMS under strict security. His family and PTI demand access, transparency, and full medical disclosure.

Saudi Arabia Reassesses Mega Projects, Calls on Rich Families to Invest Amid Vision 2030 Shift

Saudi Arabia is scaling back ambitious mega projects under Vision 2030, turning to wealthy local families and strategic sectors like AI, mining, and tourism to diversify its economy and reduce reliance on oil revenues.

Saudi Arabia Pauses Construction of Mukaab Skyscraper Amid Feasibility Review

Saudi Arabia has suspended work on the colossal Mukaab skyscraper in Riyadh’s New Murabba district. With soil excavation done, construction is paused as authorities reassess feasibility and funding, reflecting a shift in Vision 2030 priorities.

Iran Protest Death Toll Tops 5002 as Internet Blackout Enters Third Week

The death toll from Iran’s nationwide protest crackdown has surpassed 5,000, activists say, as authorities maintain the country’s longest internet blackout and regional tensions escalate with growing U.S. military deployments.

Pakistan joins President Trump’s Board of Peace on Gaza

Pakistan has announced its decision to join U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace, expressing hope that the initiative will lead to a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, increased humanitarian assistance, and long-term reconstruction of the war-ravaged territory.
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