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Sweet heist? Nestle says 12 tonnes of KitKat stolen

A huge shipment of Nestle's crunchy KitKat chocolate bars was stolen in Europe, the brand said, warning that the heist risked causing shortages in stores right before Easter.

Russia is sending upgraded drones used in the Ukraine war to Iran, officials say

Russia is sending a shipment of drones to Iran including upgraded versions of the drone technology that Tehran originally supplied to Moscow after its invasion of Ukraine, U.S. and European officials told The Associated Press this week.

Attacks across Middle East as Iran war enters second month

Gulf countries and Israel came under missile fire and Israeli forces struck Iran on Saturday, as the war raged into its second month with Washington expressing hopes for progress in talks with Tehran.

India approves $25 bn defence buys, including Russian missile systems

India has approved defence purchases worth about $25 billion, the defence ministry said, including additional Russian-made S-400 long-range missile systems.

Yemen’s Houthis launch first missile attack on Israel during Mideast war

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels on Saturday claimed their first strike on Israel since the start of the Middle East war a month ago, after the Israeli military said it was intercepting an attack.

Pakistan to host Saudi, Turkey, Egypt for talks on Mideast war

Foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt will meet in Islamabad for talks on the war in the Middle East, the Pakistan government said on Saturday.

Trump claims Iran’s new supreme leader is ‘probably gay’

The US president has previously made disparaging remarks about Mojtaba Khamenei

Iran Guards say ‘turned back’ three ships in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said Friday that they had turned back three ships trying to transit the Strait of Hormuz, adding the route was closed to vessels travelling to and from ports linked to its "enemies".

Hamza Ali Abbasi’s sister Dr Fazeela Abbasi named in Rs. 25 billion money laundering probe

Dr Fazeela Abbasi has come under investigation in an alleged Rs. 25 billion money laundering case involving multiple bank accounts and foreign transactions.

Naseem Shah sparks controversy with ‘queen’ jibe at Maryam Nawaz’s PSL appearance

Naseem Shah sparked controversy after a ‘queen’ jibe at Maryam Nawaz during the PSL opener surfaced on his X account.

Nepal’s youngest prime minister takes the oath of office

Nepal’s youngest prime minister took the oath of office Friday after his party won a landslide victory in elections earlier this month, and following a youth-led uprising that toppled the government in September.

Why Pakistan has emerged as a mediator between US and Iran

 As fears of a wider regional conflict escalate following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran that began in late February, Pakistan has emerged as an unexpected mediator, offering to help bring Washington and Tehran to the negotiating table.

Meta and Google fined for causing child addiction

A jury in California found Alphabet’s Google and Meta liable for $6 million in damages on Wednesday in a landmark lawsuit in which the social media giants were accused of being legally responsible for the addictive design of their platforms.

Pakistan Intervention Halts Israeli Plot to Target Top Iran’s Araghchi, Ghalibaf

Pakistan intervened to halt a reported Israeli plan to target Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, preserving fragile diplomatic channels. As Tehran reviews a U.S. peace proposal, Islamabad, Turkey, and Egypt continue mediation efforts to end the escalating Middle East conflict.

Iran and the US harden their positions as Tehran keeps its grip on the Strait of Hormuz

Iran and the United States hardened their positions as a diplomatic push for a ceasefire in the Middle East war appeared to falter on Thursday

Iran FM says ‘we do not intend to negotiate’

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Wednesday that Iran did not plan to negotiate with the United States and intended to keep fighting, after the White House said talks were ongoing.

Australia bans visitors from Iran

Australia banned visitors from Iran on Thursday, saying war in the Middle East increased the risk they would refuse to fly home once their short-term visas expired.

Iran responds to Trump’s 15-point ultimatum – media

Iran has dismissed out of hand a proposed US 15-point roadmap for peace. 

12 wounded in Israel following Iranian missile launch: emergency services

Israeli emergency services said at least 12 people were injured in the centre of the country on Tuesday evening following a missile launch from Iran.

At least 1,000 US troops from 82nd Airborne set to deploy to Mideast, AP sources say

The U.S. military is preparing to deploy at least 1,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East in the coming days

Iran says ‘non-hostile vessels’ can transit Strait of Hormuz: statement to IMO

Iran has said "non-hostile vessels" can transit the Strait of Hormuz if they meet safety and security regulations in coordination with the relevant authorities, according to a statement released to the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Spanish PM says Middle East war ‘far worse’ than Iraq in 2003

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez warned Wednesday that the Middle East war presented a "far worse" scenario than the invasion of Iraq in 2003.

EU shelves Russian oil ban as Iran war rattles energy markets

The EU has put plans on hold for a complete ban on Russian oil imports, news outlets have reported. The move comes amid renewed turbulence in energy markets driven by the war in the Middle East. 

Trump Shares PM Shehbaz’s Call for US–Iran Peace Talks

US President Donald Trump reshared Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s offer for Pakistan to host potential peace talks between the United States and Iran.

Middle East War Escalates: Trump Peace Plan Faces Iranian Rejection Amid Deadly Airstrikes

Deadly airstrikes continue between Israel and Iran, while Hezbollah and Gulf states face drone attacks. Partial reopening of the Strait of Hormuz brings limited relief to global energy markets.

Israel and Iran Exchanged Airstrikes as Tehran Rejects US Peace Talks

Drone attacks hit Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, while Israel targeted Tehran’s infrastructure, escalating tensions and deepening the global energy crisis.

Iran Mocks, Claims US Is “Negotiating With Itself” Amid Middle East Peace Talks

An Iranian military spokesperson ridiculed U.S. efforts, saying Americans are “negotiating with themselves,” a day after President Trump announced a 15-point peace plan. Regional powers including Turkey, Egypt, and Pakistan are pushing for a ceasefire, while Washington claims progress on nuclear and energy talks.

Tel Aviv mayor says building damaged in ‘direct’ hit after Iran missile warning

The mayor of Tel Aviv said a "direct strike" damaged a building on Tuesday after an Iranian missile attack warning, as Israeli first responders said they had treated four people for light injuries.

Trump’s changing course on Strait of Hormuz strategy raises questions about US war preparation

At war with Iran, President Donald Trump is cycling through an increasingly desperate list of options as he searches for a solution to the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz

Pakistan could host US-Iran talks – media

Pakistan could host talks between the US and Iran on ending the Middle East conflict, according to reports.