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Iranian parliament speaker hosts Pakistan’s army chief for talks amid mediation with US

Pakistan steps up its diplomatic role as Army Chief Asim Munir meets Iranian officials in Tehran, aiming to revive US-Iran talks and reduce escalating Middle East tensions.

Pakistani Tanker ‘Shalamar’ Becomes First to Exit Strait of Hormuz Amid U.S. Naval Blockade

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

‘You’re killing children!’: Vance heckled at key MAGA event (VIDEOS)

US Vice President J.D. Vance was forced to defend Washington’s policy in Gaza...

Trump says Iran war should end ‘soon’, both sides may meet at weekend

U.S. President Donald Trump hints at a breakthrough Iran deal, with Pakistan playing a crucial diplomatic role amid fragile ceasefires in Lebanon and rising global economic concerns.

Trump says he may go to Islamabad if Iran deal reached

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that if a deal with Iran to end the war was reached and signed in Islamabad, he might go there, claiming that Iran had agreed to almost everything.

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire takes effect: As it happened

US President Donald Trump has announced that a ten-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been agreed upon following talks in Washington.

Pakistan pushes Iran–US talks forward, but nuclear disputes stall ceasefire progress

Iran and the United States have made limited progress under Pakistani mediation, raising hopes for extending the ceasefire and holding further talks.

Hopes for Middle East peace grow with Israel and Lebanon eyeing ceasefire

Optimism is growing that the Middle East conflict may be nearing de-escalation as Pakistan plays a key mediating role between Iran and the United States. Talks focus on a possible ceasefire, nuclear tensions, and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. However, investors remain cautious amid repeated diplomatic setbacks.

Dubai’s landmark Burj Al Arab hotel will shut for 18-month refurb amid tourism decline

Dubai’s iconic Burj Al Arab will temporarily close for an 18-month renovation, marking its first major upgrade since opening in 1999, amid declining regional tourism.

Iran supreme leader’s adviser threatens to sink US ships in Hormuz strait

The military adviser to Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Wednesday warned that Iran would sink American ships in the Strait of Hormuz if the United States decided to "police" the key shipping bottleneck.

US says optimistic about reaching peace deal with Iran

The United States is discussing a possible second round of peace talks with Iran in Pakistan and is optimistic about reaching a deal, US officials said

Pakistani army chief visits Tehran in bid to broker renewed talks between US and Iran

Pakistan’s army chief is set to meet with Iranian officials in Tehran on Thursday in a bid to ease tensions in the Middle East and arrange a second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran after almost seven weeks of war.

Türkiye rocked by second school shooting in two days

A gunman has opened fire at a secondary school in the city of Kahramanmaras in south-eastern Türkiye, a local governor has said. It is the second such incident in the country in as many days.

Trump ‘permanently opening’ Strait of Hormuz ‘for China’

US President Donald Trump has said he is “permanently opening” the Strait of Hormuz, claiming he is making the move for China “and the world.” Trump also said Beijing has agreed “not to send weapons to Iran.”

Iran considering easing Strait of Hormuz restrictions – Reuters

Iran could consider allowing ships to pass freely through the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz if the US offers concessions, Reuters reported on Wednesday, citing a source briefed by Tehran.

Epic Fury: A Bay of Pigs All Over Again

When advice is ignored, process collapses, and history quietly repeats itself

Load-Shedding Reality Worse Than Promised, Public Left Frustrated

Unannounced and prolonged power outages, far exceeding official load-shedding schedules, are disrupting daily life across urban and rural areas.

Saudi Arabia backstops Pakistan with $3 billion as UAE debt looms

Saudi ​Arabia will provide $3 billion in additional support for Pakistan to help...

Australia police investigate Katy Perry over sexual assault allegations

US pop star Katy Perry is under investigation in Australia over allegations of sexual assault made by actor Ruby Rose, police and media said Wednesday.

Lavrov says Russia can ‘compensate’ for China’s resource gap from Iran war: Russian state media

Russia's foreign minister said that his country could make up for China's energy...

Pakistan PM heads to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey with efforts on for US-Iran talks

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is to embark on a four-day diplomatic blitz to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey on Wednesday, Islamabad's foreign ministry said

Hopes rise for renewed talks as US military says Iran blockade is in force

Hopes rose for renewed talks between the United States and Iran on Wednesday, as the U.S. military said its blockade of Iranian ports was in full effect and Tehran threatened to retaliate by strike targets across the war-weary region.

Italy suspends defense agreement with Israel

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced the suspension of a defense agreement with Israel amid tensions over the war in the Middle East.

Pakistan’s Mediation Efforts Wins Praise from JD Vance and World Leaders

Global leaders, including JD Vance and Keir Starmer, have praised Pakistan’s pivotal role in facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran.

Vance’s Departure from Islamabad: A Missed Opportunity for Regional Peace

The world needed a deal. It didn’t get one. But the window may not be fully closed yet.

Lebanon, Israel to meet for tough talks in Washington

Lebanese and Israeli representatives are scheduled to meet in Washington Tuesday for US-mediated talks on ending the war in Lebanon, but the prospects of an agreement appear slim.

US, Iranian teams could return to Islamabad for peace talks this week, four sources

Pakistan has proposed hosting a second round of talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad in the coming days, before the end of the ceasefire, two Pakistani officials said.

How a US blockade near the Strait of Hormuz could work and the impact ahead for the global economy

A blockade of Iranian ports that President Donald Trump said began Monday could further disrupt oil prices

Trump casts himself as Jesus after attacking Pope (AI IMAGES)

The post triggered backlash, with some users suggesting the figure being healed resembled the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Iran demands reparations from Arab states

Iran has demanded that five Arab states hosting US bases pay reparations for American and Israeli airstrikes on its territory.