US Vice President JD Vance sharply criticized members of Israel’s government, saying the country is increasingly isolated and has failed to appreciate American military and diplomatic backing.

The delay comes amid disputes over Iran's nuclear program, sanctions relief, the Strait of Hormuz, and ongoing Israeli military operations in Lebanon, raising questions about the future of the fragile ceasefire.

At least 24 people have been killed amid protests led by supporters of the banned Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), while authorities have imposed internet restrictions, road closures and a widespread security crackdown.

The group also endorsed a France-UK-led maritime security initiative and welcomed the emerging U.S.-Iran agreement, which could help stabilize the region and restore confidence in global energy markets.

he operation involves military surveillance, drones, helicopters, and coordinated tanker movements, highlighting the strategic importance of maintaining global oil supplies during the ongoing regional crisis.

His remarks highlight growing tensions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as Washington pushes for a broader regional peace deal involving Iran and Lebanon.

Private-sector backed fund could become a key pillar of a future U.S.-Iran agreement, supporting reconstruction and investment.

The deal, expected to be signed in Switzerland, remains under scrutiny as details have not been publicly released.

AJK depends on federal transfers to fund its government, but Pakistan also relies on the region’s water, hydropower and diaspora-linked remittances.

The region deserves sustained national attention, not episodic visibility, through policies that prioritize representation, resilience, and long-term prosperity for its people.

The recent US-Israel-Iran conflict has exposed the vulnerabilities of the Middle East’s security architecture and highlighted the need for the Gulf region to reduce dependence on external powers by pursuing deeper economic integration and regional cooperation.

The 2026 Iran war exposed the limits of India’s strategic autonomy, revealing that New Delhi could no longer balance competing relationships in the Middle East as effectively as it once did.

Ryan Grim and Moeed Pirzada discuss the Pakistan cipher, Imran Khan’s removal, U.S. influence, and military politics.

The Lahore High Court’s ruling on overseas Pakistanis’ property disputes goes beyond legal interpretation, recognising the unique vulnerabilities faced by citizens living abroad and expanding protection under the 2025 Act.

In an interview with Dr Mooed Pirzada, Editor of Global Village Space, Prof. Marandi discussed Iran’s resilience in the face of U.S. and Israeli pressure

The piece reflects on the deep sense of alienation, grief, and identity crisis many Pakistanis feel following the removal and imprisonment of former Prime Minister Imran Khan