TEHRAN: Iran’s state media reported on Saturday that the country carried out a drone strike on…
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US and Iran Search for Missing Fighter Jet Crew Member
TEHRAN: Iranian forces continued their search on Saturday for a missing United States pilot following the…
Iran Never Refused Islamabad Talks, Says FM Abbas Araghchi, Rejects US Media Claims
TEHRAN: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has dismissed claims by US media, stating that Tehran has…
Pakistan’s True Challenge; Building Institutional Unity for Stability and Growth
By: Syed Feroz Ahmed Pakistan’s main challenge is not merely weak leadership or flawed policies; rather,…
The Narrow Window Before Escalation
By: Sada Cumber There are moments in regional conflict when escalation is not incremental, but structural.…
Rising tensions with Iran: Donald Trump puts NATO under strain
BRUSSELS: The NATO alliance has faced existential challenges in recent years, from the war in Ukraine…
Trump Warns Iran Bridges and Power Plants Could Be Targeted Next in Escalation
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran’s bridges and power plants, posting on Truth…
UAE Dismisses Residency Claims, Reaffirms Protection for Iranians
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has dismissed recent media reports about the residency status of…
FO Says Pakistan Working Closely with US to Promote Dialogue
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has reaffirmed that it remains in close coordination with the United States while intensifying…
UK Leads Global Talks to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions and Energy Crisis
LONDON: Keir Starmer announced that Britain will convene a meeting of around 35 countries this week…
Govt mulls shipping options as Iran allows limited Hormuz passage
Islamabad: Pakistan is weighing options such as allowing other ships to carry essential cargo under its…
US Deploys 82nd Airborne Troops to Middle East Amid Iran War
WASHINGTON: Thousands of soldiers from the US Army’s elite 82nd Airborne Division have begun arriving in…
US Strikes Weapons Depot in Isfahan Using 2,000-Pound Bombs
Tehran: The United States has carried out an airstrike on Isfahan, Iran, deploying 2,000-pound bunker-buster bombs,…
Pakistan’s Growing Diplomatic Role and Its Impact on Global Stability
By: Syed Feroz Ahmed Recent developments in the Middle East have drawn attention to ongoing tensions…
Iran confirms death of IRGC Navy chief Tangsiri after US‑Israeli strikes
TEHRAN: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed the martyrdom of Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, its…
President to discuss Middle East peace initiatives and Pakistan’s facilitation
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari will chair a high-level meeting today to review the ongoing Middle…
Donald Trump signals possible Iran deal, keeps military option open
WASHINGTON: Tensions remain high in the Middle East as diplomatic and military fronts continue to unfold…
PM Shehbaz appreciates diplomatic engagement, reiterates Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace
ISLAMABAD: Shehbaz Sharif on Monday expressed gratitude to the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and…
Pakistan Facilitates US-Iran Contacts as Regional Talks Begin
ISLAMABAD: A two-day quadrilateral meeting of foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Egypt and Pakistan is…
Iran Allows 20 More Pakistani Ships Through Strait of Hormuz: Dar
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Sunday announced that Iran has…
Pakistan and Egypt Agree to Deepen Bilateral Ties, Boost Cooperation
Islamabad: Pakistan and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing coordination on…
In Call With PM Shehbaz, Iran’s Pezeshkian Urges Trust‑Building to Support Talks
ISLAMABAD: In a phone call on Saturday, Iran’s President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of…
Thai Prime Minister Announces Deal With Iran on Hormuz Shipping
BANGKOK: Thailand has reached an agreement with Iran to allow Thai oil vessels safe passage through…
Houthis Fire First Missile at Israel, Opening New Front in Middle East War
Yemen: Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for their first missile attack on Israel since the…