Five Iranian ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz following the reported lifting of a US naval blockade under a recent agreement between Washington and Tehran, according to Iranian media reports. Officials said the ships included three crude oil tankers and two cargo vessels that successfully navigated the strategic waterway. The Strait of Hormuz, […]
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US, Iran sign preliminary ceasefire accord
The United States (US) and Iran have electronically signed a preliminary agreement aimed at extending a fragile ceasefire and paving the way for broader negotiations, although key details of the accord remain unclear. US President Donald Trump announced that the agreement had been signed, describing it as an important step toward ending months of conflict […]
UAE denies reports of Iranian asset release deal
The United Arab Emirates has strongly denied media reports claiming it agreed to release billions of dollars in frozen Iranian assets, calling the allegations entirely false and unfounded. The foreign ministry clarified that no Iranian funds have been released, transferred, or facilitated through UAE financial systems. Officials issued a statement rejecting claims that up to […]
Saudi Arabia condemns Iran missile attacks
Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned reported Iranian missile attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain and pledged full support for both Gulf nations. The development is significant because it raises concerns about regional stability and maritime security in a strategically important area. The attacks have affected Gulf states already facing heightened security challenges and diplomatic tensions. In […]
US says Iran launched missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain
US military officials said Iran launched seven ballistic missiles toward Kuwait and Bahrain on Friday, hours after reporting that four one-way attack drones were intercepted. Read More: Iran fires warning missiles at US warships In a statement on social media, United States Central Command said it intercepted six of the missiles and that the seventh did not reach its intended […]
Iran strikes Kuwait airport as Gulf tensions escalate
Iranian drone and missile strikes hit Kuwait International Airport, leaving at least 63 people injured and disrupting air travel across the country. Kuwait’s Health Ministry said medical teams responded quickly to the emergency and carried out seven major surgeries for seriously wounded victims. The attack also resulted in one reported death, highlighting the growing risks […]
Iran US tensions rise after Gulf attacks
Hostilities between Iran and the United States escalated once again on Wednesday after Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed attacks on US military-linked targets in the Gulf region, while Washington said the strikes were either intercepted or failed to reach their intended objectives. Read More: Iran’s Supreme Leader warns Gulf nations over US bases According to Iranian state media, the […]
Pakistan receives third Qatar LNG cargo amid Gulf tensions
Pakistan has received its third liquefied natural gas cargo from Qatar within two weeks as regional tensions continue raising concerns about shipping routes and global energy supplies. The LNG tanker Fuwairit successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz and entered Pakistani waters before its scheduled docking at the Engro LNG Terminal on Monday. Officials said the […]
Iran war dominates BRICS Delhi meeting
The Iran conflict is expected to dominate the BRICS foreign ministers meeting beginning Thursday in New Delhi. The gathering will test the bloc’s ability to reach consensus on the escalating Gulf crisis. Divisions among member states could complicate efforts to issue a joint statement on regional tensions. Iran urged India, the current BRICS chair, to […]
Shehbaz Sharif condemns UAE attacks urges ceasefire and stability
Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned recent drone and missile strikes targeting civilian infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates, expressing full solidarity with President Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the Emirati people. He described the attacks as deeply concerning and reaffirmed Pakistan’s support during what he called a difficult and sensitive time for the region. […]