KARACHI — Rising tensions in the Gulf region have triggered a noticeable withdrawal of foreign investment from Pakistan, with millions of dollars exiting domestic bond markets in recent days, according to data released by the State Bank of Pakistan. Read More: Russia, China urge diplomacy amid Gulf tensions The central bank’s figures show that approximately $20 […]
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Pakistan assures Iran of support for regional peace
ISLAMABAD — Shehbaz Sharif has assured Iran leadership that Pakistan will continue to play a constructive role in promoting regional peace and stability amid rising tensions in the Gulf. Read More: Dar stresses diplomacy for regional peace in meeting with Iran’s envoy The prime minister conveyed these remarks during a telephone conversation with Masoud Pezeshkian, during which both leaders […]
Pakistan, Malaysia urge peace amid rising tensions in Gulf region
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephonic conversation with Malaysian Prime Minister Dato Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Friday, exchanging Eid-ul-Fitr greetings and calling for calm amid escalating hostilities in Iran and the Gulf region. During their discussion, both leaders emphasized the need for de-escalation of conflicts, stressing joint efforts to promote peace and stability […]
China pledges emergency aid to Iran, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq
China announced on Tuesday that it will provide emergency humanitarian assistance to Iran, Jordan, Lebanon, and Iraq amid escalating regional conflicts. Officials cited worsening humanitarian conditions, emphasizing the urgent need to support civilians affected by the ongoing violence across the Middle East. At a briefing in Beijing, foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said the fighting […]
Iran asks India to release seized tankers amid Hormuz tensions
New Delhi — Iran has asked India to release three tankers seized earlier this year as part of ongoing discussions aimed at ensuring the safe passage of vessels through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, according to sources familiar with the matter. Read More: Iran allows two Indian LPG tankers to cross Strait of Hormuz Indian authorities […]
Abu Dhabi detains 45 over sharing footage amid Iran strikes
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have arrested 45 individuals, including several foreigners, for allegedly recording sensitive sites and sharing footage on social media during ongoing Iranian missile strikes in the Gulf region. Officials cited public safety concerns as a primary reason for the detentions. The city’s police said the suspects were filming locations during security incidents […]
Trump warns more strikes on Iran as Gulf tensions rise
Donald Trump warned that the United States could launch additional strikes on Kharg Island, a key Iranian oil export hub, as tensions escalate between United States and Iran. The remarks came as the regional conflict entered another intense phase with no immediate signs of de-escalation. Trump claimed that recent American attacks had “totally demolished” […]
Trump rejects talks, signals total war as Iran conflict widens
U.S. President Donald Trump said he is not interested in negotiations with Iran and suggested the war may continue until Tehran loses its military strength and leadership capacity. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, he argued that an ongoing air campaign could render talks meaningless if Iran’s command structure is destroyed. He added that […]
PM seeks austerity-based economic plan amid Gulf tensions
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday directed the preparation of a comprehensive plan based on austerity and savings in view of the existing global economic pressures caused by tensions in the neighbouring region. He issued these directions while chairing a review meeting on the country’s economic situation in the current global context. During the […]
Iran waits for US escort as Strait of Hormuz tension escalates
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards announced on Saturday that they are waiting for US forces to provide escort for ships passing through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime chokepoint where commercial traffic remains severely restricted amid ongoing regional conflict. Read More: Oil surges as Hormuz disruption shakes global supply Spokesman Ali Mohammad Naini warned that any decisions […]