The United States (US) House of Representatives has approved a resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s authority to continue military action against Iran without explicit congressional approval, marking a significant challenge to the administration’s war policy. Read More: Resolution moved in US House to designate Mar 23 as a Pakistan Day The resolution passed on Wednesday […]
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Trump delays Iran strike amid Gulf leaders appeal
US President Donald Trump said he postponed a planned military strike on Iran after Gulf leaders urged restraint, citing renewed hopes for diplomacy to end the ongoing conflict. Trump revealed that a large-scale assault had been prepared for Tuesday after Iran rejected the outlines of a proposed agreement. However, leaders from Qatar, Saudi Arabia and […]
Report claims Israel ran covert bases in Iraq targeting Iran
A new report by The New York Times has claimed that Israel operated two covert military bases in Iraq for more than a year, allegedly using them to support operations targeting Iran. According to the report, one of the secret installations was located in Iraq’s western desert near al-Nukhaib in Najaf province. The base was […]
Oil rises after UAE attack sparks fresh supply fears
Global oil prices climbed to their highest levels in nearly two weeks on Monday after a drone attack targeted a nuclear power facility in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), raising concerns over further instability in the Middle East and disruptions to energy supplies. Read More: Pakistan fuel prices surge sharply after global oil shock Brent crude futures […]
UAE denies reports of Netanyahu secret visit during Iran conflict
The United Arab Emirates has denied claims that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a secret visit to the country during the Iran conflict. The clarification came after the Israeli prime minister’s office reportedly stated on Wednesday that Netanyahu had travelled to the UAE during the Iran war and held a meeting with the Emirati […]
Pakistan calls envoy consultation amid crisis
Pakistan has decided to consult its ambassadors posted in key countries amid rising regional tensions. The move comes in response to the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel against Iran. Officials say the consultation aims to safeguard Pakistan’s national interests during the escalating crisis. According to sources, a mini conference of Pakistani envoys […]
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 […]
US congressman cites report of aircraft losses in Iran conflict
A US congressman has claimed that the United States lost dozens of military aircraft during the conflict with Iran, citing an external defence report during a congressional hearing. Democratic Congressman Ed Case said during a Senate committee hearing that around 39 US aircraft had reportedly been destroyed since the outbreak of war with Iran on […]
Travelers turn to “plan B” amid Iran war impact
The ongoing Iran-related conflict and rising global oil prices are reshaping summer holiday plans across Europe and beyond, with travellers increasingly opting for flexible and closer-to-home alternatives. Tourists and industry experts say uncertainty in global travel routes, higher airfares and fears of cancellations are pushing people to rethink long-haul vacations and adopt “plan B” strategies […]
Trump to visit China this week amid trade and iran talks
Beijing has confirmed that United States President Donald Trump will visit China from May 13 to 15, marking a significant diplomatic engagement between the two global powers amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The visit, announced by China’s foreign ministry on Monday, comes at a time when Washington and Beijing remain divided over trade policies, regional security […]