A heated exchange took place in the US Senate as Democratic Congressman Seth Moulton challenged senior military leadership over the ongoing strategy regarding a potential conflict with Iran, raising sharp questions about the planning and consequences of possible military action. Read More: Congress takes control of Iran war During a congressional committee briefing, Moulton questioned Admiral […]
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PM takes stock of ties with Gulf nations amid Iran war
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Monday chaired a meeting with Pakistan’s ambassadors to Iran and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries at the Prime Minister’s Office. Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad lshaq Dar, Ahad Khan Cheema, Minister EAD, Dr Syed Tauqir Shah, Advisor to the PM, SAPM Syed Tariq Fatemi and Foreign […]
Iran war and oil crisis dominate BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting in India
Foreign ministers of the BRICS group gathered in New Delhi on Thursday for high-level talks dominated by the ongoing conflict involving Iran and its impact on global energy markets, trade stability and economic uncertainty. Read More: Iran war dominates BRICS Delhi meeting India, which holds the rotating BRICS chair this year, hosted representatives from the expanded bloc that […]
Trump heads to China amid Iran crisis
US President Donald Trump travelled to China on Wednesday for a crucial summit with President Xi Jinping. Before leaving Washington, Trump said he did not need Beijing’s help to end the ongoing Iran conflict. The remarks come as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz continue threatening global oil supplies and regional stability. Trump told reporters […]
US faces scrutiny after reported heavy aircraft losses in Iran war
A heated Senate committee hearing in Washington revealed fresh concerns over the military cost of the Iran conflict after Democratic Congressman Ed Case claimed the United States had lost 39 aircraft since fighting began on February 28. He cited figures from a US defense publication while questioning Pentagon Chief Financial Officer Jay Hurst about the […]
‘Iran war has cost US $29bn so far’
The United States’ war in Iran has cost $29 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Tuesday, an increase of $4 billion from an estimate provided late last month. With just six months before midterm elections in which President Donald Trump’s Republicans may face an uphill battle to keep their House majority, Democrats […]
US Admits Loss Of 39 Aircraft During Iran War Operations
Democratic Congressman Ed Case acknowledged that the United States suffered major aerial losses during the war with Iran. According to him, 39 American aircraft were destroyed during the conflict. Moreover, the revelation has triggered renewed debate about U.S. military strategy and wartime losses. During a special Senate committee hearing, Ed Case questioned Pentagon Chief Financial […]
IMF tranche buys time as Iran war tests Pakistan’s reform claims
Pakistan has secured another IMF tranche at a moment when the country badly needs reassurance, and the approval confirms that stabilisation has moved from promise to measurable compliance. The Fund’s board has cleared immediate access to about $1.32 billion, including around $1.1 billion under the Extended Fund Facility and about $220 million under the Resilience […]
Germany Merz urges NATO unity amid Iran war tensions
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Europe remains committed to maintaining a strong NATO alliance despite growing differences with the United States over the ongoing Iran war and related geopolitical issues. He made these remarks during a joint press conference in Stockholm with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson. Moreover, he emphasized that cooperation within NATO […]
Trump administration says Iran war ‘ended’ to avoid congressional approval deadline
The Trump administration has argued that its military operation in Iran has effectively been “terminated” following a ceasefire, a move that could allow the White House to avoid seeking formal congressional approval under US law. Read More: US lawmakers clash over Trump’s Iran strike authority According to a senior administration official, the US position is […]