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 […]
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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 […]
Iran war erodes two years of economic gains, admits PM
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that Pakistan’s oil import bill has surged sharply by around 167% to $800 million per week, up from around $300 million before the ongoing regional conflict. The prime minister disclosed this while addressing the cabinet on Wednesday. “International oil prices have surged again. This Friday, we will announce […]
US Report Claims Gaps in Pentagon Iran War Briefings
The Pentagon may not be giving full details about the Iran war to President Donald Trump, according to a report by the American magazine The Atlantic. The report raises concerns about the accuracy and completeness of military briefings provided to top US leadership. According to the report, US Vice President JD Vance repeatedly questioned Pentagon […]
Israel’s Alleged UAE Iron Dome Deployment Sparks Global Debate
Israel deployed its Iron Dome system in the UAE during the Iran war, according to claims reported by a U.S. news website. The report stated that Israeli forces also sent military personnel to operate the system. This move highlighted growing defense cooperation during the conflict. According to the report, the deployment took place in the […]
Kuwait reopens airspace after Iran war disruption
Kuwait has announced the reopening of its airspace and the gradual resumption of operations at Kuwait International Airport following disruptions caused by the Iran war, according to official sources. Read More: Travel chaos grips Middle East after US, Israel strikes on Iran The Kuwait Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that airspace operations, which had been suspended due […]
California governor described the war as a “meaningless war” in Iran
Gavin Newsom has called for an immediate end to what he described as a “meaningless war” in Iran, urging the US federal government to shift its focus toward domestic economic challenges. Read More: Punjab and California declared ‘sister states’ In a recent statement, Newsom criticised US President Donald Trump, holding his administration responsible for rising inflation and […]
John Phelan removed from his role as US Navy Secretary amid Pentagon shake-up
John Phelan has been removed from his role as US Navy Secretary, marking another major leadership change within the Pentagon as the United States continues its military engagement with Iran. The sudden decision comes amid growing tensions within the defense establishment and ongoing conflict in the region. Read More: Pakistan stresses diplomacy as Hormuz tensions […]
Pakistan faces economic imperative in Iran war peace push
Sheikh Nadeem sat on a plastic chair outside his bedding store in the Pakistani capital Islamabad, scrolling through his phone as he waited for customers he knew were not coming. Between rising fuel costs and rolling blackouts due to the US-Israel war on Iran, and government restrictions on opening hours aimed at saving electricity, he […]