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 […]
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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 […]
US Missile Shortage Fears Rise Amid Iran War Consumption
Iran war strains US missile stockpiles, raising supply concerns as heavy weapon use continues. Reports indicate that the United States faces a potential shortage of key missiles. The situation has emerged after sustained military operations during the conflict with Iran. Moreover, a U.S. media report said American forces used large quantities of missiles during recent […]
Rising petrol prices drive surge in electric vehicles sales
A sharp increase in global petrol prices amid tensions linked to the Iran war has significantly influenced consumer behavior across Europe, accelerating the shift toward electric vehicles (EVs). The surge in fuel costs has made traditional petrol-powered cars more expensive to operate, prompting many buyers to consider cleaner and more cost-efficient alternatives. Read More: Ex-PM […]
As Iran war strains ties with Trump’s US, UK looks to Europe
United States President Donald Trump’s unpredictability and stream of insults towards America’s historic ally are adding impetus to Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s bid to deepen ties with the 27-nation bloc, a decade after Britons narrowly voted to leave the European Union. “We have a government that is already eager to move closer towards the EU, […]