Pakistan and nine other countries have jointly condemned Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla, describing the action as a violation of international law and a threat to humanitarian efforts aimed at assisting Palestinians in Gaza. In a joint statement issued by the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Turkiye, Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, Indonesia, Jordan, Libya, Maldives […]
Middle East conflict
Pakistan relays revised Iranian proposal to US
Pakistan delivered a revised Iranian proposal to the United States to help end the Middle East conflict on Monday. Iranian officials confirmed Islamabad conveyed Tehran’s position during ongoing mediation efforts between both countries. The development matters because stalled negotiations continue threatening regional stability, global energy supplies, and diplomatic relations. A Pakistani source told Reuters that […]
IMF says Pakistan’s economic recovery holds despite regional risks
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said Pakistan’s economic recovery remains on track due to steady policy implementation, while warning that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could create fresh risks for growth, inflation and external stability. Read More: IMF pressures Pakistan to tighten money laundering controls In its latest assessment released after completing the third review […]
Iran warns US to accept peace proposal or face continued setbacks
Iran has warned the United States to accept its latest peace proposal or face continued setbacks, as tensions remain high despite an ongoing ceasefire in the wider Middle East conflict. Read More: Trump rejects Iran proposal as peace deal hopes fade Iran’s chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said Washington has no option but to recognise what Tehran calls the […]
Iran ceasefire on life support as Trump rejects response
US President Donald Trump stated that the ceasefire with Iran is on “life support” after he rejected Tehran’s response to a US peace proposal. He said the reply showed little progress and increased doubts about continuing diplomatic efforts. As a result, tensions remain high in the 10-week-long conflict involving Iran and its regional allies. Furthermore, […]
Pakistan extends austerity drive amid rising regional tensions
Pakistan has extended its nationwide austerity and fuel conservation measures until June 13 as uncertainty surrounding the Middle East conflict continues to pressure global oil markets and regional economies. The decision came after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif approved recommendations from the implementation committee, aiming to control government spending and reduce fuel consumption during a fragile […]
Iran warns US of retaliation amid rising Strait tensions
Iran has warned of strong retaliation against the United States if Iranian ships face further attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh fears of escalation in an already volatile maritime region. The warning comes as US forces continue enforcing restrictions on Iranian vessels in response to Tehran’s asserted control over the strategic waterway. Moreover, […]
Pakistan urges action over Israeli policies in occupied West Bank
Pakistan has called on the international community to intervene over what it described as Israel’s systematic annexation of the occupied West Bank, expansion of settlements, and forced displacement of Palestinians. The remarks were made by Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, during an Arria-formula meeting at the United Nations focused on […]
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill 31 despite ceasefire
Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon have reportedly killed at least 31 people, according to Lebanese media, despite an ongoing ceasefire agreement aimed at reducing hostilities in the region. Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency reported that the latest strikes took place on Friday across multiple locations in southern Lebanon, marking one of the deadliest days […]
Trump claims US warships crossed Hormuz safely
US President Donald Trump has claimed that three American destroyer warships successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz despite what he described as an attempted Iranian attack during the transit. Read More: Trump says US forces are ‘clearing’ Strait of Hormuz In a statement shared on his social media platform, Trump said the US naval vessels passed through the strategic […]