An Indian crew member was killed and eight others were injured after two United Arab Emirates-owned oil tankers were reportedly struck by Iranian cruise missiles near the Strait of Hormuz, according to the UAE Ministry of Defence. The ministry said the attack occurred while the two tankers were sailing through Omani territorial waters along the […]
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Pakistan condemns Houthi missile attacks on Saudi Arabia
Pakistan has strongly condemned the ballistic missile attacks launched by Yemen’s Houthi movement against Saudi Arabia, reaffirming its unwavering support for the Kingdom’s security, sovereignty and territorial integrity. The condemnation came during an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), where the deteriorating security situation in Yemen and the wider Middle East was […]
US to enforce maritime blockade on Iran
The United States (US) is set to begin enforcing a maritime blockade on Iran from 2000 GMT on July 14, marking a significant escalation in tensions between Washington and Tehran amid the ongoing regional conflict. Read More: Trump declares Iran blockade back, says US will charge Hormuz fees According to an advisory issued by the US Navy-led Joint Maritime […]
PSX declines as Middle East tensions weigh on markets
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) came under significant selling pressure on Monday as escalating tensions in the Middle East and a sharp rise in global oil prices dampened investor confidence. Read More: PSX tumbles after Trump Iran move The benchmark KSE-100 Index fell to an intraday low of 179,448.52, losing 2,793.25 points, or 1.53%, from its […]
Israeli strikes kill six more in Gaza despite ceasefire
At least six Palestinians, including a nine-year-old girl, were killed in fresh Israeli military strikes in Gaza, according to Arab media reports, as allegations of ceasefire violations continue to fuel concerns over the fragile truce. Read More: Israel resumes Gaza ceasefire enforcement amid renewed tensions The latest attacks reportedly targeted areas in Gaza, leaving several other people injured. […]
PM Shehbaz visits Qatar to offer condolences
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif departed for Qatar on Monday on a one-day official visit to express condolences over the passing of former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, reaffirming the close and longstanding ties between Pakistan and Qatar. Read More: Pakistan, Qatar pledge stronger ties amid middle East tensions According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), […]
Strait of Hormuz tensions deepen amid US-Iran conflict
Tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified after both countries asserted authority over the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, following a new wave of military strikes and maritime incidents that have raised concerns about regional stability and global energy security. Read More: US seeks Iran pledge to secure Strait of Hormuz shipping According to […]
US seeks Iran pledge to secure Strait of Hormuz shipping
The United States (US) is seeking a public commitment from Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open for commercial shipping and to stop attacks on civilian vessels as fresh negotiations between the two countries are set to begin in Oman. The talks come after recent tensions in the strategic waterway raised concerns about global […]
Fresh US airstrikes on Iran triggered retaliatory attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain
The conflict between the United States and Iran has intensified once again after Washington launched a fresh wave of airstrikes on Iranian military targets, prompting Tehran to retaliate with attacks targeting Kuwait and Bahrain. The latest escalation has raised fears of a broader regional conflict and further instability across the Middle East. Read More: Iran and US tensions […]
Iran warns of response after US strikes near Hormuz
Iran has warned of a “decisive” response after the United States launched a new wave of military strikes targeting sites in and around the Strait of Hormuz, further escalating tensions between the two countries and placing renewed pressure on ongoing diplomatic efforts. Read More: Trump says Iran war accord is ‘over’, rejects new talks According to the […]