Iranian state media has reported that US navy forces operating near the Strait of Hormuz came under missile fire following a US military action against an Iranian oil tanker. Read More: Iran sends proposal for talks with US to mediator Pakistan According to Iranian reports citing an unnamed military official, Iranian missile strikes targeted US naval units after […]
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MSF accuses Israel of creating ‘manufactured malnutrition crisis’ in Gaza
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has accused Israel of deliberately restricting food and humanitarian aid into Gaza, claiming it has led to a “manufactured malnutrition crisis” with severe consequences for infants, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. Read More: MSF suspends Gaza hospital work over armed presence In a report released on Thursday, the medical charity said its findings were […]
Oil prices surge above $108 as Middle East tensions keep markets on edge
Global oil prices climbed sharply on Monday as fears of continued supply disruptions from the Middle East outweighed cautious optimism over possible diplomatic developments between the United States and Iran. Read More: Oil prices rise amid Middle East tensions Brent crude rose 2.75% to $108.23 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) gained 2.09% to $96.37. […]
A recent US opinion editorial highlights Pakistan’s regional footprint continues to expand
A recent opinion editorial published in The National Interest examines what it describes as the growing role of Pakistan’s military in shaping the country’s diplomatic engagement, particularly in regional crises involving the Middle East and broader geopolitical tensions. Read More: Trump consults Pakistan’s Munir on Hormuz tensions, source says The article, titled “How Pakistan’s Military Became the […]
UAE calls Iran a strategic threat amid rising regional tensions
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has described Iran as a “strategic threat,” with senior Emirati official Anwar Gargash warning that rebuilding trust between the two countries would take a long time following recent regional conflicts. Read More: UAE says rebuilding trust with Iran will take ‘ages’ Speaking at an international policy conference in Chantilly, France, Gargash said that […]
Pakistan pushes diplomatic efforts as Iran’s FM and DPM Dar discuss US-Iran tensions
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) and Foreign Minister (FM) Ishaq Dar and Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation to discuss regional developments, the fragile US-Iran ceasefire, and ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at easing tensions between Washington and Tehran. Read More: Iran’s Foreign Minister contacts Pakistani leadership over regional tensions According to a […]
Trump announces three-week extension of Israel Lebanon ceasefire
Donald Trump has announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, expressing hope that the move will help sustain calm and create space for further diplomacy. Read More: US President Predicts Israel Lebanon Peace Deal This Year Speaking in Washington, Trump said the extension followed “positive” discussions with officials from both sides. According to […]
Muslim nations condemned actions in Jerusalem
Foreign ministers from several Muslim majority countries, including Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar and United Arab Emirates have jointly condemned recent developments in Jerusalem, expressing concern over actions affecting the status of religious sites. Reas More: Over 100000 worshippers perform Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa In a joint statement, the countries criticised what […]
Four-Point Proposition for Middle East Peace
Ever since the U.S.-Israel military strikes against Iran, the conflict in the Middle East has been continuing and spreading, with the shadow of regional conflict lingering and spillover risks escalating. Meanwhile, calls for promoting peace and ending conflicts have grown increasingly strong, and efforts to mediate and facilitate dialogue have never ceased. Bringing the region […]
Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President discuss regional peace in call
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held a telephonic conversation to discuss the evolving regional situation and ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at ensuring stability. Read More: Shehbaz praises Iran truce in call with Pezeshkian According to official sources, the call lasted around 45 minutes and was described as cordial and constructive. Both leaders exchanged views […]