The United States and Iran are edging toward a temporary agreement to halt their war, sources and officials said on Thursday, with Tehran reviewing a proposal that would stop the fighting but leave the most contentious issues unresolved. Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson said Tehran had not yet reached a conclusion on the emerging plan, which […]
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86% Pakistanis optimistic about 2026; survey shows confidence in politics
An overwhelming majority of Pakistanis are optimistic about 2026, with 86 % expressing a positive outlook for the year ahead, according to the latest survey findings released on Monday. The Ipsos Predictions’ Survey 2026 shows that 63% of respondents expect political continuity in 2026, reflecting a relatively stable outlook on the country’s political landscape. Digital […]
Maduro ‘optimistic’ after opposition talks resume in Barbados
Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro said Monday he was “optimistic” after dialogue between his government and the opposition resumed in Barbados. The South American nation was plunged into political turmoil in January when National Assembly speaker Juan Guaido declared himself acting president in a direct challenge to Maduro’s authority. The opposition leader is recognized by the […]
Andy Murray ‘optimistic’ he can play this year
LONDON: Andy Murray is “cautiously optimistic” he will be able to play tennis again this season after successfully undergoing hip surgery, his mother Judy has said. The three-times Grand Slam champion said at this year’s Australian Open that constant pain in his hip had brought him to the verge of quitting tennis but revealed last […]