Bahrain has accused Iran of targeting civilian areas with missiles and drones during its latest attacks, saying its air defence systems successfully intercepted the incoming threats before they caused damage. The government stated that the response prevented potential destruction and helped maintain public safety as tensions across the Gulf continued to rise. Read more : […]
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Europe faces jet fuel pressure amid Middle East tensions
Europe is facing growing pressure on jet fuel supplies, with current stockpiles estimated to cover less than one month of demand as renewed tensions in the Middle East threaten global energy routes. Although European countries have increased imports and refinery production, experts warn that supply risks remain high during the busy summer travel season. Read […]
Iran declares Islamabad MoU in crisis, blames United States
Iran has declared the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding to be in a terminal crisis, accusing the United States of repeatedly violating its commitments and preventing the agreement from being implemented. Tehran said it will no longer honour its obligations unless Washington returns to what it described as a policy of reciprocal compliance. The announcement further […]
Iran widens Gulf attacks as Hormuz tensions sharply escalate
The United States and Iran exchanged another wave of missile, drone and air strikes across the Gulf, further intensifying regional tensions and raising concerns about wider instability. Iran claimed it targeted several US-linked military facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, while once again declaring the Strait of Hormuz closed following the collapse of indirect negotiations […]
Tanker hit in Strait of Hormuz as Iran mourns Khamenei
A liquefied natural gas tanker caught fire early Tuesday after a projectile struck its port side while sailing through the Strait of Hormuz near Limah, Oman. British military officials said the vessel was heading toward the Gulf of Oman when the attack happened, while authorities confirmed there was no environmental damage and launched an investigation […]
Saudi Aramco boosts Ras Tanura oil exports to Asia
Saudi Aramco has significantly increased crude oil exports from Ras Tanura, the world’s largest oil export terminal, after resuming operations following a nearly four-month suspension. At least five supertankers carrying a combined 10 million barrels of Saudi crude have already passed through the Strait of Hormuz, signalling a major rise in shipments to Asian markets. […]
Bilawal demands Indus Waters Treaty restoration for lasting peace
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has said lasting peace in South Asia cannot be achieved without restoring the Indus Waters Treaty, stressing that Pakistan’s water rights must remain fully protected. Speaking at an international seminar in Islamabad, the former foreign minister said regional stability depends on all parties honouring their commitments under the agreement. Bilawal said the […]
Pezeshkian ties Iran’s commitments to US compliance
Masoud Pezeshkian has said Iran will fully implement its memorandum of understanding with the United States only if Washington also honours its commitments, stressing that lasting cooperation depends on reciprocity and mutual trust. In a message shared on X, he said every agreement requires equal commitment from both sides to achieve meaningful and sustainable progress. […]
Qatar condemns Iran strikes, urges diplomacy to ease tensions
Qatar has strongly condemned Iran’s missile and drone attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait, describing the strikes as a violation of both countries’ sovereignty and international law. The Qatari government urged all parties to avoid further escalation and instead pursue dialogue to preserve regional peace and stability. In an official statement, Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs […]
Iran and US tensions deepen despite fragile peace deal
Fighting between Iran and the United States intensified despite an interim peace agreement signed less than two weeks ago to end their four-month conflict. Both sides accused each other of violating the deal as fresh military strikes, missile attacks and sharp warnings further weakened hopes for lasting stability across the Gulf region. Shortly after US […]