Lebanon has announced a partial ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in a bid to reduce escalating tensions, though fighting continues in parts of southern Lebanon despite the agreement. The truce, facilitated through international mediation efforts, includes Israel halting strikes on Beirut and Hezbollah suspending attacks on Israeli territory as an initial step toward broader de-escalation....
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June 1, 2026June 1, 2026International
Oil Prices Climb as US-Iran Tensions Escalate and Israel Expands Lebanon Operations
Global oil prices rose sharply on Monday after renewed military tensions between the United States and Iran, coupled with Israel’s decision to push further into Lebanon, heightened concerns over energy supplies from the Middle East. Brent crude climbed above $93 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose above $90, reversing some of...
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June 1, 2026June 1, 2026International, Technology
Malaysia Bans Social Media Sign-Ups for Children Under 16
Malaysia has begun enforcing a nationwide ban preventing children under the age of 16 from registering new social media accounts, becoming one of the latest countries to tighten online safety regulations for minors. The new rules, which took effect on June 1, require major platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to verify users’...
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May 25, 2026May 25, 2026International
Oil Prices Hit Two-Week Low as US-Iran Deal Hopes Ease Market Fears
Global oil prices fell sharply to a two-week low after growing optimism that the United States and Iran may be moving closer to a diplomatic agreement aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East. Brent crude futures dropped more than 5% to below $100 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude also recorded...
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May 25, 2026May 25, 2026International
PM Shehbaz Says Pakistan Played ‘Very Sincere Role’ in US-Iran Mediation Efforts
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said Pakistan played a “very sincere role” in ongoing mediation efforts between the United States and Iran, highlighting Islamabad’s growing diplomatic influence in regional peace negotiations. Speaking during his visit to Beijing, the premier said Pakistan remains committed to promoting dialogue and stability in the Middle East. Shehbaz Sharif stated...
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May 25, 2026May 25, 2026International
Founder of Viral Indian Gen Z Account Claims Threats and Online Crackdown
The founder of India’s rapidly growing Gen Z social media movement, the “Cockroach Janta Party” (CJP), has alleged that authorities and unknown actors launched a crackdown against the platform after it went viral for criticising unemployment, inflation and governance issues in India. The account’s creator, Abhijeet Dipke, claimed that the group’s website was taken down,...
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May 24, 2026May 24, 2026International
Pakistan, 13 Nations Condemn Somaliland’s Plan to Open Embassy in Jerusalem
Pakistan, along with 13 other Muslim-majority countries, has strongly condemned Somaliland’s announcement to open a purported embassy in Jerusalem, describing the move as “illegal and unacceptable.” The joint statement warned that the decision violates international law and undermines the legal and historical status of occupied Jerusalem. The statement was jointly issued by the foreign ministries...
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May 24, 2026May 24, 2026International
Pakistan Ready to Host Next Round of US-Iran Peace Talks, Says PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that Pakistan hopes to host the next round of peace talks between the United States and Iran “very soon,” highlighting Islamabad’s growing diplomatic role in efforts to ease tensions in the Middle East. The statement came as regional leaders continued discussions aimed at securing a long-term peace agreement between...
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May 20, 2026May 20, 2026International
Gazans unable to perform Hajj, animal sacrifice as Eidul Azha approaches
As Eid al-Adha approaches, many Palestinians in Gaza are facing the painful reality of being unable to perform Hajj or even arrange traditional animal sacrifices due to the ongoing humanitarian crisis caused by months of conflict and displacement. Thousands of Gazans who had hoped to travel to Saudi Arabia for Hajj this year have been...
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May 19, 2026May 19, 2026International
Iran warns any new US aggression will trigger a “stronger response”
Iran has warned that any new military aggression by the United States would provoke a much stronger response, as tensions continue despite ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at preventing further conflict in the region. Speaking on Tuesday, Iranian Parliament National Security Commission spokesperson Ebrahim Rezaei said Tehran was fully prepared to respond if Washington resumed attacks....