Tensions in the Middle East surged dramatically after Iran reportedly launched an attack on a major petrochemical complex in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. The strike targeted one of the world’s largest petrochemical hubs, a critical site for global energy supply, though initial details on damage and casualties remain...
Hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough between Iran and the United States were narrowly missed as indirect talks failed to produce a concrete agreement, despite intensified mediation efforts. Reports indicate that backchannel diplomacy, facilitated by countries such as Pakistan, brought both sides close to a potential understanding, but key differences ultimately prevented a deal. The United...
The White House has proposed a massive $1.5 trillion defence budget for the upcoming fiscal year, reflecting soaring military costs driven by the ongoing war involving Iran. The proposal marks the largest defence spending request in modern US history, underscoring Washington’s intensified focus on security and military readiness. A significant portion of the budget is...
The United States is considering deploying elite airborne troops to the Middle East as tensions with Iran continue to escalate, raising concerns of a broader regional conflict. Reports indicate that thousands of soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division—known for rapid deployment and high-risk operations—could be sent to strengthen the US military presence in the region....
At least 70 people, including seven women and 13 children, were killed in a devastating attack on a hospital in Sudan’s East Darfur region, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). The strike targeted El-Daein Teaching Hospital, leaving the facility severely damaged and no longer operational. Health officials reported that the number of injured rose...
Canadian Sikh activist Moninder Singh has said that “silence is not an option” after receiving fresh threats against himself and his family, reaffirming his commitment to continue speaking out despite growing risks. Singh, chairman of the Sikh Federation of Canada, revealed that he was recently informed of assassination threats, adding to fears within the Sikh...
The ongoing Iran-Israel war has intensified, with fresh missile attacks, continued airstrikes, and rising regional tensions marking a dangerous escalation. According to live updates, Iran launched new missile barrages targeting Israeli cities, while Israel and its allies continued strikes on Iranian and Hezbollah-linked positions. Reports indicate casualties on both sides, including deaths and injuries from...
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors has unanimously approved a safeguards agreement with Pakistan for Unit-5 of the Chashma Nuclear Power Plant, the Foreign Office (FO) announced on Wednesday. The approval underscores the international community’s confidence in Pakistan’s commitment to the peaceful use of nuclear energy and adherence to non-proliferation obligations, the...
Astronomers studying the distant reaches of our galaxy have detected dramatic changes in one of the universe’s largest known stars, surprising researchers and shedding new light on how massive stars evolve before they die. The star in question, designated NML Cygni, is a red hypergiant—one of the largest and most luminous stars ever recorded. It...
US President Donald Trump expressed frustration over stalled nuclear negotiations with Iran, while Omani mediators claimed a “breakthrough” agreement on uranium restrictions, suggesting diplomatic progress despite rising tensions. WASHINGTON—U.S. President Donald Trump has voiced growing frustration with Iran’s stance in ongoing nuclear negotiations, even as an Omani mediator described significant progress that could avert a...