Iran has confirmed that it is still reviewing a proposal from the United States aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, with its response expected to be delivered through Pakistani mediators. The development highlights Islamabad’s continued role as a key intermediary in efforts to ease tensions between the two countries. According to Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson...
Vote counting is underway in several key Indian state elections, marking an important political test for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The results are being closely watched as they could influence the party’s standing ahead of future national political developments. The elections, held across multiple states and territories, are...
Iran has issued a strong warning to the United States, cautioning its navy against entering the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump announced plans to assist ships stranded in the critical waterway. The move comes amid escalating tensions linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict. According to Iranian military officials, any foreign forces attempting to...
US President Donald Trump is reportedly dissatisfied with Iran’s latest proposal to end the ongoing conflict, casting doubt over prospects for a near-term peace agreement. According to US officials, the proposal fails to meet Washington’s key demands, particularly regarding Iran’s nuclear programme. Iran’s plan reportedly focuses on ending hostilities first and resolving disputes over shipping...
The United States Navy is moving to arm its warships with Patriot missile interceptors for the first time, marking a major shift in naval defense strategy. The decision follows a newly awarded contract to integrate the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) into the Navy’s Aegis combat system, which is widely used on...
The European Union was urged by Spain and Ireland to suspend or review its long-standing association agreement with Israel. Slovenia also supported this proposal, which was presented ahead of a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Luxembourg, reflecting growing unease within the bloc. It raised serious concerns over alleged human rights violations in Gaza and...
Global powers are reassessing the future of a fragile Middle East ceasefire after the United States seized an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz. The incident followed a prolonged naval standoff, during which US forces disabled and boarded the ship, alleging it attempted to breach an American-imposed blockade on Iranian ports. Tehran condemned...
Pakistan has launched an intense diplomatic push ahead of a potential second and decisive round of talks between the United States and Iran, positioning itself as a key mediator in the ongoing crisis. The country’s civilian and military leadership have stepped up engagements across major regional capitals to build momentum for a possible agreement. Prime...
Pakistan has joined a group of developing countries to launch a new global borrowers’ platform aimed at improving debt sustainability, transparency, and coordination among borrowing nations. The initiative was introduced at a high-level meeting of finance ministers and central bank governors, with Pakistan and Egypt co-chairing the working group behind its development. Finance Minister Muhammad...
The United States has begun enforcing a naval blockade on Iranian ports, marking a major escalation in the ongoing conflict, even as global oil prices eased on expectations of renewed diplomatic talks. The blockade, which came into effect on Monday, targets vessels linked to Iranian ports while allowing transit for ships not associated with Iran....