1 week ago Middle east tensions may push solar panel prices higher in Pakistan

Pakistan may face a sharp rise in solar panel prices due to the ongoing Middle East crisis, warn local importers. The conflict between Iran and Israel has disrupted shipping routes and caused freight costs to surge. Experts say if tensions continue, solar imports could become significantly costlier, putting pressure on consumers already burdened by high […]

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1 week ago Pakistan welcomes middle east ceasefire, emphasizes UN charter

Pakistan on Tuesday welcomed the ceasefire between Iran and Israel, urging all involved parties to fully respect the agreement. The Foreign Office described the development as a positive step toward reducing tensions in the volatile Middle East. The ceasefire was brokered by Qatar and the United States after nearly two weeks of intense military exchanges. […]

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1 week ago Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts lauded by China in ongoing Middle East crisis

ISLAMABAD: China lauded Pakistan’s proactive role in seeking regional peace through diplomatic channels, particularly in light of the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. This recognition came on Tuesday as tensions in the Middle East escalated following a missile strike by Iran on the United States’ Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. At an emergency session held on […]

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1 week ago Israel accuses Iran of ceasefire breach, orders retaliatory strikes

JERUSALEM/TEHRAN – The tensions flared again in the Middle East after Israel accused Iran of violating a recently agreed ceasefire

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1 week ago PM Shehbaz discusses Middle East crisis with Saudi and Qatari envoys

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held important meetings with the ambassadors of Saudi Arabia and Qatar on Tuesday to discuss the growing tensions in the Middle East. The discussions came after Iran’s missile attack on a US military base in Qatar, which further escalated regional instability. In a post on X, PM Shehbaz shared that he […]

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1 week ago Global airlines halt Middle East flights amid escalating tensions

A growing number of international airlines have suspended their flights to and from several Middle Eastern countries following Israel’s recent strikes on Iran. The airspace closures and increasing safety concerns have caused major disruptions in global air travel, especially to hubs like Tel Aviv, Dubai, Doha, and Tehran. Airlines from across Europe, Asia, and North […]

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1 week ago How Dangerous is it to Bomb Uranium Facility as US strikes Iran amid Middle East Tensions?

TEHRAN – American bombers conducted massive strikes on key Iranian nuclear facilities, but the exact damage to nuclear weapon and

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1 week ago Air France suspends Tel Aviv flights until july amid middle east crisis

Air France announced it will suspend flights to Tel Aviv until July 14 due to rising tensions in the Middle East. The decision follows recent military strikes by the US in Iran, which have escalated regional conflicts. The airline also suspended flights to and from Beirut, Lebanon, until June 25. In addition, Air France has […]

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1 week ago China warns: Global economy at risk if middle east tensions escalate

Beijing: China has called on the international community to take stronger steps to prevent the current conflict from impacting the global economy. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Gu Jiaqun emphasized that the Gulf region and its surrounding waters are among the world’s most crucial trade routes, and instability there poses significant risks to global economic activity. […]

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1 week ago PM Shehbaz meets Iranian envoy to discuss escalating middle east tensions

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held an important meeting on Monday with Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, at the Prime Minister’s House. The discussion came just hours before a scheduled National Security Committee (NSC) meeting. During the meeting, both leaders exchanged views on the ongoing Iran-Israel tensions and broader regional developments. The […]

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1 week ago President Zardari calls for dialogue to prevent crisis in middle east

ISLAMABAD – President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday stressed that meaningful dialogue is the only way to ensure lasting peace and stability in the Middle East. He urged all involved parties to avoid escalating tensions further. In a statement from Islamabad, President Zardari expressed deep concern over the rising conflict in the region. He warned […]

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1 week ago Pope Leo urges an end to wars, calls for peace amid middle east tensions

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo, the 14th leader of the Christian community, has called for an end to wars and urged humanity to seek peace following recent attacks on nuclear sites in Iran by the United States. He made the appeal during his weekly prayer at the Vatican. Pope Leo expressed deep concern over the […]

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1 week ago Iran closes strait of Hormuz, warns of strikes on U.S. military after nuclear site attacks

Tensions in the Middle East soared on Sunday as Iran announced the closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz and vowed to target U.S. military positions following American strikes on its nuclear facilities. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital shipping route through which a large share of the world’s oil supply flows. Its shutdown […]

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2 w. ago Hezbollah declares full support for Iran, threatens action against Israeli strikes

Hezbollah has openly declared its support for Iran amid rising tensions in the Middle East, warning that it will not remain silent in the face of Israeli and American aggression. The announcement came from Hezbollah’s Secretary-General Naim Qassem on Thursday through a statement posted on Telegram. Qassem stated that Hezbollah and the Islamic Resistance are […]

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2 w. ago China laments Trump’s use of force threat against Iran amid rising Middle East Tensions

BEIJING – China voiced strong opposition to the use of military force amid growing international concern over the escalating conflict

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2 w. ago US officials prepare for possible strike on Iran amid rising middle East tensions

Senior US officials are preparing for a possible military strike on Iran in the coming days, Bloomberg News reported, citing sources familiar with the situation. The report said the situation remains fluid and plans could change, but some sources mentioned that a strike might happen over the weekend. This development adds to growing concerns about […]

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2 w. ago Israel bombs Iranian missile sites as Trump demands ‘unconditional surrender’

Tensions in the Middle East have reached a boiling point as Israel launched heavy airstrikes on Iranian missile facilities, targeting key military locations near Tehran. The Israeli military reported that Iran had fired two waves of missiles early Wednesday morning, prompting a swift and intense response. Residents of southwest Tehran were urgently told to evacuate […]

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2 w. ago Trump escalates rhetoric against Iran, vows not to kill Khamenei “for now”

US President Donald Trump has intensified his verbal assault on Iran, stating on social media that the United States knows the exact location of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, but will not take action against him “for now.” Trump’s provocative remarks came amid rising tensions in the Middle East, where Israel and Iran continue […]

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2 w. ago Aurangzeb: Economy shielded against middle east crisis, US tariffs under review

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb assured that Pakistan is fully prepared to handle any economic fallout from Middle East tensions. Speaking at a national workshop in Islamabad, he said the government recently held meetings with key officials. These meetings focused on stock reserves and keeping asset prices stable in case of regional escalation. The minister expressed […]

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2 w. ago Govt to pass rising oil costs to consumers, keeps petroleum Levy unchanged

The government has decided not to increase the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) despite rising oil prices caused by tensions in the Middle East. Instead, the extra cost will be passed directly to consumers. This announcement came from the Finance Secretary during a briefing to the National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue, chaired by […]

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