34 h. ago Israeli airstrikes hit near Syrian presidential palace and military sites

Israeli airstrikes struck areas near the presidential palace in Damascus on Wednesday, causing tension to rise in the already fragile region. A Reuters witness confirmed seeing smoke rising from the area following the attack. The airstrike was one of several launched by Israel targeting strategic sites in Syria’s capital. According to Syrian state-run television, the […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan delays satellite internet launch to tighten security controls

ISLAMABAD, July 12 — Pakistan has delayed the launch of satellite-based internet services, including those from Starlink and OneWeb, as the government drafts a stricter licensing framework. The move follows rising regional tensions and aims to ensure foreign-operated systems comply with national security standards. Until new regulations are finalized, all foreign satellite providers must reapply […]

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7 d. ago Pakistan’s trade with Iran grows 18% despite regional tensions

Despite heightened tensions in the Middle East, including the Iran‑Israel conflict, Pakistan’s imports from Iran grew by 18% in the last fiscal year, signaling resilient economic ties between the nations. According to the Ministry of Commerce, Pakistan imported $66 million worth of goods from Iran in June 2025 alone, maintaining steady trade through geopolitical disruptions. […]

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2 w. ago Iranian envoy hails Saudi support in cooling regional tensions

Iran’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Dr. Ali Reza Enayati, praised Saudi Arabia for helping ease tensions and reviving talks between the two nations. Speaking to Asharq Al-Awsat, he likened the progress to successes that normally take years. Enayati also emphasized the strength and depth of the renewed relationship and its solid foundations. Enayati recalled that […]

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2 w. ago 71 killed in Israeli strike on Iran’s Evin prison as regional tensions boil over

TEHRAN – Iran has confirmed that 71 people were killed when Israel targeted Tehran’s Evin Prison during a major airstrike on June 23. The attack marked a dramatic escalation, striking not just military or nuclear sites, but also one of Iran’s most symbolic detention centers. Iranian judiciary spokesperson Asghar Jahangir said the victims included prison […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan ‘net region stabiliser’ following Indian aggression: COAS

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir on Saturday stated that Pakistan proved itself as a “net region stabiliser” after having repelled Indian military aggression twice and demonstrating its commitment to regional security. The remarks followed recent tensions between India and Pakistan over New Delhi’s allegations against Islamabad, without evidence, about a deadly […]

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2 w. ago Iran bans UN nuclear chief amid rising conflict with Israel and US

TEHRAN – Iran has officially barred Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), from entering the country, as tensions continue to escalate in the region. In a major move, Iran also removed IAEA surveillance cameras from several of its nuclear facilities, cutting off key international oversight. This step marks a sharp […]

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3 w. ago Khawaja Asif commends China’s efforts to reduce regional tensions at SCO Meeting

BEIJING: Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif lauded China’s efforts in preventing the escalation of regional tensions during his participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Defense Ministers’ Meeting in Qingdao, East China’s Shandong Province. In a meeting with Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun, Asif praised China’s proactive stance in addressing rising instability and conflict in […]

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3 w. ago Russia urges Iran to keep working with UN nuclear watchdog amid rising tensions

Moscow has called on Iran to continue cooperating with the UN’s nuclear watchdog despite new tensions in the region. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov made the statement on Thursday after Iran’s parliament approved a bill to suspend collaboration with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). This bill followed recent Israeli and US airstrikes on Iran’s […]

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3 w. ago Missile strike sparks diplomatic call between Iran and Qatar

DOHA/TEHRAN – After Iran launched a missile attack on a U.S. military base in Qatar last night, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian made a direct phone call to Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. The call came amid rising tensions in the region following recent Israeli airstrikes on Iranian territory. According to Iranian state […]

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3 w. ago Govt rejects petrol shortage claims, ensures smooth supply nationwide

The Government of Pakistan has clearly denied reports of a petrol shortage. State Minister for Finance and Railways, Bilal Azhar Kayani, said there are sufficient reserves and all fuel supply chains are active across the country. His statement came in response to rising public concern triggered by regional tensions and online rumours. To maintain stability, […]

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3 w. ago PIA halts Gulf flights amid rising tensions after Iran’s missile strikes on US bases

KARACHI – Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has suspended all flight operations to Gulf countries after Iran launched missile attacks on US military bases in Iraq and Qatar late Monday night, escalating regional tensions. In an official statement, the PIA spokesperson confirmed that flights to major Gulf destinations—Qatar, Dubai, Bahrain, and Kuwait—have been canceled due to […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan expresses solidarity with Qatar after Iranian attacks on US base

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed deep concern over Iran’s missile attacks on the US Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, calling for immediate efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region. During a phone conversation with Qatar’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Ali Mubarak Ali Essa Al-Khater, the prime minister extended his full support to the government […]

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3 w. ago Norway PM calls U.S. strikes on Iran a violation of international law

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has strongly criticized recent U.S. attacks on Iran, calling them a violation of international law. He said the strikes have made the Middle East situation more complicated and have effectively paralyzed the United Nations Security Council. His remarks come as global concerns grow over rising tensions in the region. […]

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3 w. ago OIC urges strict adherence to IWT, expresses concern over regional tensions

ISLAMABAD: The Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) called for strict adherence to bilateral agreements between Pakistan and India, including the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), at its 51st session in Istanbul. The meeting, which focused on regional peace and stability, also expressed concern over India’s alleged violations of the IWT, […]

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3 w. ago NSC reviews regional security situation amid US strikes, Iran

ISLAMABAD – The National Security Committee (NSC), chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, is to assess the regional security landscape

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago EU warns Iran against closing Hormuz Strait, calls it ‘extremely dangerous’

BRUSSELS – The European Union has raised serious concerns over Iran’s possible move to close the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a dangerous step that could worsen regional tensions. EU’s top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, warned that such an action would not benefit anyone. Speaking to reporters ahead of a meeting with EU foreign ministers on […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan condemns US strikes on Iran at UN, reaffirms solidarity with Iranian people

UNITED NATIONS – Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, strongly condemned the recent US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities during a special session of the UN Security Council on Sunday. He warned that such actions could dangerously increase tensions in the region. He stated that the ongoing Israeli aggression and unlawful military […]

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3 w. 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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