5 d. ago US strikes set back Iran’s nuclear programme by up to two years, says pentagon

The Pentagon revealed on Wednesday that recent US airstrikes have significantly damaged Iran’s nuclear programme, setting it back by as much as two years. The strikes, carried out on June 22, targeted three key nuclear facilities using powerful bunker-buster bombs and Tomahawk cruise missiles. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said intelligence assessments within the Department of […]

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8 d. ago India again admits jet losses in Pakistan clash, citing political limits

An Indian defence official has admitted that the country’s air force did “lose some aircraft” on the night of May 7 when they launched an unprovoked attack on civilian sites in Pakistan during the recent 86-hour war between the two nuclear powers. Captain Shiv Kumar, an Indian defence attache, made the statement while speaking at […]

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2 w. ago Lawmakers urge restraint as Trump faces backlash over Iran strikes

A growing number of U.S. lawmakers from both parties are calling for Congress to limit President Donald Trump’s military powers after his recent strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites. The attacks have sparked fears of another prolonged conflict in the Middle East. Democratic Senator Tim Kaine plans to push for a Senate vote this week, urging […]

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2 w. ago US says Iran strikes aimed at nuclear sites, not regime change: Pentagon chief

WASHINGTON/TEHRAN – The United States carried out powerful airstrikes on Iran’s suspected nuclear facilities, but the Pentagon insists the operation was not about removing the Iranian government. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated on Sunday that the mission focused solely on damaging Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. He emphasized that the strikes were carefully planned over […]

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2 w. ago Breaking: Trump confirms U.S. airstrikes ‘obliterated’ Iran’s key nuclear sites

In a major development, President Donald Trump announced that U.S. forces have destroyed Iran’s three main nuclear facilities in a powerful series of airstrikes. Speaking from the Oval Office on Saturday night, Trump called the mission a “spectacular military success” and warned that more attacks could follow if Iran refuses to pursue peace. The strikes […]

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2 w. ago Trump: Israel lacks power to fully eliminate Iran’s nuclear capabilities

U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel does not have the capability to completely eliminate Iran’s nuclear program through military action. Speaking to reporters in New Jersey, Trump emphasized the need for diplomacy, stating he wants a ceasefire before entering any negotiations with Iran. Trump noted that Israel’s airstrikes alone cannot fully destroy Iran’s nuclear capacity. […]

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2 w. ago Bushehr nuclear facility ‘under control’, Russia reassures after Israeli misstatement

The Russian government said on Friday that Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant is completely safe and working normally. Russia gave this update after Israel mistakenly claimed to have attacked the site. The Bushehr plant is run with help from hundreds of Russian workers. Russia made it clear that everything is under control. On Thursday, Israel […]

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2 w. ago Trump hosts Field Marshal Asim Munir in historic White House meeting

ISLAMABAD: US President Donald Trump hosted Field Marshal Asim Munir in an unprecedented meeting at the White House on Wednesday, praising the Pakistani military leader for playing a key role in averting a war between Pakistan and India. Trump commended Munir for his efforts to prevent further escalation of tensions between the two nuclear powers, […]

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2 w. ago Russia warns Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear plant could cause ‘chernobyl

Moscow: Russia has issued a grave warning following reports of an alleged Israeli strike near Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant, saying any attack on the active facility could cause a catastrophe on the scale of Chernobyl. According to Reuters, an Israeli military spokesperson initially confirmed an attack on the area, but the statement was later […]

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3 w. ago ‘World entering new era as nuclear powers build up arsenals’

China’s nuclear arsenal has grown faster than that of any other country, reaching an estimated 600 warheads by early 2025, adding momentum to the global arms race and raising strategic concerns, an independent international institute said Monday. The country’s nuclear stockpile has been expanding by roughly 100 warheads per year since 2023, the Stockholm International […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan powers up: final agreements for Karachi’s nuclear plants approved

Pakistan is moving ahead with signing power purchase agreements for its two major nuclear power plants in Karachi — K-2 and K-3. These agreements involve three parties: the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), the National Transmission and Despatch Company (NTDC), and the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA-G). The approval came during a recent meeting of […]

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3 w. ago Tehran under fire: Israel bombs Iran’s nuclear facility, civilian areas hit

Israel launched powerful airstrikes on Iran early Friday, targeting nuclear and military sites. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the operation hit the heart of Iran’s nuclear program, including the Natanz enrichment facility. He confirmed the attack will continue “as many days as it takes.” The strikes reportedly killed key Iranian figures, including IRGC Chief […]

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4 w. ago Pakistan’s nuclear plants power 3,530 MW despite falling electricity demand

Pakistan’s nuclear power plants (NPPs) are a key part of the country’s energy supply. According to the Economic Survey 2024-25, six nuclear reactors produce a total capacity of 3,530 MW. These plants help diversify Pakistan’s energy sources and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The Chashma Nuclear Power Station near Mianwali has four units with a […]

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