Fresh US military strikes on southern Iran have cast serious doubt over a fragile ceasefire between Washington and Tehran, while renewed tensions across the Middle East rattled oil markets and complicated diplomatic efforts to end months of conflict. The strikes targeted missile launch sites and boats allegedly attempting to lay naval mines near the Strait […]
Pakistan Hopes to Host Next Iran-US Talks Soon
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday expressed hope that Pakistan would host the next round of negotiations between the United States and Iran “very soon” as diplomatic efforts intensified to secure a broader regional peace agreement. In a post on X, the prime minister praised Donald Trump for what he called “extraordinary efforts to pursue […]
Will Not Attend Son Donald Trump Jr’s Wedding, US President
Donald Trump said on Friday that he will not attend the wedding of his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., because he needs to remain in Washington during a critical period involving the conflict with Iran and ongoing government matters. Trump announced the decision in a post on his Truth Social platform ahead of the wedding […]
Iran Warns US of ‘New Fronts’ if Attacks Resume
Iran warned on Tuesday that it would “open new fronts” against the United States if Washington resumes military attacks, escalating tensions despite renewed diplomatic efforts aimed at ending weeks of conflict. The warning came after US President Donald Trump said he had paused a planned assault on Iran to allow negotiations another chance. “If the […]
Trump Says ‘Fantastic Trade Deals’ Signal New US-China Era
Donald Trump said Friday that he had secured “fantastic trade deals” with Xi Jinping during a high-stakes summit in Beijing that also focused on Iran, Taiwan and artificial intelligence. The two leaders held final meetings at Zhongnanhai, the central leadership compound near Beijing’s Forbidden City. Trump described Xi as a “great leader” and “friend” during […]
Islamabad Back In Focus As US, Iran Plan Next Round Of Talks
The United States and Iran are considering a second round of high-level talks aimed at ending their six-week conflict, with Pakistan once again emerging as a potential host as diplomatic efforts intensify ahead of the ceasefire deadline. Officials familiar with the discussions said both sides are exploring the possibility of new in-person negotiations, with Islamabad […]
No Breakthrough in US-Iran Talks: Here’s What Both Sides Said After Islamabad Meeting
The United States and Iran exchanged sharp statements after high-stakes talks in Islamabad ended without a breakthrough, with both sides blaming each other for the failure to reach an agreement and casting uncertainty over the fragile ceasefire. The negotiations, held in Pakistan’s capital and lasting several hours, were aimed at extending a two-week halt in […]
“Not just diplomacy, Pakistan’s role added over $3tn to global wealth”
Pakistan’s recent diplomatic intervention in the US-Iran conflict not only helped avert a major geopolitical escalation but also generated an estimated $3 trillion in global wealth, according to prominent economist Atif Mian. The Princeton University professor said the country’s last-minute mediation efforts played a decisive role in shifting the trajectory of the crisis, transforming what […]
Trump Says US Will ‘Work Closely’ with Iran After Pakistan-Brokered Ceasefire
US President Donald Trump has said Washington will “work closely” with Iran following a fragile ceasefire brokered by Pakistan, signalling a potential shift from military confrontation to cautious diplomacy after weeks of conflict. The remarks came after the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, a deal facilitated through Islamabad’s backchannel efforts at […]
“Changed Forever”: Pakistan Set to Host High-Stakes US-Iran Talks on Friday
Pakistan is preparing to host crucial ceasefire talks between the United States and Iran on Friday, in a development that underscores Islamabad’s growing diplomatic role after weeks of heightened tensions in the Middle East. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, addressing a federal cabinet meeting, said the country’s position on the global stage had shifted significantly following […]