A reported Houthi strike on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, killed at least 12 people and injured 309 others, according to figures cited in the report. The attack was described as the deadliest in the kingdom in more than a decade, amid escalating tensions linked to the Yemen conflict and wider regional…
The conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran has continued amid military strikes, retaliatory attacks and repeated diplomatic efforts to secure a lasting ceasefire. The war began on February 28, when the US and Israel launched joint strikes against Iran, with US President Donald Trump announcing the start of what he described as “major…
The conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States has continued to escalate, with renewed strikes, military exchanges and diplomatic efforts shaping the latest developments in the region. The current crisis began with joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28, followed by the announcement of what the US described as “major combat operations.” According…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to use the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session in New York to highlight Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts to help end the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran. The prime minister is scheduled to address the 81st session of the UN General Assembly on September 25. The escalating…
Global oil prices climbed for a fourth consecutive session on Wednesday, with Brent crude moving closer to the key $100 per barrel mark as renewed fighting in the Middle East heightened concerns over potential disruptions to global crude supplies. Brent crude futures rose 1.4% to $99.33 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude gained…
Pakistan has informed the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) that it is intensifying diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider conflict in the Middle East amid rising regional tensions. Addressing the Security Council, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, warned that continued escalation could seriously threaten regional and international peace and…
The United States is reportedly preparing to shut down its key civil-military coordination mission near Gaza, a move that highlights growing challenges in implementing the fragile ceasefire and managing humanitarian aid efforts in the conflict-hit region. The mission, which was a central component of former President Donald Trump’s post-war Gaza strategy, was designed to monitor…
Pakistan Post has officially resumed booking for international outbound mail to 188 destinations worldwide with immediate effect, marking a major restoration of postal operations. The service had previously been suspended due to escalating tensions in the Middle East following a conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The disruption significantly impacted global logistics and…
The long-stalled Iran–Pakistan gas and oil pipeline projects may see renewed progress following recent US–Iran peace talks, raising hopes for improved energy cooperation between the two neighboring countries. Officials and experts suggest that easing tensions between Washington and Tehran could potentially lead to the lifting of sanctions, creating an opportunity to revive these crucial energy…
Saudi Arabia has issued a strong warning to Iran, stating that Tehran would suffer the greatest consequences if tensions in the region continue to escalate. In an official statement, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned what it described as Iranian aggression targeting the kingdom and other member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council…
