Ishaq Dar has announced that Pakistan is actively seeking assistance from Singapore to facilitate the repatriation of stranded seafarers amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region. According to the foreign minister, 11 Pakistani and 20 Iranian nationals were aboard vessels seized by United States authorities and are currently located near Singaporean waters. Pakistan has formally…
The United States has transferred the seized Iranian vessel M/V Touska along with 22 crew members to Pakistan for repatriation to Iran, marking a significant development amid ongoing maritime tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. According to US Central Command, the ship was intercepted near Iran’s Chabahar port after allegedly failing to comply with repeated…
Global oil prices surged sharply as Brent Crude climbed above $107 per barrel following a fresh setback in peace talks between the United States and Iran. The rise reflects growing uncertainty in global energy markets driven by escalating geopolitical tensions. WTI Crude also recorded a significant increase, highlighting the broader impact on international oil benchmarks….
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi departed for Moscow after making his second visit to Islamabad within two days, highlighting the fast-paced diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the ongoing US-Iran conflict. The back-to-back visits, along with consultations in Oman, reflect increasing regional momentum to prevent further escalation and revive negotiations between Tehran and Washington. During his…
Diplomatic efforts surrounding the ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified as senior US envoys arrive in Islamabad for high-level discussions. According to officials, Donald Trump has dispatched his special envoy Steve Witkoff and senior advisor Jared Kushner to Pakistan in an attempt to push forward negotiations and de-escalate the situation. However,…
Pakistan has witnessed a significant increase in fuel prices as the government raised petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) rates by Rs26.77 per litre, effective from April 25, 2026. The revised petrol price now stands at Rs393.35 per litre, while diesel has reached Rs380.19 per litre, reflecting a sharp rise driven by global oil market volatility….
A second round of high-level talks between United States and Iran is expected to take place in Islamabad, marking a critical moment in ongoing diplomatic efforts to ease rising tensions between the two nations. According to international media reports, the negotiations are likely to be held on Monday, although US officials have yet to formally…
Global tensions between Iran and United States have sharply escalated once again, raising fears of a renewed conflict that could have far-reaching consequences for global energy markets and geopolitical stability. US President Donald Trump has warned that the current ceasefire between the two countries may collapse within days if a long-term agreement is not finalised….
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has described the upcoming US–Iran negotiations in Islamabad as a “make-or-break” moment, highlighting Pakistan’s growing role in global diplomacy and peacebuilding. In a televised address, the prime minister urged the nation to pray for the success of these high-stakes talks, which aim to transform a fragile ceasefire into a lasting peace…
Donald Trump has paused planned strikes on Iran for two weeks following diplomatic outreach by Shehbaz Sharif, as both sides signal a move toward de-escalation. According to officials, Pakistan announced that Iran and the United States, along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate ceasefire. The agreement is expected to extend to conflict-affected areas,…
