Can China restrain Iran? Gulf states test Beijing's influenceGulf Arab states are seeking China's economic influence over Iran to secure vital shipping lanes. They are frustrated with Washington's per...
30 Jul, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Saudi downs drones fired by Iran-backed militias in Iraq amid US-Tehran lullSaudi Arabia intercepted drones launched by Iran-backed militias in Iraq. Mediators are pushing to revive diplomacy and restore an interim ...
27 Jul, 2026, 07.17 PM IST
'Will not bow to US bullying': Iran rejects Washington's pressure tactics at SCO summitIran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated Tehran will not yield to American pressure or intimidation. He asserted that the United State...
25 Jul, 2026, 07.49 AM IST
US military says it fired on another merchant vessel trying to breach its blockade of Iranian portsThe US disabled a second merchant vessel enforcing its blockade of Iranian ports as Iran targeted US-linked bases across the Gulf. Fighting...
25 Jul, 2026, 06.23 AM IST
Pakistan, Iran explore path towards new talks with US in a China-initiated push, sources sayPakistan is exploring ways to revive stalled US-Iran talks following a push by China, with exploratory discussions held during Iranian Inte...
24 Jul, 2026, 08.54 PM IST
US military strikes Iran for 12th straight night as conflict escalatesThe United States military conducted a twelfth night of strikes against Iran. These attacks aim to degrade Iran's ability to threaten comme...
23 Jul, 2026, 06.29 AM IST
Pakistan seeks $10 billion fund from US after mediating Iran talksPakistan has requested a ten billion dollar exchange stabilization facility from the United States. This loan aims to boost foreign reserve...
22 Jul, 2026, 09.13 PM IST
Gold nears two-week high as Fed outlook, Middle East conflict stay in focusGold prices climbed to a two-week high amid technical buying and Middle East tensions. Investors await the Federal Reserve meeting for inte...
22 Jul, 2026, 07.30 AM IST
Fresh US-Iran strikes overshadow Pakistan's bid to revive collapsed ceasefireTensions between the United States and Iran intensified over the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistan's diplomatic efforts to revive a ceasefire deal...
22 Jul, 2026, 06.25 AM IST
US, Iran intensify attacks as diplomacy struggles to revive truceDiplomatic efforts to revive the collapsed US-Iran interim agreement are gathering pace. Shipping disruptions are deepening as the Strait o...
21 Jul, 2026, 09.25 PM IST
Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni holds talks with Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif amid US-Iran escalationAn Iranian delegation met Pakistan's Prime Minister and Army Chief amid escalating regional tensions. Discussions focused on bilateral econ...
21 Jul, 2026, 08.35 PM IST
Pakistan can hit an oil jackpot amid a widening US-Iran warGulf states are seeking military partnerships with Pakistan amid regional tensions. Pakistan could gain oil and investment while deepening ...
20 Jul, 2026, 08.30 PM IST
Iran says fighting 'full-scale war' with USIran's president declared a full-scale war against the United States on Monday. Washington expanded its strikes across Iran, hitting cities...
20 Jul, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
After Saudi Arabia, Kuwait explores defence pact with PakistanKuwait is in talks with Pakistan to sign a comprehensive defence pact amid escalating regional tensions following Iran's renewed attacks on...
20 Jul, 2026, 06.18 AM IST
Saudi Arabia rolls over $3 billion loan to Pakistan: ReportSaudi Arabia has rolled over its USD 3 billion debt to Pakistan. Pakistan's finance minister confirmed the debt rollover was completed. The...
17 Jul, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
From mediator to marketer: Pakistan lobbies for a bigger US rolePakistan hired a US lobbying firm to boost security cooperation and minerals investment. The two-year agreement aims to convert goodwill in...
17 Jul, 2026, 08.45 AM IST
Pakistan worries about being drawn into US-Iran conflict after Houthis attack Saudi ArabiaRecent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia have frustrated Pakistan significantly. These actions threaten to draw Islamabad into the conflict, c...
16 Jul, 2026, 08.26 PM IST