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Strait of Hormuz closure chokes trade and aid for Afghanistan

Landlocked Afghanistan is struggling to access supplies as fighting with Pakistan and the Iran war disrupt key routes

The Independent UK

'Unbreakable traditional friendship': Xi Jinping welcomes 'old friend' Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif

In a pivotal gathering in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif solidified their partnership with a promise of enduring support. Xi praised Pakistan's proactive engagement in fostering peace within the Middle East, showcasing their robust 'unbreakable traditional friendship' as a vital asset in navigating shifting…

The Times of India

China's Xi meets Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif as Iran war looms

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing. This high-level meeting occurred as diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war continue. Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, a key negotiator, also attended the discussions. Sharif highlighted Pakistan's sincere role in mediating between the US and Iran.

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Rubio says India’s concerns over Pakistan are focused on terror groups, not Iran mediation role

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted India's focus on cross-border terrorism from Pakistan. He noted that India's concerns do not extend to Pakistan's role in facilitating US-Iran discussions. India consistently points to armed terrorist groups operating from Pakistani territory targeting the nation. This distinction clarifies India's primary security issues…

The Economic Times

Vessels carrying Mideast oil, LNG exit Hormuz for Pakistan, China

SINGAPORE - Two ‌liquefied natural gas tankers were exiting the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, heading to Pakistan and China, while a supertanker with Iraqi crude for China left the Gulf on Saturday after being stranded for nearly three months, shipping data showed.

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CRIK:Patient Aussies say rising teen won't Peake too early

Highly touted teen batter Ollie Peake is in line for an international debut on the tour of Pakistan this month.

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Patient Aussies say rising teen won't Peake too early

Highly touted teen batter Ollie Peake is in line for an international debut on the tour of Pakistan this month.

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Iran war: Vessels carrying Middle East oil, LNG exit Hormuz, head for Pakistan, China

Iran war news: An LNG tanker, Fuwairit, is exiting the Strait of Hormuz for Pakistan. A supertanker, Eagle Verona, carrying Iraqi crude for China, has also left the Gulf. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is significantly reduced due to the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. These vessels are among a…

The Economic Times

From Pakistan to Shanghai: A CAR-T Journey Fighting Relapsed Lymphoma

SHANGHAI, May 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A 36-year-old Pakistani patient has achieved encouraging early recovery after receiving personalized CAR-T immunotherapy at Jiahui International Cancer Center in Shanghai, following exhausting standard treatments for aggressive recurrent blood cancer. Muhammad, a hospital staff member from Quetta, Pakistan, suffered from diffuse large B-cell lymphoma…

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Pakistan eyes Gulf-backed oil reserve hub at Gwadar amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

Pakistan is encouraging Persian Gulf oil producers to establish crude reserve buffers at its planned Energy City near Gwadar Port. This initiative aims to create strategic reserves for emergency use, as Pakistan currently lacks such buffers. Kuwait has already shown interest in this proposal, which also includes LNG and LPG…

The Economic Times

'Time is on our side': Trump tempers expectations of a peace deal with Iran

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that he had told diplomatic representatives not to "rush into a deal" with Tehran to end the US-Israeli war on Iran, walking back earlier signals of progress towards a peace agreement. The draft agreement would reportedly postpone talks over Iran's nuclear programme, instead…

France 24

Imran Khan’s family fear he is going blind in Pakistan jail: ‘They want to break him’

The cricketer-turned-politician has been in solitary confinement for months

The Independent UK

On first official India trip, Rubio tries to tackle a trust deficit between Washington and Delhi

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in New Delhi. The talks aimed to mend ties strained by trade disputes and other issues. Both nations seek to strengthen their strategic partnership. Rubio's visit precedes a Quad meeting. India and the US share concerns about China's…

The Economic Times

Pakistan’s voter turnout decline: Why more women registered, but fewer cast ballots in 2024

Pakistan has made measurable progress in reducing the gender gap in voter registration. More women are now listed on electoral rolls than ever before.

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The Guardian - UK

US and Iran inch closer to peace deal as Trump faces criticism from GOP hawks

American president says he is not rushing into a deal after proposed plan to end war prompts Republican backlash

Euronews

Pakistan train bombing kills at least 24 people

Pakistan's prime minister, Shehbaz Sharif, said he strongly condemned the "heinous bomb explosion" and sent his condolences to the victims' families.

France 24

Dozens killed in suicide bombing targeting Pakistani passenger train

At least 24 people have been killed after a suicide bomber detonated his explosive-laden car near a railway in the city of Quetta, in southwestern Pakistan, just as a passenger train passed. More than 70 people were also injured in the blast so powerful that two of the train cars…

The Independent UK

Bomb attack near railway station in southwest Pakistan kills at least 24

The force of the blast caused two carriages to overturn and catch fire, sending thick black smoke into the air

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Pakistan train blast kills dozens in deadly terror attack

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Dozens killed in huge bomb blast near Pakistani train

A powerful bomb has exploded near a railway track as a passenger train passed through the southwestern Pakistani city of Quetta, killing dozens of people.

The Times of India

Pakistan train blast: 24 killed, over 100 injured in BLA's 'fidayeen attack' near Quetta railway track

At least 24 Pakistani army personnel were killed and more than 100 injured after a suicide vehicle bomb targeted a military shuttle train in Quetta, Balochistan, on Sunday. The blast derailed a bogie, sparked a fire and damaged nearby homes and vehicles. The banned Baloch Liberation Army’s Majeed Brigade claimed…

The Times of India

Sirens, smoke and panic: Dramatic videos capture aftermath of Pakistan train explosion; 24 killed

Videos from the scene in Pakistan’s southwestern province of Balochistan captured thick plumes of smoke rising into the sky, blaring sirens and firefighters rushing towards a burning, derailed train after a deadly blast targeting military personnel on Sunday. Officials said at least 24 people were killed and more than 50…

The Independent UK

More than a dozen people dead as bomb blast in Pakistan overturns passenger train

The explosion happened as the train passed through the southwestern Pakistani city of Quetta

The Economic Times

Pakistan bomb blast on army train in Quetta kills at least 24 soldiers and civilians

Sunday saw a devastating attack on a train loaded with military personnel in Quetta, Balochistan. The explosion, triggered by an explosive device in a vehicle that struck the train, resulted in the death of at least 24 individuals, with over 50 sustaining injuries.

The Economic Times

Pakistan says Trump-led call with regional leaders helped achieve ‘meaningful progress’ in U.S.-Iran talks

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar revealed significant headway in U.S.-Iran talks. This development followed a crucial telephone call involving leaders from Pakistan and several West Asian nations. The discussions aimed at achieving regional peace and a diplomatic resolution. Pakistan has actively supported these peace efforts. The negotiations signal a positive…

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