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Gulf braces for Iran's response as US strikes shake peace talks

Tehran has vowed a "far more severe" response beyond the region after overnight US strikes on missile sites and boats planting mines in southern Iran, even as both sides say negotiations toward a Hormuz deal are still on.

Euronews

'Not acceptable to us': Pakistan rejects signing Abraham Accords after Trump's directive

Pakistan has rejected joining the Abraham Accords. Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif stated the nation's fundamental ideologies conflict with such agreements. He questioned the trustworthiness of engagement with Israel. Pakistan maintains a clear stance against normalization. The country's passports do not even list Israel's name. This comes as former US…

The Economic Times

US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes on Iran, including on missile launch sites

US forces launched strikes in southern Iran targeting missile sites and boats. This action was taken in self-defense to protect troops. Meanwhile, President Trump is pushing for more nations, including Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, to join the Abraham Accords. These agreements aim to normalize relations with Israel. The proposal adds…

The Economic Times

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US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, including missile launch sites

The U.S. military said Monday that it carried out “self-defense” strikes in southern Iran, including on missile launch sites and boats placing mines

The Independent UK

The Abraham Accords: The boldest Middle East gamble in decades, did it actually work? Here's all about it

Abraham Accords: Trump just called six Muslim nations to sign the Abraham Accords — live, out loud, tied to an Iran nuclear deal. Pakistan said no. The rest went silent. This is the biggest Middle East normalization push since 2020. And the world is watching to see if it cracks…

The Economic Times

The Abraham Accord plus: Trump aims for grand bargain tying Islamic world, including Iran, with Israel

TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump on Monday dramatically raised the stakes in already delicate peace efforts in the middle east by demanding that key Muslim allies – including Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, and Qatar – sign onto the Abraham Accords as a condition for participating in what…

The Times of India

Trump skips Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif, invites Army chief Asim Munir to join Abraham Accords, raises questions over who runs the country

Former US President Donald Trump urged Pakistan and other Muslim-majority nations to join the Abraham Accords for regional peace, mistakenly naming Army Chief Asim Munir instead of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. This highlights Munir's significant influence and Pakistan's complex stance on recognizing Israel, which remains tied to a Palestinian state.

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Armenia turns to India for weapons to counter Azerbaijan, Pakistan and Türkiye defence nexus, orders $2 billion systems

Armenia is bolstering its defence ties with India, seeking robust security against Azerbaijan's growing threats, bolstered by Pakistan and Türkiye. This strategic shift involves significant Indian defence procurements, including advanced missile systems and radars, alongside expanded joint training initiatives. New Delhi is emerging as a crucial defence partner for Yerevan,…

The Economic Times

Who really runs Pakistan? Trump names Asim Munir, skips Shehbaz Sharif in post on Abraham Accords

US President Donald Trump on Monday called on several Muslim-majority nations to sign onto the Abraham Accords as part of efforts to secure a broader peace deal involving Iran. But while listing the leaders he had spoken to, Trump’s post mentioned Pakistan's Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir instead of Prime…

The Times of India

Trump’s trap: The price Asim Munir must pay for American flattery

Trump’s push to expand the Abraham Accords has placed Pakistan in a sharp diplomatic bind, according to the report. After recent US engagement that elevated Islamabad’s profile and strengthened ties with its military leadership, Washington is now urging Pakistan and other Muslim-majority countries to normalise relations with Israel.

The Economic Times

17 killed as speeding minibus crashes into parked bus in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

A tragic road accident in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province claimed at least 17 lives and injured five others. A speeding minibus collided with a stationary bus on the Swat Expressway near Mardan. Preliminary reports suggest driver negligence as the cause. Rescue teams responded swiftly, transporting the injured and deceased to…

The Times of India

Trump’s Abraham Accords push puts Pakistan in a geopolitical dilemma

US President Donald Trump is pushing for more nations to join the Abraham Accords. This initiative aims to normalize relations between Israel and Arab countries. Pakistan faces a dilemma, balancing its ties with Gulf nations and its long-standing stance on the Palestinian issue. The accords offer economic and social benefits,…

The Economic Times

'Should be mandatory': Trump wants Muslim nations to join Abraham Accords — what it means and why Pakistan is in a bind

US President Donald Trump called on several Muslim-majority countries including Pakistan to sign the Abraham Accords as part of what he described as a historic reshaping of the Middle East.

The Times of India

Shock of Iran war unites Middle East rivals in pushing Trump towards peace

Region is adapting to diminished US power after Washington fails to land knockout blow on Tehran

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Trump says Iran talks ‘proceeding nicely’, pushes for expanded Abraham Accords

US President Donald Trump stated Iran negotiations are progressing well. He warned of a larger conflict if a deal is not reached. Trump also urged more countries to join the Abraham Accords. He believes this expansion can create a powerful and economically strong Middle East. Diplomatic efforts continue to stabilize…

The Independent UK

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 Times of India

'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 Economic Times

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…

Bangkok Post

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.

AAP

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.

AAP

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.

The Economic Times

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…

AAP

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…

The Economic Times

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…

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