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Pakistan Fuel Crisis: Price Shock, Protests, and a Swift Government U-Turn

The recent surge in global oil prices, driven by escalating US-Iran tensions and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, has sent shockwaves across economies worldwide. As one of the most critical oil transit routes—handling nearly 30% of global crude supply—its disruption has intensified fears of a looming energy crisis.…

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Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt and Saudi Arabia emerge as a new regional power bloc amid Iran war

Pakistan’s prime minister, Shehbaz Sharif, announced that a two-week ceasefire had been agreed between the US and Iran in the early hours of April 8. Delegates from both sides are expected to attend further talks in the Pakistani capital of Islamabad on Friday.

The Conversation

Iran ceasefire: trust will be vital but it’s in short supply right now

The US and Iran have agreed a two-week ceasefire in a deal brokered by Pakistan, which will see Iran open the Strait of Hormuz to shipping while negotiations continue for a more permanent settlement.

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First Thing: US and Iran agree ceasefire as Tehran says it will reopen strait of Hormuz

Donald Trump abandons threat for Iran to surrender or face destruction. Plus, why some people are ‘bad texters’

The Guardian - UK

Uranium, sanctions and the Strait of Hormuz: The key issues preventing the US and Iran from agreeing a peace deal

Iran and the United States are held in an impasse over several key issues, blocking serious talks to end the war. James C. Reynolds and Alex Croft report

The Independent UK

Iran Ceasefire: Why and How Pakistan Emerged as a Crucial Mediator in Trump's Deal

Explore how Pakistan emerged as a key mediator in the US-Iran ceasefire talks, highlighting its strategic diplomacy and historical ties with Iran.

International Business Times UK

How Pakistan deployed ‘flattery as foreign policy’ to broker US-Iran ceasefire

ANALYSIS: A hastily brokered truce allows both Washington and Tehran to claim victory and enables Donald Trump to climb down the escalatory ladder. But can Islamabad deliver lasting peace? Shweta Sharma reports

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What is in the ceasefire deal between the US and Iran?

Iran and the US have agreed to a ceasefire, with negotiations on key points of difference set to take place

Evening Standard

At least 254 killed after Israel hits Lebanon with massive wave of airstrikes

‘Largest coordinated strike’ against Hezbollah since war began prompts warnings Iran could pull out of ceasefire

The Guardian - UK

US, Israel and Iran agree to a 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on his threats

Iran, the United States and Israel have reached a two-week ceasefire as U_S_ President Donald Trump pulls back from his threats to destroy Iranian “civilization.”

The Independent UK

US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats

U.S. President Donald Trump pulled back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran late Tuesday, as the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Newslaundry

Iran-US ceasefire details: Trump predicts 'positive action', 'big money' after truce; US to 'hang around' Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump declared a "total and complete victory" after announcing a ceasefire with Iran, ending 38 days of Operation Epic Fury. Both nations claimed success, with Iran pointing to Washington's acceptance of its 10-point proposal. The deal, brokered with Pakistan's mediation and potentially China's influence, addresses nuclear concerns…

The Times of India

Iran-US war live: Tehran vows ‘heavy response’ if Israel doesn’t stop deadly barrage on Lebanon immediately

Revolutionary Guards say any attack on Hezbollah 'is an attack on Iran'

The Independent UK

Copy-paste gone wrong? Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif’s 'draft' blunder on X over US-Iran ceasefire deal

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif briefly posted a “draft” message about the Iran conflict on his official X account on Wednesday, before quickly editing it. The post, which called for a two-week ceasefire and diplomatic pause, appeared just as the United States and Iran moved towards a temporary truce.

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The Times of India

From the brink to a breather: Trump's Iran pivot buys time, not trust

The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire. This pause follows days of escalating strikes and threats. Pakistan played a key role in brokering the truce. Talks are scheduled for Friday in Islamabad. The agreement aims to de-escalate tensions and open a path for diplomacy. Global oil…

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Explainer: What is in Iran’s 10-point ceasefire plan and will the US agree to it?

Two-week ceasefire comes after Trump spoke to Pakistan’s leaders, with China also believed to be exerting influence over Tehran

Evening Standard

Trump's ceasefire hangs by a thread as Iran blocks ships from Strait of Hormuz

A threat by the IRGC to destroy ships attempting to pass through the strait comes after explosions in Tehran and across the Middle East

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The Independent UK

Trump agrees to halt bombing of Iran for two weeks subject to strait reopening

Tehran says vessels will have safe passage through the critical waterway in ‘coordination’ with Iran’s military.

The Times of India

US‑Iran agree to two‑week ceasefire: Here is Trump’s full statement

US President Donald Trump stepped back late Tuesday from his threats of devastating strikes on Iran, announcing a two-week ceasefire just hours before the deadline he had set for Tehran. The agreement includes the temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments, and sets…

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: president steps back from threat to destroy Iran’s ‘whole civilization’ after ceasefire deal reached

Trump announces two-week conditional ceasefire after last-minute diplomatic intervention led by Pakistan

International Business Times UK

Trump Agrees to Two-Week Ceasefire With Iran After Receiving 'Workable' 10-Point Proposal and Pakistan Talks

Donald Trump just announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, but on the condition that they would completely and immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Latin Times

Trump Announces Two-Week Ceasefire With Iran, Israel Joins Truce

President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would suspend planned U.S. bombing and attack operations against Iran for two weeks after talks with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, a surprise announcement that abruptly shifted the tone of a crisis that had been spiraling toward a possible…

Axios

U.S. AND IRAN AGREE TO 2-WEEK CEASEFIRE

The announcement came hours before Trump's deadline to launch massive strikes.

Euronews

Police destroy opium poppy fields in Pakistan

Pakistani police destroyed hectares of opium poppy fields in a tribal region near the Afghan border, as farmers said poverty leaves them few alternatives.

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