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 · May 25
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 · May 25
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… AAP · May 25
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 · May 24
'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 · May 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 · May 24
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 · May 24
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. The Conversation · May 24
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 The Guardian - UK · May 24
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. Euronews · May 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… France 24 · May 24
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 The Independent UK · May 24
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. AAP · May 24
The Times of India · May 24 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 · May 24 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 · May 24 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 · May 24 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 · May 24 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…
The Times of India · May 24 From Hormuz to nuclear talks - what to expect in the 60-day US-Iran ceasefire proposal A potential 60-day ceasefire extension between the US and Iran is nearing, aiming to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and allow Iranian oil exports. This deal, brokered by Pakistan, includes lifting US port blockades and sanctions waivers, contingent on Iran negotiating its nuclear program and ending the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Global…
The Times of India · May 24 'Either we sign a deal or hit them harder': Trump says Iran deal has '50/50' chances President Trump indicated a 50/50 chance of a deal or military action with Iran, with a decision expected Sunday. Intense diplomatic efforts involving multiple Middle Eastern nations have led to a "largely negotiated" Memorandum of Understanding for peace, subject to finalization.
The Economic Times · May 24 ‘94% of users are Indian’: Cockroach Janta Party founder fires back at BJP claim of Pakistan-heavy audience Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, stands firm against BJP's assertions regarding the demographic of his movement's social media audience. According to recent data, an impressive 94% of his followers are Indians, countering the Union ministers' claims of a Pakistani influence. The movement's emphasis on youth unemployment…
France 24 · May 24 Trump says US will not ‘rush into a deal’ to end Iran war US President Donald Trump on Sunday said he had told US representatives not to rush into a deal with Iran, calling for both sides to “take their time and get it right”. Trump said the US blockade on Iran’s ports would remain in place until a deal was reached. Follow…
The Guardian - US · May 24 Trump news at a glance: Does the president see a chance to end the war with Iran? Donald Trump appeared upbeat about the prospects of an imminent deal with Tehran, although Iran and mediators Pakistan appear slightly less sure – key US politics stories from Saturday 23 May
International Business Times UK · May 23 Iran-US War Talks: Nine Things Everyone Needs to Know About the Proposed Deal The US and Iran are engaged in tense talks mediated by Pakistan, facing challenges over Lebanon, blocked assets, and military presence, with the international community closely watching.