The Latest Breaking News from Pakistan

Iran-US peace negotiations in Pakistan: Who is likely to attend the talks in Islamabad?

A high-level US delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance, will travel to Islamabad this weekend for crucial talks with Iran. The discussions aim to secure a more lasting ceasefire and end weeks of intense hostilities. Pakistan will host the in-person meetings, with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif expected to…

The Times of India · Apr 9

Some countries in Asia are rationing energy – why they’ve been hit hardest by the crisis in the Gulf

The war in Iran has led to a global energy crisis. Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a major energy chokepoint that handles roughly 20% of the world’s oil, has been largely blocked by Iran since hostilities broke out in late February. This has, at times, caused oil prices…

The Conversation · Apr 9

NATO Secretary General Reportedly Says Trump Wants Concrete Commitments On Strait Of Hormuz Within Days

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told European leaders that President Donald Trump wants concrete commitments on passage through the Strait of Hormuz within days as parties gear up for negotiations in Pakistan, according to a new report.

International Business Times · Apr 9

'We don't trust Pakistan': Israeli ambassador ahead of Iran-US peace negotiations in Islamabad

Israeli ambassador to India Reuven Azar on Thursday expressed distrust in Pakistan, calling it a country that "sponsors terrorism" ahead of the US-Iran peace talks in Islamabad.

The Times of India · Apr 9

Pakistan seeks end to own war while mediating peace talks between US and Iran

Mediator China says Islamabad and Kabul agree to not take actions that may ‘escalate or complicate the situation’

The Independent UK · Apr 9

First Thing: Ceasefire in peril as Israel assaults Lebanon and Iran blocks oil tankers

Iran and mediator Pakistan say ceasefire includes Lebanon but Israel and US disagree. Plus, how Korean fried chicken took over the world

The Guardian - UK · Apr 9

Peace talks in doubt? Iran envoy says going to Pakistan for peace talk, later deletes post

The fragile ceasefire diplomacy in the Middle East appeared on shaky grounds after Iran’s envoy to Pakistan briefly announced the arrival of a negotiating team in Islamabad, only to delete the post minutes later, fuelling questions over timing and coordination ahead of crucial talks with the United States.

The Times of India · Apr 9

No ‘Dalali’, no voice: Jaishankar’s snark can’t steal Islamabad’s ceasefire limelight

Israel has bombed Lebanon despite a temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran, putting a fragile Pakistan-brokered truce in West Asia at risk. After the no-holds-barred Israeli bombing that killed over 100 people, Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz once more. 

Newslaundry · Apr 9

Was Lebanon part of ceasefire deal or not? How Pakistan may have muddled US-Iran truce

A ceasefire between the US and Iran is shrouded in confusion, with sharp disagreements over its scope, particularly regarding Lebanon. While the US insists the truce is limited to Iran, Pakistan and Iran suggest a broader agreement. This ambiguity, coupled with continued Israeli strikes in Lebanon and differing US negotiation…

The Times of India · Apr 9

Middle East peace push: Iranian delegation to arrive in Pakistan for high-level talks

An Iranian delegation is arriving in Pakistan for high-level talks based on a 10-point framework, while a US delegation led by Vice-President JD Vance is also set to engage in negotiations. These diplomatic efforts follow a US-announced ceasefire, though hostilities persist in Lebanon, with Iran alleging violations.

The Times of India · Apr 9