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Pakistan sits out crucial UNSC vote on Hormuz: Why it is trapped between Iran next door and Gulf lifelines

At a moment demanding clear positions, Pakistan opted for calculated silence, exposing the deep economic vulnerabilities and geopolitical compulsions shaping its foreign policy.

Iran threatens to target Aramco, UAE pipelines if US strikes power plants: Report

A military source said Trump’s threats stem from “desperation and helplessness” rather than strength.

'Civilisations don’t die by bombing': Iran embassies hit back at Trump’s ‘will die tonight’ threat

Trump had made the statement on Truth Social, warning of devastating consequences if Iran failed to comply with US demands, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump stands firm: 8 p.m. strikes on Iran scheduled, diplomacy still possible

US President Donald Trump confirmed threatened strikes on Iran for 8 p.m. ET, leaving room for last-minute talks, while Iran rejects pressure and Russia, China veto a UN resolution on Hormuz.

Iranians form human chains at bridges, power plants after Trump’s strike warning | Watch

The mobilisation comes after US President Donald Trump warned of possible strikes on key infrastructure, including bridges and power plants, if Tehran does not agree to his demands to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Pakistan's hypocrisy on display: Senator mocks UAE as 'bechara', 'majboor' despite financial lifeline, warns of 'Akhand Bharat'

The remarks have surfaced at a sensitive moment for Pakistan’s economy. Islamabad recently failed to secure a rollover of $3 billion in deposits from the UAE for the first time in seven years.

Can Iran charge ships to cross Strait of Hormuz? What international law says

The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow passage between Iran and Oman, carries about a fifth of global oil supplies and is considered an international transit corridor.

Iraq's armed group says it will release kidnapped US journalist Shelly Kittleson

Kittleson had been kidnapped in the Iraqi capital last week.

Bill Gates to appear before House Epstein panel on June 10

Bill Gates has called his relationship with Epstein a “huge mistake” and has denied wrongdoing

Russia, China veto UN resolution on reopening Strait of Hormuz

Russia and China vetoed a UN resolution urging coordinated defence to keep the Strait of Hormuz open amid rising tensions.

'Only the president knows what he will do': White House keeps world guessing as Trump's Iran ultimatum nears end

The remarks came just hours before the deadline, with tensions escalating and Trump warning that “a whole civilization will die” if Iran failed to comply.

Asim Munir rattled as Iran strikes Saudi sites: Why Pakistan stares at a crisis it cannot control | Explained

With a defence pact binding it to Riyadh, limited leverage over Tehran, and ongoing internal security pressures, Pakistan finds itself in a difficult position.

'We are crushing the terror regime in Iran': Netanyahu confirms strikes on bridges and railways

Israel struck bridges and railways across Iran used by the Revolutionary Guards, killing regime commanders, while Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed intensified attacks. US President Trump warned of “complete demolition” if Hormuz deadline missed.

White House denies planning nuclear weapon use against Iran

The White House denied that Vice President JD Vance suggested nuclear strikes on Iran, calling claims of implication “literally nothing.”

How Russia is shaping Hungary’s high-stakes election

As Viktor Orban faces a tight vote, Russia’s support appears less hidden and more openly aligned with his campaign messaging.

Iran warns allies could close Bab El-Mandeb Strait as Trump threatens 'whole civilization'

As Trump threatens to destroy a “whole civilisation” in Iran, Tehran warns that if tensions escalate, allies could close the strategic Bab El-Mandeb Strait, disrupting global oil trade.

Iran’s 10-point plan explained as war enters a critical phase

Tehran has laid out conditions to end the conflict with the US and Israel, offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for security guarantees and sanctions relief.

AI is writing too much code and companies are struggling to keep up

New coding tools are boosting productivity at unprecedented levels, but the flood of software is creating new risks, backlogs and hiring challenges.

Trump’s Iran threats raise fresh questions over war crimes

As deadlines loom, questions are growing over whether targeting infrastructure could cross legal lines under international law.

A possible super El Niño could reshape weather across the world

Forecasts point to unusually strong Pacific warming, with potential impacts on India’s monsoon, global temperatures and extreme weather into 2027.

Dow drops over 200 points as Iran deal doubts grow ahead of Trump deadline; oil tops $110

US stocks fall and oil rises as Trump’s Hormuz deadline nears, with reports suggesting low chances of a US-Iran deal.

Iran ends all backchannel talks with US; says ‘a psychopath’s threats won’t end what time couldn’t’

Iran has cancelled all diplomatic and indirect channels of communication with the United States and announced the end of message exchanges following Trump’s threat.

Iran’s Saudi strike shakes Pakistan’s bid to keep US-Tehran talks on track

Pakistan-mediated U.S.-Iran talks face risk after Iran strike on Saudi facilities.

‘True colonialism’: Uday Kotak says Trump’s Hormuz comments raise risks of a pre-1945 world order

Uday Kotak warns Trump’s Hormuz proposal signals colonialism, outlines risks of structural global shift amid West Asia tensions.

'There’s going to be a lot of negotiation': JD Vance signals intense talks with Iran ahead of deadline

US Vice President JD Vance said “there’s going to be a lot of negotiation” with Iran, as Washington keeps pressure through unused options while preparing for possible direct talks.

‘New phase of war begins’: Iran escalates missile threat, says ‘all previous strikes are multiplied by two’

IRGC commander outlines dual-launch missile strategy as Iran warns Gulf countries of prolonged disruption to oil and gas flows following reported strikes on Kharg Island

US-Israel strike Kharg Island: Why Iran’s tiny oil hub is a global flashpoint and how it could trigger a wider war

The destruction of Kharg Island would have consequences far beyond Iran. Experts warn that taking the island offline would effectively cripple Iran’s economy overnight.

'A whole civilisation will die tonight': Trump warns of massive destruction, regime change in Iran after Kharg Island attack

Donald Trump warned Iran of catastrophic consequences while also hinting at the possibility of regime change in Tehran, following US and Israeli strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island.

'Restraint is over': Iran issues blunt warning to neighbouring Gulf countries after Kharg island strike

Iran warns of prolonged oil disruption after reported US-Israel strikes on Kharg Island and infrastructure across Iran.

Probe debunks Pakistan's claims, says it struck rehab centre in Kabul: 'Why did they bomb it?'

Pakistan’s military had claimed that the strikes targeted an ammunition site and a drone storage facility as part of its campaign against the Taliban government, which it accuses of supporting militant groups.

Iran’s president Pezeshkian joins 14 million Iranians ready to lay down their lives for country

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian joined a mass volunteer campaign, saying he is ready to sacrifice his life, as over 14 million Iranians pledge to defend the country amid rising tensions.

From 48 hours to 408 hours: How Trump’s Iran ultimatum has kept stretching amid talks and threats

What began as a short deadline has now extended to over 400 hours, underscoring a pattern of pressure tactics, delays and continued uncertainty over whether talks can prevent further escalation.

Israel-US launch fresh strikes on Iran infrastructure, Tehran warns of oil cut-off ‘for years’

Israel and the US launched widespread strikes on Iranian infrastructure, while Tehran warned it could cut oil and gas supplies “for years”, amid explosions at key energy sites and fragile diplomacy.

Dow futures fall as Trump’s Iran deadline nears and Hormuz deal hopes fade

Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures slip amid uncertainty over Iran talks.

Kharg Island targeted in US-Israeli airstrikes, radar and military sites hit; Iran vows response

Iran War News: The attack came hours ahead of a deadline imposed by US President Donald Trump for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face the destruction of its bridges and energy plants.

Two gunmen killed after gunfire near Israeli consulate in Istanbul, officers injured

Gunfire near Israel’s Istanbul consulate left suspects dead and two police officers injured, as Turkish authorities responded swiftly and launched an investigation amid heightened regional tensions.

France quietly moved 129 tonnes of gold from New York to Paris and made €12.8 billion in the process: Here's how

At the centre of this move is the Banque de France, which has restructured how and where its gold is held, moving away from long-standing overseas storage arrangements and towards a fully domestic reserve system.

Bold promises, zero delivery: Pakistan’s five headline deals that have gone nowhere as Asim Munir’s influence push falters

Since early this year, Pakistani officials and state-aligned media have amplified a series of high-profile initiatives involving defence exports, economic deals, and diplomatic mediation.