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Trump weighs 'limited strike' on Iran that could come within days, reports Wall Street Journal

Citing people familiar with the matter, the report said the proposed action would involve a narrowly targeted assault on select military or government facilities

‘Got little upset with Pakistan’: As Sharif looks on, Trump mixes trade talk with praise for Asim Munir

Speaking at his Board of Peace event in Washington, Trump recalled his interactions with Islamabad while looking toward Sharif in the audience

5 to 11 fighter jets: Donald Trump's curious India-Pak math as tally keeps climbing

India has consistently denied any third-party mediation in the matter and has rejected Trump's characterisation of events.

'Saviour of South Asia': Shehbaz Sharif recycles false India-Pak truce claim to praise Trump at Gaza summit

The remarks came during the inaugural session of Trump's newly launched Board of Peace, an event meant to showcase global backing for Washington's diplomatic initiatives

'I don't like young, handsome men...': Trump's mic-drop moment as he 'compliments' this world leader

Speaking at the launch event in Washington, Trump welcomed world leaders one by one, largely improvising as he reflected on what he described as the accomplishments of the first year of his second term

Epstein Files Fallout: King Charles III’s brother Andrew 'released under investigation'

This is the first time since the 17th century that a member of the British royalty has been arrested by the police. It is learnt that the King was not informed about the operations in advance.

Indonesia, world’s largest Muslim-majority nation, to take deputy commander role in Gaza force: US general

Morocco had also agreed to send troops, in the first commitment by an Arab country, as well as Albania, Kazakhstan and Kosovo

Sweden pledges $1.4 bn for Ukraine air defence, drones

The funds are part of Sweden's yearly allocated 40-billion-kronor budget for Ukraine aid

Starlink loss a blow to Russian forces in Ukraine: Experts

The US-based Institute for the Study of War says that Ukrainian forces are probably taking advantage of Russia's loss of Starlink

UK holds off approval for US to use its bases in any Iran strike

Trump spoke by phone with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday, with the two men touching on the Iran US talks taking place in Geneva

US Iran War Update: US Military Buildup in Middle East | Trump Prepares for Strike Soon? | Explained

Front row for some, side glance for Pakistan: Shehbaz Sharif’s awkward day at Trump’s Board of Peace meet | WATCH

If Sharif felt sidelined, Trump later offered some verbal balm. Addressing the meeting, the US President praised the Pakistani Prime Minister and Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir.

India attends Trump-hosted Board of Peace meeting as observer

India on Thursday attended the inaugural Board of Peace meeting hosted by US President Donald Trump, underscoring New Delhi’s cautious but engaged approach.

Standard cell with 'a bed and a toilet': Police say no 'special treatment' for ex-Prince Andrew

Former Prince Andrew held without special treatment after arrest in Epstein-linked misconduct probe; police confirm standard custody rules.

US jobless claims drop by the most since November to 206,000

Initial claims decreased by 23,000 to 206,000 in the week ended Feb. 14, according to Labor Department data released Thursday.

'Next 10 days will tell': Trump sets deadline for 'meaningful' Iran deal as US military build-up grows

President Donald Trump on Thursday urged Iran to strike a "meaningful" deal as a huge American military build-up takes shape in the Middle East amid US threats of action against its adversary.

‘Spoke to PM Modi, he’s excited, watching us right now’: Trump repeats India-Pakistan ceasefire claim | VIDEO

Donald Trump says he spoke to PM Modi during India-Pakistan conflict and claims tariff pressure stopped escalation.

‘Pakistan PM thanked me for saving 25 million lives’: Trump says 200% tariff threat stopped India-Pakistan conflict | Video

Donald Trump says he threatened 200% tariffs to halt India-Pakistan fighting; India reiterates no third-party mediation in ceasefire.

'Won't take Asim Munir's name if...': Aleema Khan 'offers deal' to Pakistani govt to save Imran Khan’s eyesight

Aleema Khan specifically called for Imran Khan to be shifted out of jail and into a private medical facility under family supervision.

Trump calls emergency Iran meeting as allies warn of possible strikes ‘within hours’ | Top updates

The President was briefed on indirect negotiations held earlier this week in Geneva and the growing concern within the administration that diplomacy may be close to collapse.

Epstein emails, abuse claims and a birthday arrest: How Prince Andrew’s dark past became his present crisis

The detention came on Andrew’s 66th birthday, underlining how dramatically his public standing has collapsed since his relationship with Epstein first came under scrutiny.

Pakistan invites Apple and Samsung: Will the tech giants bite its phone manufacturing offer?

The Pakistan government has reached out to leading international manufacturers as part of a renewed push to position the country as a mobile and electronics manufacturing hub.

King Charles says law must take its course as brother Andrew arrested over Epstein files allegations

Mountbatten-Windsor, who was stripped of his royal titles due to his connections with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over allegations he sent confidential government documents to Epstein.

Trump’s Board of Peace meets for first time today: Who’s joining the Gaza plan and who’s staying away

The White House invited 50 countries to join the Board of Peace. Around 26 have agreed to participate as founding members.

India set to fully restore visa services in Bangladesh, signalling thaw in ties after Yunus exit

Aniruddha Das, India’s senior consular official in Sylhet, said that New Delhi was moving toward fully restoring visa operations across categories.

Washington visit turns risky for Shehbaz: How Asim Munir’s Gaza promise is backfiring and why Pakistan can't say yes or no

What happens if Pakistan is formally asked to deploy troops in Gaza? That question has hovered over Islamabad for weeks and explains the unusually intense travel schedule of Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir across the Middle East.

Ex-Prince Andrew arrested for 'misconduct in public office': How Jeffrey Epstein’s shadow finally caught up and what's next

Prince Andrew’s arrest marks the most serious criminal development yet linked to his long-scrutinised association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

King Charles’ brother Andrew arrested over misconduct probe linked to Epstein files

New revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein files appear to show Andrew sent the convicted US sex offender potentially confidential documents during his time as a UK trade envoy.

Poisonous gas leak at Nigeria mine kills 37, dozens hospitalised: What we know so far

Nigeria has struggled for years to regulate its vast informal mining sector, particularly illegal gold mining operations that are common in remote areas.

Layoffs, anger and a false narrative: Why an Amazon India Office video became a scapegoat for US job losses | Explained

The post was amplified by accounts linked to the MAGA political ecosystem, many of which framed the video as evidence that Indian workers were benefiting at the expense of Americans who had lost their jobs.

Karachi blast triggers building collapse, 16 killed: Pakistan officials

A pre-dawn gas cylinder explosion during Ramadan preparations brought down a residential building in Karachi, killing 16 people and injuring several others.

Did India strike Pakistan’s nuclear nerve centre? Why the Kirana Hills claim has rattled Asim Munir

Whether or not Kirana Hills was struck, the very plausibility of the claim is damaging for Pakistan. It reinforces the perception that India can penetrate deep into Pakistan’s strategic geography with precision and restraint.

Did Israel detain Tucker Carlson? What the US commentator claims and what really happened at Ben Gurion Airport

Carlson said he travelled to Tel Aviv to conduct an interview with Huckabee and that problems began when he and his team attempted to leave Israel.

Yoon Suk Yeol gets life sentence over 2024 martial law bid, court calls it insurrection

South Korea jails former president for life after ruling his 2024 martial-law move was an attempt to crush political opposition and seize power.

Why South Korea’s ex-president is facing an insurrection verdict

A court ruling on former president Yoon Suk Yeol could set a historic precedent after his failed attempt to impose martial law plunged the country into crisis.

A weekend that could change the Middle East: Trump’s final call, US military buildup and Iran’s options | Explained

The rapid escalation of military assets across the Middle East, combined with stalled nuclear talks and increasingly combative rhetoric on both sides, has made the possibility of conflict both more credible and more dangerous.

Why Zuckerberg chose Instagram filters over expert warnings

Court testimony revealed that Mark Zuckerberg overruled internal and external wellbeing experts to reinstate Instagram beauty filters, a decision now central to a landmark child safety lawsuit.

Why the Trump Organization moved to trademark a US airport name

As Florida lawmakers push to rename Palm Beach International Airport after Donald Trump, his family business has stepped in to lock down the branding.

Why the Pentagon and Anthropic are clashing over military use of AI

A contract dispute has exposed a deeper fight over who sets the rules for artificial intelligence on future battlefields.

Why NASA keeps betting on a fuel that keeps leaking

Liquid hydrogen has delayed Artemis missions, grounded rockets and frustrated engineers for decades. Yet NASA still relies on it to send astronauts back to the Moon.

AI can't solve this: OpenAI's Altman, Anthropic's Amodei avoid holding hands at AI Summit as rivalry heats up

Altman and Amodei shared the dais with Modi and other technology executives, including Google CEO Sundar Pichai

'Request Army chief ...': Asim Munir dragged into Pak hockey team's Sydney ordeal, captain says team 'mentally tortured'

Pakistan captain Shakeel Ammad Butt urged Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir to intervene after alleging mismanagement by the Pakistan Hockey Federation left players stranded and humiliated during the Australia tour.

'3rd world aliens': MAGA activist targets Hanuman statue in Texas, backlash erupts online

Why Trump doesn’t want UK to 'give away' Diego Garcia: Significance of key Indian Ocean base amid Iran tensions

Trump’s warning to Britain over the Chagos deal puts the strategic Diego Garcia military base and Iran tensions at the centre of a fresh diplomatic rift.

'Unites States of Americas': Pakistan mocked again as Sharif’s US visit announcement typo goes viral

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif faces online ridicule after Ministry of Foreign Affairs typo in US visit announcement sparks social media frenzy.

US deploys massive air power to Middle East, Iran fortifies nuclear sites: Will US strike Iran this weekend?

Satellite images show Iran reinforcing nuclear and military facilities as the United States sends significant naval and air forces to the Middle East amid speculation of a possible strike on Iran this weekend.

US Congressman Brad Sherman says Trump looking for excuses to slap 'outrageous tariffs' on India

In a post on social media platform X, the California Democrat questioned why India was being singled out despite importing a smaller share of crude from Russia