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'Disastrous mistake': Germany’s President Steinmeier rebukes Trump, warns of rupture in transatlantic ties over Iran war

Germany’s President Frank-Walter Steinmeier called the Iran war a “disastrous mistake” breaching international law, criticising Donald Trump and warning of lasting damage to US-Germany relations.

Is it already too late to stop the Iran war? Why each passing day is narrowing chances of peace

In this already fragile situation, the entry of countries like Pakistan does little to resolve the central dilemma. If anything, it highlights it. Who exactly is in a position to negotiate on Iran’s behalf?

Pakistan has 3 strong reasons to help end the Iran war but peace isn’t one of them

The ongoing war in Iran has taken a toll on several economies but the impact is particularly worrying for Pakistan, a grant-dependent country grappling with financial constraints.

US-Iran Talks: Iranian delegation in Pakistan as Trump pauses strikes on energy infrastructure

An Iranian delegation, led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, is in Pakistan for potential US-Iran talks, with a five-day pause on strikes and hopes to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Asim Munir steps in as Pakistan’s Iran crisis fixer: Why old doubts and new motives cloud his pitch | Explained

Asim Munir has stepped in directly to open lines of communication with Tehran, attempting to create what Pakistan describes as a “safe and neutral” space for dialogue.

US-approved Iranian barrels find a cautious reception in India

The US issued its third waiver for restricted oil on Friday, allowing purchases of Iranian oil already on the water in the Trump administration’s latest effort to cool rising prices with additional supply.

How Jeffrey Epstein became a fixer for billionaire Leon Black

Newly released documents suggest the relationship went far beyond tax advice, raising questions about payments, influence and control.

Why Trump suddenly shifted from threats to talks with Iran

A mix of pressure from allies, market concerns and backchannel diplomacy appears to havepushed a quick change in approach.

Who really brokered Trump's Iran war pause? Egypt, Pakistan and Turkey’s quiet diplomacy comes into focus

Iran War News: Cairo held urgent consultations and warned that continued escalation could lead to “total chaos” in the region, underlining the urgency of de-escalation.

Can Trump really strike a deal with Iran amid an escalating war?

Mixed signals, deep distrust and hard red lines on both sides make any diplomatic breakthrough far more complicated than it sounds

A massive explosion and a flood of conspiracy theories: Could Iran be behind Texas refinery blast?

The blast took place at the Valero refinery in Port Arthur, a key industrial hub in the United States, even as geopolitical tensions tied to the Iran conflict remain high.

Why the timing of Trump’s Iran announcements is drawing scrutiny

Shifting deadlines, mixed messaging and well-timed statements are raising questions about whether market reactions are shaping wartime decisions.

Imran Khan slams Pak judiciary for 'inhumane treatment' of wife Bushra Bibi in prison: 'Judges sold their souls'

Slamming the Pakistani judiciary over what he has described 'inhumane treatment' of Bushra Bibi, the ousted PM of Pakistan reportedly said, "Judges have sold their souls".

AWS’s Bahrain facility ‘disrupted’ following drone activity, Amazon urges migrating to other locations

This is the second time in a month that the oprerations at the AWS centre in Bahrain have been disrupted ever since the war started on February 28.

Why Israel still ranks among the world’s happiest countries despite conflict

The latest global rankings show that long-term life satisfaction often tells a very different story from day-to-day stress.

OPINION | The Strait that feeds the world

A humanitarian crisis is building behind the oil headlines. Close to half the world’s nitrogen supply relies on Hormuz. War-related disruption can fuel global food inflation

Mosquitoes track humans using CO2 and visual cues, not by following each other

New research shows how mosquitoes independently lock onto humans, combining smell and sight to decide when to bite.

James Webb Telescope spots a rocky planet with a year that lasts just 10 hours

A strange world spotted by scientists challenges what we thought we knew about how atmospheres survive.

Iran's Mojtaba Khamenei open to talks with US; no official confirmation yet: Media reports

The report comes after US President Donald Trump said there have been talks between Washington and Tehran that produced what he described as 'major points of agreement'.

What led to Trump's sudden U-turn on Iran war: Egyptian intel, covert meeting, Saudi & Pak 'intervention'

A report said that foreign ministers from Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan met in Riyadh before dawn on Thursday to explore a diplomatic off-ramp to the escalating conflict with Iran.

Scientists identify “death switch” in brain linked to Alzheimer’s progression

New research points to a toxic protein interaction that may speed up brain cell damage, and a potential way to block it.

Pakistan tops global pollution list in 2025, finds study

The world’s 25 most polluted cities were all located in India, Pakistan and China, the report said.

Japan sees rush for essentials like toilet paper and pet food as Gulf tensions rise

Anxiety over the Middle East conflict is pushing people to stock up, even as officials urge calm.

OPINION | Trump may want it but conditions are not ripe for a durable ceasefire in West Asia

The probability of a consensual modus-vivendi to the current war, leading to a total and equitable cessation of hostilities remains low

Saudi Arabia, UAE near tipping point on joining US-Israel war against Iran, reports Wall Street Journal

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is now focused on restoring deterrence and is nearing a decision on whether to join military operations, with one source telling The Wall Street Journal that Saudi entry into the conflict may be imminent

Shia clerics slam Asim Munir over 'go to Iran' remark: 'You work for Trump and United States against Pakistan'

Last week, Pakistan Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir sparked a controversy after telling Shia clerics that those who "love Iran so much should go to Iran".

Did Hegseth push Iran strikes? Trump's 'Let's do it' remark puts him at centre of Iran war debate

Speaking at a roundtable in Tennessee, Trump said, "Pete, I think you were the first one to speak up, and you said, 'Let’s do it because you can’t let them have a nuclear weapon,'" with Hegseth seated beside him.

Powerica IPO: Can it power an investor’s portfolio?

A legacy DG player pivots to renewables, with deleveraging and data-centre demand powering the next growth phase

Air Canada flight attendant survives after being thrown 300 feet during crash, was still strapped to seat: 'Total miracle...'

Air traffic control audio indicated confusion in the moments leading up to the collision.

OPINION | India needs a strategic gas buffer before the next supply shock

India relies heavily on imported gas. Limited storage and supply concentration increase risks. Building storage, diversifying sources, and improving markets can enhance energy security

Powerful blast hits Texas refinery, shelter-in-place order issued

Jefferson County Sheriff Zena Stephens told local media that the explosion likely originated from an industrial heater

White House plays down reports of US-Iran talks, says 'will not negotiate through press'

Responding to a media query on whether US Vice President Vance, envoy Steve Witkoff and former adviser Jared Kushner would meet Iranian officials this week, Leavitt said, 'The U.S. will not negotiate through the press".

Iran US War News Highlights (March 25): Drone attack hits fuel tank, sparks fire at Kuwait International Airport; no casualties reported

Modi assured that India is taking steps to ensure the safety of its citizens in the Gulf region, even as some Indian crew members remain stranded in the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing crisis.

Pentagon revises media access rules after court order, moves press area outside main corridors

The Pentagon has updated its media policy to comply with a court ruling, requiring escorted journalist access while appealing restrictions on press freedom.

Giorgia Meloni loses referendum on judicial reforms, vows to stay on as Italy’s prime minister

Giorgia Meloni has conceded defeat in a referendum on judicial reforms but said she will continue as Italy’s prime minister despite the setback.

Gold, silver plunge over 20% in March so far, worst fall in 45 years; enter bear market territory

Gold has fallen over 20 percent this month, while silver has declined about 33 percent, making it the sharpest fall for both precious metals since March 1980.

Bill Cosby ordered to pay $19.25 million in decades-old sexual assault case, Los Angeles jury rules

A Los Angeles jury has ordered Bill Cosby to pay $19.25 million after finding him liable in a decades-old sexual assault case, with punitive damages still under consideration.

Trump administration eyes Iran’s Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf as potential partner for talks: Report

The Donald Trump administration is considering Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf as a potential negotiating partner as it shifts toward diplomacy in the Iran conflict, a Politico report said.

S. Jaishankar, Marco Rubio discuss West Asia conflict, energy security amid Iran-US tensions

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed the West Asia conflict and global energy security as tensions between the US and Iran continue amid conflicting claims over talks and a temporary pause on strikes.