Pakistan: Karachi court remands man for killing wife over domestic dispute
A Karachi court remanded a man accused of murdering his wife by hitting her with an iron rod to police custody for two days, according to Geo News. The suspect,…
Kuwait neutralises “hostile missile and drone attacks” as Iran claims strikes on US bases
Kuwaiti air defence networks actively engaged and neutralised a wave of incoming aerial threats on Wednesday, following reports of loud blasts across multiple sectors of the country amid escalating volatility…
US says forces foiled Iranian missile attacks on Gulf nations, confirms striking Qeshm Island
The United States military announced that American forces had “successfully defeated” a succession of Iranian missile and drone operations directed against neighbouring nations in the region, while simultaneously executing protective…
118 commercial vessels redirected, five disabled under Iran blockade: US military
The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced that American forces have redirected 118 commercial vessels and disabled five others as part of Washington’s active naval blockade aimed at Iranian…
Qatar opposes permanent Hormuz shipping tolls but says temporary fees are “negotiable”
Permanent transit tariffs in the Strait of Hormuz will ultimately inflate prices for global buyers and must be opposed, Qatar has cautioned. Doha and its regional allies are firmly against…
Hegseth says US blockade in Strait of Hormuz is “very much still in place”
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has stated that the American naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz is “very much still in place”, even as President Donald Trump evaluates…
Trump shares confrontational “discombobulated” message alongside striking AI military art
US President Donald Trump has sparked widespread digital engagement after sharing a highly stylised, AI-generated depiction of himself across social media channels. The Republican leader took to Truth Social on…
“Maritime security and energy security inseparable, distance from conflict no longer means safety: Navy Chief on threats to Strait of Hormuz trade route
Outgoing Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Saturday said the Indian Navy remains fully committed to ensuring the safe passage of oil tankers through the…
Hezbollah uses civilians as human shields; Israel focused on protecting people, says former Israeli intelligence officer
Sarit Zehavi, a former Israeli intelligence officer and founder of the Alma Research and Education Centre, on Thursday pointed towards a hill near the Israel-Lebanon border and recalled how Hezbollah…
UAE PM Mohammed bin Rashid receives Eid Al-Adha well-wishers at Za’abeel Majlis in Dubai
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, accompanied by Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy…
11 social media activists arrested in Pakistan’s Punjab over alleged anti-state content; raises free speech concerns
Pakistan’s National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has arrested 11 social media activists across multiple cities in Punjab for allegedly spreading anti-state propaganda and inciting unrest, Dawn reported, citing officials.…
Taiwan detects 9 PLA aircraft sorties, 6 PLAN vessels around territory
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence on Thursday recorded 9 sorties of PLA aircraft and 6 PLAN vessels operating around its territory. Sharing the details in a post on X, the…
Trump’s hospital visit omits meeting Iran war injured troops: Report
US President Donald Trump skipped meeting the 14 troops injured in the conflict against Iran during his visit for the six-month medical checkup to Walter Reed Medical Centre, CBS News…
Zelenskyy asks US for anti-ballistic missiles amid Russia’s threats
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday met Representatives of the US Congress Richard Blumenthal and Jim Himes and discussed further support for Kyiv to strengthen its air defence as it…
Iran slams US ‘self-defence strikes’ amid peace talks, says exposes Washington’s “dishonesty and unreliability”
Iran on Tuesday strongly condemned the recent US ‘self-defence strikes’ on the Islamic Republic, as well as the maritime blockade on its ports, saying such actions expose Washington’s “dishonesty and…
“Iran wants to kill as many civilians as possible”: Israeli Police international spokesperson recalls March 1 Beit Shemesh attack
Israeli Police International Press Spokesperson Dean Elsdunne recalled the March 1 attack in Beit Shemesh, Jerusalem, in which nine people were killed, accusing Iran of targeting civilians with cluster missiles.…
Iranian President Pezeshkian calls for Muslim unity “in face of threat”
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for stronger unity among Muslim countries, stressing that collective solidarity is essential to effectively addressing regional challenges and ongoing tensions in West Asia. In…
US conducts ‘self-defence strikes’ on Iranian boats, missile sites amid ceasefire negotiations
The US military carried out “self-defence strikes” targeting Iranian missile launch sites and boats near the Strait of Hormuz amid an ongoing ceasefire between the two countries, CNN reported, citing…
Iranian President Pezeshkian orders restoration of internet access
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the restoration of internet access across the country, Al Jazeera reported, citing Iranian media. The Iranian media, Mehr News Agency, cited a top source…
Russia threatens ‘systematic strikes’ on Kyiv, urges evacuation
Russia has threatened to launch “consistent and systematic strikes” on Ukraine’s defence infrastructure in Kyiv and advised foreign citizens to leave the city. The Russian Foreign Ministry issued a statement…
Israel ramps up Lebanon operations, strikes 70+ Hezbollah targets
Israel Defence Forces (IDF) launched fresh waves of airstrikes across Lebanon, hitting more than 70 Hezbollah infrastructure sites, using around 85 munitions. IDF, in a post on X, said that…
“Encouraging progress toward a final understanding”: Pak Army as Asim Munir wraps up Iran visit
Indirect negotiations over the past 24 hours showed some movement towards narrowing differences between the sides involved, according to Iran’s semi-official Tasnim News Agency. Fresh diplomatic consultations took place in…
US, Iran close to extending ceasefire by 60 days: Report
Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam said that a positive stride is being taken forward based on dignity in truce talks. Moghadam hoped that the diplomatic efforts would…
Trump talks to gulf allies on drafting peace MoU, opening of St of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has said the United States is engaged in discussions with leaders from several countries regarding efforts linked to peace and stability in the Gulf region, including…
Iran rejects Trump’s claim on Strait of Hormuz, says Tehran will retain control
Iran on Sunday rejected US President Donald Trump’s claim that the Strait of Hormuz would return to its previous status under a proposed agreement, with Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency…