Israel’s economy shrank in the first quarter of 2026, with GDP down by an annualised rate of 3.3%, compared to GDP growth of 2.9% in 2025, the Central Bureau of Statistics reported on Sunday, even as …
How Long Can China Survive Iran War With Its Saved Up Oil?
While it buys most of Iran’s oil, Iran is not its main supplier. China still sources from elsewhere. Critically it has also built extensive reserves—and its response to the strait crisis these past 11 …
Trump Doubles Down On Prioritizing Iran War Over Americans’ Financial Pains
President Donald Trump doubled down on his claim that the financial pain of Americans is not a consideration when seeking …
Pakistan outpost destroyed in deadly attack as Islamabad hosts Iranian fighter jets
Pakistan is facing a fresh security crisis just as it tries to mediate between the U.S. and Iran. Militants stormed a security outpost in Bajaur district, killing at least eight troops and wounding …
Pakistan’s Iran diplomacy effort a model of ‘true statesmanship’, says US congressman in letter to PM, CDF Munir
Congressman writes letter to PM, CDF Munir, calls Islamabad’s engagement “indispensable” in ongoing peace efforts.
Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi meets Iranian counterpart in Tehran to discuss regional peace
Upon his arrival in Tehran, the Pakistani minister was received by Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni at the airport before the two sides held a bilateral meeting.
Pakistan minister arrives in Tehran to ‘facilitate’ US-Iran peace talks
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is in Tehran for a two-day visit. He aims to help restart peace talks between Iran and the United States. These negotiations have stalled despite a ceasefire.
Pakistan secures release of sailors from US-seized ships
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Friday announced the successful repatriation of 11 Pakistani nationals along with 20 Iranian citizens who had been aboard vessels seized by the United State …
Iran has been confiscating property from critics of the regime
In Iran, speaking out against the current regime can get you in trouble. That includes even commenting on the war. Now Iranian authorities have upped the punishments for people it says are dissidents.
Trump leaves China with breakthroughs — and unfinished business on Xi’s biggest fights
Trump returns from China summit praising Xi and trade progress, but Taiwan, AI, human rights, and Iran remain unresolved after high-stakes talks.