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Trump says Iran peace deal could be signed by Sunday, with strait of Hormuz to open shortly after

US president says in online post he reserves ‘ultimate alternative’ if Tehran refuses to sign agreement

The Guardian - US

Deadly Pakistani airstrikes in Afghanistan end a month of calm

Pakistan has launched new airstrikes on Afghanistan, ending a month of calm and escalating what Islamabad previously called “open war” between the neighbors

The Independent UK

PoK unrest: BLF chief backs resistance, accuses Pakistan of suppressing political rights

Baloch Liberation Front chief Allah Nazar Baloch criticizes Pakistan's policies in PoJK, stating resistance highlights the futility of suppressing rights through force. He questions the 'Azad Kashmir' narrative, alleging Islamabad's control and Punjab's dominance. Baloch calls for solidarity among oppressed groups, amid ongoing unrest and a crackdown in PoJK.

The Times of India

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Pakistan orders early market closures as energy costs soar amid US-Iran conflict

Islamabad has mandated early business closures, with markets shutting by 8 pm and eateries by 10 pm, to combat rising energy costs fueled by Middle East conflicts. This austerity measure, effective June 1, 2026, aims to reduce electricity consumption and ease financial strain on Pakistan, a nation heavily reliant on…

The Times of India

Pakistan: Market timings revised in Islamabad amid austerity drive

Islamabad businesses are required to close by 8 pm from Monday. This is part of the government's austerity measures to conserve energy. Restaurants and food outlets can stay open until 10 pm. Essential services are exempt. This move aims to reduce electricity consumption during peak hours. The government encourages daytime…

The Economic Times

US-Iran conflict adds fresh strain to Pakistan's fragile economy

Pakistan faces a growing inflation crisis. Tensions between the United States and Iran are driving up fuel prices. This is making daily life difficult for ordinary citizens. Salaried workers and low-income families struggle to afford basic necessities. Petrol prices have surged significantly. Diesel prices have also increased. This impacts transportation…

The Economic Times

Pain for Pakistan: History makes a U-turn in India's neighbourhood

Russia and the Taliban have signed a significant military cooperation agreement. This pact alters regional security dynamics. Pakistan's strategic position is weakened as the Taliban moves away from Islamabad. India sees a strategic opportunity, consolidating its influence in Central Asia and reducing Pakistan's leverage. This development marks a major shift…

The Economic Times

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'Will Pakistan recognise Israel?' Viral clip captures journalist confronting foreign minister Ishaq Dar

A viral video featuring Pakistan deputy prime minister and foreign minister Ishaq Dar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reignited debate over whether Islamabad could eventually recognise Israel.

The Times of India

Russia signs military pact with Taliban - How it can benefit India and unsettle Pak

Less than a year after formally recognising the Taliban government in Afghanistan, Russia has now signed a military cooperation agreement with Kabul. According to Politico, the agreement was signed on Wednesday during a meeting between Afghan Defence Minister Mohammad Yaqoub and Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu at the International…

The Times of India

Mediation, debt and disorder: Can Pakistan keep balancing China, America and its own crises?

Pakistan has always believed that geography can compensate for weakness. It sits at the intersection of South Asia, Central Asia and the Middle East, possesses nuclear weapons, maintains relationships with superpowers who have shared cold ties, and has spent decades convincing bigger powers that it is too strategically important to…

The Times of India

'More than problematic': US Senator on Pakistan's role in Iran peace talks

The remarks came after Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif rejected US President Donald Trump’s appeal for Islamabad to join the Abraham Accords. Asif said Pakistan would not back any agreement that went against the country’s "fundamental ideologies". The Abraham Accords were brokered by the United States in 2020 and…

The Times of India

'Not acceptable to us': Pakistan gives Donald Trump’s Abraham Accords pitch a blunt thumbs down

Pakistan has firmly rejected joining the Abraham Accords, with Defence Minister Khawaja Asif stating it contradicts fundamental ideologies. Islamabad's long-standing stance is clear: no recognition of Israel without a Palestinian state. This comes as former US President Donald Trump urged several Muslim-majority nations to normalize ties with Israel, linking it…

The Times of India

Abraham Accords explained: Who signed, who didn't, and why it matters now

US President Donald Trump has renewed efforts to expand the Abraham Accords, urging several Muslim-majority and Arab nations to normalise ties with Israel as part of a broader regional settlement linked to ongoing negotiations with Iran. In a series of remarks, Trump called on countries including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Pakistan,…

The Times of India

Trump skips Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif, invites Army chief Asim Munir to join Abraham Accords, raises questions over who runs the country

Former US President Donald Trump urged Pakistan and other Muslim-majority nations to join the Abraham Accords for regional peace, mistakenly naming Army Chief Asim Munir instead of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. This highlights Munir's significant influence and Pakistan's complex stance on recognizing Israel, which remains tied to a Palestinian state.

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France 24

Trump says US will not ‘rush into a deal’ to end Iran war

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said he had told US representatives not to rush into a deal with Iran, calling for both sides to “take their time and get it right”. Trump said the US blockade on Iran’s ports would remain in place until a deal was reached. Follow…

France 24

Iran, US and Pakistan report progress in talks on ending war

Washington, Tehran and mediator Islamabad all said on Saturday that progress had been made on ending the US-Israeli war on Iran, with a Pakistani security official saying that a memorandum of understanding was being "fine-tuned".

Bangkok Post

Pakistan military chief arrives in Tehran in push to end Iran war

TEHRAN - Pakistan's powerful army chief arrived in Tehran on Friday, with Islamabad mediating as the Islamic republic examines a new US proposal to end the Middle East war.

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Indian Creator Shares Her Experience of Living in Pakistan for Three Years

Indians are known to have settled in almost every corner of the world. It is often said that no matter where you go, you are likely to find an Indian community there. However, one country where the presence of Indians remains rare and unusual is Pakistan, given the long-standing political…

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The Independent UK

Man sentenced to death for murder of teen TikTok star Sana Yousaf

Umar Hayat shot influencer dead at her Islamabad home in 2025 after she rejected his advances

The Economic Times

Pakistan deploys jet squadron, thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia during Iran war

Pakistan has deployed 8,000 troops, a squadron of fighter jets and an air defence system to Saudi Arabia under a mutual defence pact, deepening military ties with Riyadh even as Islamabad positions itself as the key mediator in the Iran conflict.

The Economic Times

Indian Army chief’s warning to Pakistan: Decide whether you want to be part of geography or history

Army Chief Upendra Dwivedi issued a stern warning to Pakistan regarding its support for cross-border terrorism, stating Islamabad must choose between being part of geography or history. He also lauded India's young generation for their technological prowess and adaptability, highlighting the Army's internship initiative and the critical need for military…

The Times of India

'Did it as a favour to Pakistan': Trump on Iran ceasefire

President Trump stated the US agreed to a ceasefire with Iran as a favor to Pakistan, accepting the truce at Islamabad's request. This comes as Pakistan seeks to mediate the US-Iran crisis, despite reports suggesting it may have provided logistical support to Iran, raising questions about its neutrality.

The Conversation

Baloch insurgency: Suicide bombs and uptick in violence threaten Pakistan, regional security

In the space of 10 days in late April 2026, insurgents in Pakistan purportedly carried out 27 attacks in the country’s southwest province of Balochistan, killing at least 42 military personal. Then, on May 11, authorities announced that a suicide bombing plot on the capital, Islamabad, had been foiled. Authorities…

The Times of India

Oops!... Pakistan did it again: The 'deny, deflect, get caught' pattern repeats

Pakistan's history of 'oops' moments, from allegedly harboring Iranian aircraft to denying terrorist camps, has eroded its credibility on the global stage. Decades of strategic ambiguity and carefully calibrated deniability have created a trust deficit, making its diplomatic assurances met with skepticism and every crisis a potential international embarrassment.

The Economic Times

Payback for help during India-Pakistan war? Iran's jets at Nur Khan airbase trigger memories of 1971

Pakistan confirmed Iranian military aircraft landed during the US-Iran conflict, sparking questions about its neutrality as a mediator. While denying military contingency use, Islamabad stated aircraft arrived during a ceasefire for diplomatic support. This has revived historical comparisons and intensified US scrutiny over Pakistan's mediation role, leading to calls for…

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