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Why Trump's Abraham Accords push may be doomed to fail - explained

US President Donald Trump is pushing several Muslim nations, including Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, to join the Abraham Accords and recognize Israel as part of a potential Iran deal. Experts, however, deem the plan unrealistic, citing the Gaza war's impact on Arab public opinion and the persistent demand for Palestinian…

The Times of India

Mojtaba Khamenei sidelined, IRGC in command - Is Iran going the Pakistan way or will it be something worse?

Iran may be edging toward Pakistan's model of power concentration: A system where elected leaders remain in office, but the military-security establishment holds the real levers of authority.

The Times of India

Why Trump's Abraham Accords push is a non-starter

Former US President Donald Trump has urged several Muslim nations to join the Abraham Accords, recognizing Israel. This move is linked to ongoing negotiations with Iran. Experts believe this plan faces significant hurdles. The Abraham Accords, brokered during Trump's presidency, established ties between Israel and some Arab nations. However, current…

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Pakistan plans oil reserves, storage push as Hormuz constraints expose vulnerabilities

Pakistan is proposing a bonded storage plan to boost its energy security by allowing international suppliers to hold petroleum stocks. The government aims to build strategic reserves, funded by a levy on fuel, and increase local supply capacity. This initiative comes as Pakistan lacks strategic petroleum reserves despite heavy reliance…

The Economic Times

China-Pakistan agree to 'unswervingly safeguard' bilateral ties

Pakistan and China have pledged to strengthen their relationship and build a shared future. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's visit to China resulted in new cooperation agreements. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership. They will advance the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and enhance security cooperation.

The Economic Times

'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

Trump demands more countries sign Abraham Accords as part of Iran deal

US President Donald Trump said Monday it should be "mandatory" for countries including Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt and Jordan to join the Abraham Accords normalising ties with Israel as part of any agreement to end the war with Iran, in a move that could further complicate negotiations with Tehran.

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Khamenei raises stakes in Iran's war vs US; says America 'no longer' has safe haven in Mideast

Iran's Supreme Leader warned regional powers would no longer shield US bases, stating America would lose safe havens in the Middle East. This comes as the US military conducted "self-defense" strikes in southern Iran, despite ongoing negotiations. President Trump, meanwhile, suggested expanding the Abraham Accords to include several regional nations.

The Economic Times

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

CGTN: China and Pakistan reaffirm ties, vow to advance multipolar world

BEIJING, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CGTN published an article during Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's official visit to China, highlighting how China and Pakistan are working together to bring tangible benefits to both peoples and uphold regional peace and stability amid a turbulent global landscape. In a recent letter…

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Abraham Accords explained: What it means and why Pakistan is rattled by Trump’s push

Abraham accords means: The Abraham Accords, a 2020 normalization agreement between Israel and several Arab nations, are being revived by Donald Trump, who is pushing for broader regional integration linked to Iran. While Pakistan rejected the proposal, Saudi Arabia's potential involvement remains a key focus, complicated by the ongoing Gaza…

The Economic Times

Gulf braces for Iran's response as US strikes shake peace talks

Tehran has vowed a "far more severe" response beyond the region after overnight US strikes on missile sites and boats planting mines in southern Iran, even as both sides say negotiations toward a Hormuz deal are still on.

Euronews

'Not acceptable to us': Pakistan rejects signing Abraham Accords after Trump's directive

Pakistan has rejected joining the Abraham Accords. Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif stated the nation's fundamental ideologies conflict with such agreements. He questioned the trustworthiness of engagement with Israel. Pakistan maintains a clear stance against normalization. The country's passports do not even list Israel's name. This comes as former US…

The Economic Times

US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes on Iran, including on missile launch sites

US forces launched strikes in southern Iran targeting missile sites and boats. This action was taken in self-defense to protect troops. Meanwhile, President Trump is pushing for more nations, including Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, to join the Abraham Accords. These agreements aim to normalize relations with Israel. The proposal adds…

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US military says it carried out 'self-defense' strikes in Iran, including missile launch sites

The U.S. military said Monday that it carried out “self-defense” strikes in southern Iran, including on missile launch sites and boats placing mines

The Economic Times

The Abraham Accords: The boldest Middle East gamble in decades, did it actually work? Here's all about it

Abraham Accords: Trump just called six Muslim nations to sign the Abraham Accords — live, out loud, tied to an Iran nuclear deal. Pakistan said no. The rest went silent. This is the biggest Middle East normalization push since 2020. And the world is watching to see if it cracks…

The Times of India

The Abraham Accord plus: Trump aims for grand bargain tying Islamic world, including Iran, with Israel

TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump on Monday dramatically raised the stakes in already delicate peace efforts in the middle east by demanding that key Muslim allies – including Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, and Qatar – sign onto the Abraham Accords as a condition for participating in what…

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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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Armenia turns to India for weapons to counter Azerbaijan, Pakistan and Türkiye defence nexus, orders $2 billion systems

Armenia is bolstering its defence ties with India, seeking robust security against Azerbaijan's growing threats, bolstered by Pakistan and Türkiye. This strategic shift involves significant Indian defence procurements, including advanced missile systems and radars, alongside expanded joint training initiatives. New Delhi is emerging as a crucial defence partner for Yerevan,…

The Times of India

Who really runs Pakistan? Trump names Asim Munir, skips Shehbaz Sharif in post on Abraham Accords

US President Donald Trump on Monday called on several Muslim-majority nations to sign onto the Abraham Accords as part of efforts to secure a broader peace deal involving Iran. But while listing the leaders he had spoken to, Trump’s post mentioned Pakistan's Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir instead of Prime…

The Economic Times

Trump’s trap: The price Asim Munir must pay for American flattery

Trump’s push to expand the Abraham Accords has placed Pakistan in a sharp diplomatic bind, according to the report. After recent US engagement that elevated Islamabad’s profile and strengthened ties with its military leadership, Washington is now urging Pakistan and other Muslim-majority countries to normalise relations with Israel.

The Times of India

17 killed as speeding minibus crashes into parked bus in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

A tragic road accident in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province claimed at least 17 lives and injured five others. A speeding minibus collided with a stationary bus on the Swat Expressway near Mardan. Preliminary reports suggest driver negligence as the cause. Rescue teams responded swiftly, transporting the injured and deceased to…

The Economic Times

Trump’s Abraham Accords push puts Pakistan in a geopolitical dilemma

US President Donald Trump is pushing for more nations to join the Abraham Accords. This initiative aims to normalize relations between Israel and Arab countries. Pakistan faces a dilemma, balancing its ties with Gulf nations and its long-standing stance on the Palestinian issue. The accords offer economic and social benefits,…

The Times of India

'Should be mandatory': Trump wants Muslim nations to join Abraham Accords — what it means and why Pakistan is in a bind

US President Donald Trump called on several Muslim-majority countries including Pakistan to sign the Abraham Accords as part of what he described as a historic reshaping of the Middle East.

The Guardian - UK

Shock of Iran war unites Middle East rivals in pushing Trump towards peace

Region is adapting to diminished US power after Washington fails to land knockout blow on Tehran

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