US eyes Iranian assets for Gulf allies' reconstruction The US government has directed a team to assess costs for damages already inflicted on Gulf allies by Iran, a source says. AAP · Jun 6
Pak Interior Minister to undertake third visit to Tehran in weeks amid US-Iran tensions Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is heading to Tehran. This marks his third visit to push for peace between the US and Iran. Tensions have been high in West Asia. Pakistan is leading diplomatic efforts to bring the two nations to the negotiating table. Discussions have been ongoing to maintain… The Economic Times · Jun 6
US strikes Iranian sites after Iran launches drones, in latest Gulf flare-up U.S. forces struck Iranian coastal radar sites after shooting down four Iranian drones targeting maritime traffic near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated by attacking U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, leading to condemnations and further complicating indirect negotiations for a ceasefire. The Economic Times · Jun 6
Rubio urges more support from NATO allies to help end Iran war US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged more support for US efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, relaying Trump's "disappointment" at NATO allies and European partners for failing to step up their efforts to end the Iran war. Rubio made the comments ahead of the arrival of Pakistan’s army… France 24 · May 22
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. Bangkok Post · May 22
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir leaves for Tehran amidst efforts to end US-Iran war His second visit to Tehran in little more than a month comes after progress was reported in talks held by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who has been in Iran since Wednesday, with top Iranian leadership, including twice with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, according to sources. The Economic Times · May 22
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 has been actively mediating. Iran's Foreign Minister stated Washington sent messages indicating willingness to continue negotiations. Iran's… The Economic Times · May 16
PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi invited for ICC board meeting, IPL final in Ahmedabad Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also the interior minister, has received an invitation to attend the upcoming International Cricket Council (ICC) Board meeting and the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final, both scheduled to take place in Ahmedabad later this month, Geo TV reported. The Economic Times · May 16
The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran's foreign minister The White House says President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to take part in a new round of talks with Iran The Independent UK · Apr 25
The Latest: Israel and Lebanon to meet in Washington while Iran-US talks are in limbo Israel and Lebanon are meeting in Washington Thursday in the hope of extending a fragile 10-day ceasefire that began last week The Independent UK · Apr 23
Wisden editor slams ‘Orwellian’ cricket authorities for being beholden to India’s ruling party Lawrence Booth says ‘cricket has become an important piece on BJP’s geopolitical chessboard’ The Independent UK · Apr 14
PSL 2026 Faces Uncertainty Amid Security Threats from TTP Faction The upcoming edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is under a cloud of uncertainty following a warning from a senior commander of the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) faction Jamaat-ul-Ahrar. The group has urged overseas cricket boards not to send players to Pakistan for the 2026 season, citing security concerns. Whats Hot · Mar 23
Pakistan bombs Kabul after intensifying border clashes with Afghanistan Escalation of violence between the volatile neighbours makes a Qatar-mediated ceasefire appear increasingly shaky The Guardian - AU · Feb 27
Inside Story: How ICC and PCB Resolved Tensions to Save India vs Pakistan T20 Clash The ten-day-long impasse between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the International Cricket Council (ICC) over the India vs Pakistan Group A fixture in the Men's T20 World Cup 2026 came to an end earlier this week. The Government of Pakistan reversed its earlier stance, allowing Salman Ali Agha and… Whats Hot · Feb 12
The Independent UK · Feb 9 Pakistan says Afghanistan has created conditions ‘similar to or worse than’ pre-9/11 attacks Pakistan’s president warns that the Taliban's government in Afghanistan has created conditions “similar to or worse than” those before the 9/11 attacks in 2001
The Independent UK · Feb 8 Pakistan arrests alleged mastermind behind deadly suicide bombing at Shiite mosque Pakistani security forces raid multiple locations and arrest four suspects
The Independent UK · Feb 6 Inside the geopolitical drama threatening to overshadow T20 Cricket World Cup Boycotts, security fears and power struggles collide as cricket’s most profitable event begins in South Asia this month. Namita Singh reports from Delhi
The Guardian - UK · Feb 2 Pakistan boycott shows growing divide between cricket’s commercial needs and political reality Latest row to hit the T20 World Cup raises difficult questions for the sport’s governing body, with a lucrative TV deal to protect amid the toxic politics
The Independent UK · Feb 2 Pakistan head to T20 World Cup amid sanctions threat after India match boycott call Pakistan’s cricket team are heading for the World Cup after confirming they will boycott their group match against India
The Independent UK · Feb 1 Pakistan says cricket team will boycott T20 World Cup match against India Pakistan’s cricket team will be allowed to take part in the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup but must boycott its group game against India, the Pakistan government says
The Guardian - UK · Feb 1 Pakistan targets Balochistan separatists after ‘unprecedented’ assaults Officials say calm restored to province day after dozens killed in suicide and gun attacks in at least 10 cities
The Independent UK · Jan 26 Pakistan set to make late call on T20 World Cup participation after Bangladesh boycott Bangladesh have boycotted the tournament amid security concerns and been replaced by Scotland
The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2025 Pakistan says it has arrests 4 militants over involvement in suicide bombing at Islamabad court Pakistan's government says it has arrested four militants over their alleged involvement in a deadly suicide bombing outside a district court in the capital
Euronews · Nov 13, 2025 Afghan nationals carried out two suicide attacks in Pakistan, interior minister says Tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan have spiked recently after Kabul accused Islamabad of launching drone strikes on 9 October that killed several people.
The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2025 Sri Lanka to continue cricket tour of Pakistan despite players raising security concerns Sri Lanka Cricket has directed its national team to continue its white-ball tour to Pakistan despite several players wanting to return home because of safety concerns