Hamas has appointed Khalil al-Hayya as its new overall leader, replacing Yahya Sinwar, who was killed during fighting with Israeli forces in October 2024. The Palestinian group announced the leadership change on Monday, marking a significant development as it continues to face military, political, and diplomatic challenges after nearly two years of conflict in Gaza. […]
Ceasefire Talks
Iran warns against threats amid Doha talks
Iran warned on Wednesday that it would respond immediately and forcefully to any threat against its people or leadership. The statement came as US and Iranian officials held technical talks in Doha. The negotiations are focused on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and securing a lasting ceasefire. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi issued the […]
US considers Iranian assets for Gulf reconstruction funding plan
The United States is reportedly considering using frozen Iranian assets to help fund reconstruction projects in Gulf countries affected by recent attacks. The proposal comes amid ongoing military exchanges in the region and continued but fragile ceasefire discussions between Washington and Tehran. According to officials familiar with the matter, US authorities are reviewing whether Iranian […]
Gaza strike kills seven as ceasefire talks resume
At least seven Palestinians, including two women, were killed and 15 others wounded after an Israeli airstrike hit a tent encampment in central Gaza City on Saturday. Medical officials said several children were among the injured, while emergency teams rushed to assist victims at the site amid continuing violence across the territory. The Israeli military […]
Pakistan boosts diplomacy as Iran US talks gain momentum
Shehbaz Sharif has directed officials to accelerate high-level diplomatic engagement as regional tensions continue to evolve around ongoing Iran–US negotiations. The prime minister emphasised sustained consultations and proactive diplomacy after reports confirmed that an Iranian delegation may arrive in Pakistan for further talks with the United States. Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar briefed the […]
Iran’s Foreign Minister contacts Pakistani leadership over regional tensions
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has held separate telephone conversations with Pakistani political and military leadership to discuss regional developments and ongoing efforts related to a ceasefire, according to Iranian state media. Read More: Araqchi warns envoy, holds US, Israel accountable The Iranian news agency reported that Araghchi spoke individually with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister […]
US, Iran ‘signal they will return to Pakistan today for ceasefire talks’
The US media has claimed that the second round of talks between the United States and Iran is expected to be held in Islamabad today (Wednesday). According to the US-based website Axios, citing three American sources, US Vice President JD Vance is expected to depart for Pakistan today (Tuesday), while the Iranian delegation is also […]
Trump holds Situation room meeting contacts Field Marshal Asim Munir
The United States President Donald Trump chaired a high-level Situation Room meeting at White House reviewing Iran conflict and Middle East tensions amid ceasefire nearing expiry and Strait of Hormuz diplomatic efforts with Iran. US Vice President JD Vance attended alongside senior security officials as discussions covered ongoing negotiations and Pakistan-linked diplomatic contacts with Iranian […]
Sherry Rehman hails Pakistan role in US-Iran peace talks
Sherry Rehman said both United States and Iran have expressed strong confidence in Pakistan by agreeing to hold direct negotiations in Islamabad, marking what she described as a historic diplomatic breakthrough. Speaking to the media, she said the development reflects Pakistan’s growing role in facilitating dialogue between major global powers. She added that the talks […]
Bilawal calls US-Iran talks a breakthrough toward ending war
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has described the ongoing US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad as a major breakthrough in global efforts to end the conflict, stressing that the talks represent a rare and positive diplomatic development. Speaking during an international media interview, he said the very fact that both sides are engaged in dialogue is a significant achievement […]