ISLAMABAD: High-level delegations from the United States (US) and Iranian are expected to arrive in Pakistan as part of ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at easing regional tensions. Read More: US, Iran confirm Islamabad talks; PM hails ‘shining moment’ According to sources, US Vice President JD Vance will reach Islamabad later tonight, accompanied by senior officials including Steve […]
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Shipping activity resume transit through Hormuz after ceasefire
Shipping activity has resume in the Strait of Hormuz following a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, signalling an easing of tensions in a key global energy corridor. Read More: Ceasefire agreement: Iran, Oman to impose tax on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, says US media According to maritime tracking data, at […]
Vance visits Hungary ahead of key election amid Iran conflict
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Budapest on Tuesday for a two-day visit aimed at supporting Hungary Prime Minister Viktor Orban ahead of the country’s April 12 parliamentary elections, as tensions continue to rise in the ongoing US-Israeli war against Iran. Read More: Massive reshuffle in Foreign Office in the offing Vance, accompanied by […]
Iran fires missile at Israel amid US Iran diplomatic uncertainty
WASHINGTON/TEL AVIV/ISLAMABAD — Iran launched multiple missile attacks on Israel on Tuesday, triggering air raid sirens in several areas, including Tel Aviv, following a temporary US pause on threats to strike Iran power plants, the Israeli military said. Homes in northern Israel were damaged by falling debris from interceptions, but no casualties were reported. Read […]
Iran, US agree on principles but gaps remain in nuclear talks
Iran and the United States (US) have reportedly reached broad agreement on “guiding principles” in Geneva talks aimed at averting conflict over Tehran’s nuclear programme, though key gaps remain, officials said Tuesday. Read More: US and Iran begin tense nuclear talks in Geneva Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s foreign minister, described the discussions as “more constructive” than the previous round, noting that […]
Israel’s Olympic team faces boos as US VP JD Vance also receives chilly reception at Milano Cortina 2026
MILANO/CORTINA D’AMPEZZO: Israel’s Olympic delegation received a smattering of boos during the opening ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics on Friday, while US Vice President JD Vance faced a similar chilly reception amid otherwise festive celebrations. Read More: Dolgopyat wins Israel’s first Olympics gymnastics gold The four-person Israeli team, waving their national flag, entered San Siro stadium […]
Trump avoids backing a 2028 Republican successor
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump on Wednesday declined to take sides in growing speculation over who could emerge as his successor in the 2028 Republican presidential race, saying it was too early to choose between Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Speaking in an interview with NBC News, Trump said he would […]
Trump praises Vance and Rubio but avoids picking 2028 successor
President Donald Trump on Wednesday declined to endorse a potential successor for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination, choosing instead to praise both Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for their capabilities. Read More: Vance, Rubio to host Denmark-Greenland talks In an interview with NBC News, Trump said he was “inclined” to endorse a […]
Trump boycotts South Africa G20 over ‘human rights abuses’ claims
WASHINGTON – U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Friday that no American government officials would attend the upcoming Group of 20 (G20) summit in South Africa later this month, citing what he called “human rights abuses” in the country. In a statement on his Truth Social platform, Trump accused South Africa’s government of persecuting white […]
Vance defends remarks about hoping Hindu wife converts to Christianity
WASHINGTON – US Vice President JD Vance has defended his recent comments expressing hope that his wife, Usha, who was raised Hindu, might one day convert to Christianity — saying criticism of his remarks stems from “anti-Christian bigotry.” Speaking at a Turning Point USA event at the University of Mississippi, held in honor of slain […]