Iran said on Friday that no final decision has been made on a proposed peace agreement with the United States, despite President Donald Trump’s claim that a deal to end the ongoing conflict could be signed within days. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said Washington and Tehran had made significant progress and […]
Middle East conflict
Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz shipping after renewed clashes with US
Iran has announced the closure of all shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz following fresh US military strikes and escalating confrontations between Iranian and American forces in the region. According to Iran’s Joint Military Command, any vessel attempting to pass through the strategic waterway would be considered a target. The warning applies to both […]
Iran escalates warning amid US tensions
Iran has warned regional countries against allowing the United States or Israel to use their territory for operations against Tehran. The warning comes amid escalating military tensions and recent cross-border strikes. The statement signals rising regional risk and affects neighbouring Gulf states and broader Middle East security. Iran’s Foreign Ministry issued the warning on social […]
Pakistan urges restraint as US-Iran tensions escalate
Pakistan has called on all parties involved in the escalating US-Iran conflict to exercise restraint and “give peace a little more chance,” as fresh rounds of hostilities threaten to further destabilise the Middle East. Speaking at a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) session on Tuesday, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said […]
IRGC says it targeted US Fifth Fleet after strikes
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Wednesday that it launched drone attacks targeting the US Fifth Fleet in Bahrain in response to American military strikes on locations in southern Iran, marking a further escalation in tensions between the two countries. Read More: Iran US tensions rise after Gulf attacks In a statement carried by […]
Iran and Israel temporary halt strikes amid ceasefire efforts
Iran and Israel have announced a temporary halt to direct military strikes against each other following diplomatic efforts led by US President Donald Trump, raising hopes for a reduction in tensions after months of conflict. Read More: Israel-Iran strikes intensify as peace efforts face setback The latest exchange marked one of the most serious confrontations between the two […]
Israel accused of thousands of ceasefire violations in Lebanon
Israel’s military operations in southern Lebanon intensified on Monday, with air strikes killing at least 12 people, including a woman and a child, according to Lebanese authorities. The attacks came as Lebanon’s defence minister stated that Israel has carried out nearly 3,500 strikes since a US-brokered ceasefire came into effect on April 17. Read More: […]
Iran says it has not abandoned war or talks
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Monday that Tehran remains committed to both national defence and diplomatic engagement. His remarks came amid rising tensions with Israel following recent military exchanges. The statement signals Iran’s intention to maintain negotiations while remaining prepared for further confrontation. In a message posted on X, Pezeshkian said Iran’s foremost priority […]
Trump urges Iran to return to negotiating table after missile escalation
US President Donald Trump has urged Iran to return to the negotiating table and agree to a deal following renewed missile exchanges between Iran and Israel, according to media reports. Speaking after Iran launched missiles in response to Israeli strikes, Trump said Tehran should stop further escalation and focus on diplomacy. He stated that Iran […]
Israel and Iran exchange military strikes despite Trump ceasefire push
Israel and Iran exchanged fresh military strikes on Monday, further straining an already fragile ceasefire and raising concerns that the wider Middle East conflict could intensify despite diplomatic efforts led by the United States. Read More: Israel launches strikes in Iran after missile attack The escalation came hours after US President Donald Trump urged restraint and called on […]