Trump sends Iran peace plan as Strait of Hormuz reopens to ‘non-hostile’ ships

Despite Trump’s push for diplomacy, The Wall Street Journal reports US plans to deploy 3,000 troops to the Middle East Emergency personnel respond at a site following Iranian missile barrages in Tel Aviv. PHOTO: REUTERS US President Donald Trump sent a peace plan to Iran as he voiced optimism Tuesday at ending nearly a month … Read more

Kim vows ‘irreversible’ nuclear status

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (C) heading towards the venue for a commemorative performance following the conclusion of the First Session of the 15th Supreme People’s Assembly in Pyongyang. Photo: AFP PYONGYANG: North Korea will never give up nuclear weapons, leader Kim Jong Un said, indicating that it will soon designate South Korea the … Read more

Railways earns Rs1 billion in Eid week

[ Fare hikes, holiday rush help bag Rs480m in three days; annual target set at Rs100b LAHORE: Pakistan Railways recorded a historic surge in passenger revenue during the three days of Eid, reflecting both increased travel demand and the impact of recent fare adjustments. Official figures show that the department earned Rs110 million on the … Read more

Australia, EU agree new trade pact

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen shake hands during a press conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, March 24, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS CANBERRA: The European Union and Australia struck a long-awaited free-trade deal on Tuesday, while also agreeing to boost defence cooperation and access to … Read more

PDC burden may disrupt fuel supply

[ A worker fills a car’s tank at a fuel station amid concerns about rising fuel prices linked to the US-Israel conflict with Iran. Photo: Reuters (file) LAHORE: The Oil Marketing Association of Pakistan (OMAP) has warned that the current Price Differential Claims (PDC) mechanism could lead to fuel supply disruptions, calling for immediate policy … Read more