Says military and political leadership in constant contact with Iran and Gulf countries to de-escalate situation Rana Sanaullah. PHOTO: FILE Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah said on Wednesday that Pakistan was acting as a mediator between Saudi Arabia and Iran to defuse tensions, as Tehran targeted US bases in the Gulf region … Read more

Legal experts ⁠say many countries will consider the attacks unjustified under United Nations Charter The ​United States military ​has joined Israel and attacked more than 1,000 targets in Iran and killed many of its top officials, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Below is a look at the legality of the US attacks, which critics … Read more

The United States military ‌said on Wednesday that it killed an Iranian official who headed ‌a unit behind an alleged ⁠assassination ​plot against President Donald ​Trump but ‌that the target was not ​the initial focus of the war. “The leader of the unit who attempted ⁠to assassinate President Trump has been hunted down and ‌killed. … Read more

Debris lies on a street in the aftermath of an Israeli and US strike on a police station, amid the US-Israel attack on Iran, in Tehran on March 2, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS Operatives ​from Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence signalled openness to the United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) ‌to talks on ending the war, the … Read more

SYDNEY: Bayern Munich midfielder Momoko Tanikawa finally cracked a dogged Taiwan on Wednesday as powerhouse Japan kicked off their Women’s Asian Cup with a 2-0 victory in Perth. Brimming with a talented squad featuring 16 England-based players, Japan dominated a one-sided match played in fierce heat. But they were left frustrated by an inability to … Read more

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez warns attack on Iran risks triggering major global disaster A TV screen shows live broadcast of Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, as he delivers a statement to address the latest international developments, after US President Donald Trump said that the US would cut off all trade with Spain. PHOTO: REUTERS … Read more

Aramco’s key crude export terminal hit for second time in two days as Strait of Hormuz remains blocked This handout satellite image courtesy of Vantor taken and released on March 2, 2026, shows damage at the Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura refinery. Photo: AFP Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura, which houses its largest domestic refinery and a … Read more

A stock broker reacts while monitoring the market on the electronic board displaying share prices during trading session at the Pakistan Stock Exchange, in Karachi on July 3, 2023. Photo: Reuters/ File KARACHI: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) endured a directionless and highly volatile session on Wednesday, as the benchmark KSE-100 Index closed at 155,777, … Read more

High-level meeting reviews Afghanistan border clashes and escalating Middle East conflict amid security concerns A high-level meeting of parliamentary leaders and representatives, chaired by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, commenced in Islamabad PHOTO: PMO A high-level meeting of parliamentary leaders and representatives, chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, was held in Islamabad on Wednesday to … Read more

A mother paints the face of her son as they celebrate HolI in Mithi, Tharparkar district of Sindh on March 13, 2025. PHOTO: AFP Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday greeted the Hindu community celebrating Holi and called for stronger national efforts to promote interfaith dialogue, protect places of worship, and foster mutual respect. “Let … Read more