Iran Ready to Pursue Peace if US Builds Trust, Says President Pezeshkian

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Tehran remains committed to pursuing peace under the recently signed memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the United States, provided Washington takes steps to build trust.

Speaking at a press…

US Senate Passes Russia Sanctions Bill, India Could Face Tariffs of Up to 100%

Washington: India could face higher tariffs on its exports to the US after the Senate passed a sweeping Russia sanctions bill that could impose duties of up to 100 per cent on major buyers of Russian energy.

The legislation, passed by…

Explosions Reported Near Strait of Hormuz as Iran Says Forces Engaged 'Hostile Targets'

Tehran: Two explosions were reported on Iran's Qeshm Island in Hormozgan province on Thursday night after Iranian armed forces reportedly confronted what officials described as "hostile enemy targets" near the entrance to the strategically…

US sanctions endanger patient lives in Cuba: Health Minister

Havana:The long-running US trade embargo against Cuba and a recent fuel blockade are causing power outages and shortages that threaten patients' lives, Deputy Health Minister Julio Guerra said. "When the lack of a stable…

Pakistan Faces Criticism Over New Curbs on Foreign Media Amid Press Freedom Concerns

Islamabad: Pakistan has come under fresh criticism after introducing new rules governing foreign media, with the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) warning that the measures further restrict press freedom and tighten government control over…

Trump says Iran to be hit hard if Hormuz Strait not reopened soon

Washington: US President Donald Trump said Tuesday (US local time) that Iran will be "hit very hard" if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened "very soon." In an interview with Fox News, Trump said the United…

Iran, Oman Discuss New Shipping Corridor Through Strait of Hormuz

New York: Iran and Oman are in talks to establish a single two-way shipping route through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a move that could help restore maritime traffic through one of the world's most important energy corridors.

Protests intensify in PoK as demonstrators defy overnight security crackdown

New Delhi: Tensions continued to escalate in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) after protesters reportedly refused to disperse despite an overnight security crackdown, with reports of gunfire in Rawalakot adding to fears of further violence.

According…

India Well-Placed as US–Israel Defence Partnership Shifts Towards Advanced Technology: Report

New Delhi: India is emerging as one of the biggest strategic beneficiaries of the deepening defence technology partnership between the United States and Israel, thanks to its strong defence ties with both countries, according to a report published…

Four Civilians Reportedly Killed in Drone Strike in Pakistan's Balochistan

Quetta: At least four people were killed and another was critically injured after a drone strike allegedly carried out by Pakistani security forces hit a civilian house in the Khuzdar district of Balochistan on Friday, according to the rights group…