WASHINGTON / TEHRAN — The United States Secretary of State has indicated that Washington is expecting a formal response from Tehran today regarding a proposed ceasefire, as diplomatic efforts intensify to de-escalate mounting tensions in the region.According to the US Secretary of State, direct and indirect diplomatic channels between the two countries remain active, and…
ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s Bureau of Statistics has reported a fresh uptick in weekly inflation, with the Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) rising by 0.79 percent during the past week, adding further pressure on the cost of living for ordinary citizens.According to the latest official data:22 essential commodities recorded a price increase14 commodities saw a decrease in…
WASHINGTON / TEHRAN — The United States Navy has attacked an Iranian commercial cargo ship in the strategic waters of the Strait of Hormuz and the Sea of Oman, triggering a massive fire onboard. The incident has left 10 crew members wounded and 5 others missing, as search and rescue operations continue in the area.The…
DHAKA — Bangladesh enjoyed a commanding first day at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, posting 301 for 4 at stumps on Day 1 of the Test match against Pakistan.The hosts batted with great authority as Pakistan’s bowlers struggled to contain the free-flowing Bangladesh batting lineup throughout the day. The pitch offered little assistance to the pacers…
KABUL / ISLAMABAD — Senior ministers of Afghanistan’s interim government have reached out to Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman to offer condolences over the assassination of renowned religious scholar Sheikh Idrees.Among those who expressed grief and condemnation were Afghan Defence Minister Mullah Yaqoob, Interior Minister Mullah Sirajuddin Haqqani, Foreign Minister Mullah Amir Khan…
ABU DHABI — The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defense has announced that its air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed 2 ballistic missiles and 3 drones launched from Iran. Authorities have also confirmed that 3 civilians were wounded in the recent attacks.According to cumulative figures released by the UAE Defense Ministry, the country’s integrated…
ISLAMABAD — The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $1.2 billion loan tranche for Pakistan, in a major boost to the country’s ongoing economic stabilization efforts.According to Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance, the funds will be disbursed under two separate IMF programmes. Pakistan will receive $1 billion under the Extended Fund…
Federico Valverde went to hospital with a head injury after a dressing room row with Real Madrid team-mate Aurelien Tchouameni but denied the pair “came to blows”. The Uruguayan said the injury, which will keep him out of Sunday’s match against Barcelona, was caused when he “accidentally hit a table”. Midfielder Valverde explained he suffered…
