Gulf economies face heavy losses as US-Israel war on Iran disrupts region
The ongoing war involving the United States, Israel and Iran is placing severe economic pressure on Gulf countries, with analysts…
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UN says up to 3.2 million displaced in Iran amid US-Israeli attacks
Up to 3.2 million people have been displaced across Iran since the start of the war launched by the United…
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US B-1B bombers return to UK base as bunker-buster bombs loaded amid Iran war
Three American B-1B Lancer bombers have arrived at RAF Fairford after carrying out what is believed to be the first…
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More than half of people living in GCC countries are foreign workers
Nearly 62 million people live across the six Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and more than half of them are foreign…
Read MoreU.S. military refueling plane goes down in Iraq, rescue efforts underway
An American military aerial refueling aircraft has gone down in Iraq and rescue operations are currently underway, according to the…
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Iran’s president says peace comes only through recognition of rights, reparations and security guarantees
Iran’s president has asserted his country’s commitment to peace in the region in conversations with foreign leaders, including counterparts in…
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Three More Ships Struck in Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions
Three vessels were hit by unidentified projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, maritime security and risk firms reported,…
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Nadra cancels 4.2 million CNICs of deceased to safeguard national database integrity
The National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) has cancelled approximately 4.2 million Computerised National Identity Cards (CNICs) belonging to individuals…
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Iran’s new supreme leader injured but reported “safe and sound,” says president’s son
Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has sustained injuries but is “safe and sound,” according to a statement from…
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Eidul Fitr expected on March 21 as moon sighting chances remain low, says Suparco
The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) has forecast that Eidul Fitr 1447 AH is likely to be…
Read MorePakistan engages banks to safeguard financial stability amid Middle East turmoil
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Pakistan’s government held high-level consultations with the country’s banking sector on Wednesday to…
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Middle East war drives historic fuel surge in Pakistan, forces lifestyle and work changes
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, Pakistanis are adjusting the way they live and work in response to a…
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Schools across Pakistan shift online as oil crisis linked to Middle East war forces closures
Schools in several cities across Pakistan have begun moving classes online after the government ordered temporary closures of educational institutions…
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Pakistan says hundreds of Afghan Taliban fighters killed in ongoing border conflict
The government of Pakistan says its security forces have killed hundreds of fighters linked to the Afghan Taliban and injured…
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Pakistan reviews austerity plan as Middle East conflict drives energy concerns
The government of Pakistan has begun reviewing the implementation of nationwide austerity measures introduced to manage economic pressures arising from…
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Pakistan plans sweeping cyber law as government moves to secure digital future
The government of Pakistan is working on a comprehensive cybersecurity law aimed at protecting the country’s rapidly expanding digital infrastructure,…
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Iran warns no oil will pass through Strait of Hormuz, predicts $200 per barrel price
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned that not “a litre of oil” will be allowed to pass through the…
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Qatar warns UN Security Council failure to stop Middle East attacks would send dangerous signal
Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al Thani has warned that the failure of the United Nations Security Council to take decisive…
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Israel says missiles launched from Iran toward its territory as air defences activated
The Israeli military has said it detected missiles launched from Iran toward Israeli territory, triggering air defence systems as tensions…
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Thai Ship Bound for India Hit in Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising West Asia Tensions
A Thai commercial vessel en route to India was struck while sailing through the strategic Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday,…
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