Israel a ‘curse for humanity,’ says Pakistan Defense Minister
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif's comments came as Islamabad positions itself as a major player in ceasefire talks between the US, Israel, and Iran.
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Iranian media releases 10-point ceasefire agreement outline
The terms of the Iranian-released plan, according to a New York Times report citing a US official, do not match those seen by the president.
Iran-backed Iraqi militias launch drone attacks near diplomatic facility, Baghdad Airport
The embassy urged US citizens in Iraq to leave as soon as possible, noting that future attacks from Iran-backed Iraqi militias are possible.
Iran's shattered economy means any success in war may be fleeting
Even as Iran appears emboldened on the regional stage after exerting its control over crucial energy supplies, it faces mounting internal problems.
Iran's IRGC navy issues map to guide ships around Hormuz mines, Iranian media say
The status of the Strait of Hormuz is unclear after Iranian media outlets released conflicting reports regarding whether or not oil tankers were being allowed to transit the waterway on Wednesday.
A pause, not an end: What the two-week ceasefire with Iran really means - opinion
From Washington’s perspective, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz constitutes a major strategic achievement. For Iran, the ceasefire offers temporary breathing room.
Kurdistan Region of Iraq hopes ceasefire brings end to drone, missile attacks
Since the war with Iran began, Tehran told its militias in Iraq to target the Kurdistan Region, including targeting US forces and facilities in the region.
Pakistan takes on role of peacemaker, but it comes with risks - analysis
As Pakistan steps forward as a peacemaker, it is joined by Turkey, Qatar, China, and other countries. It remains to be seen if Pakistan can build the trust needed for peace.
Five things to watch amid the ceasefire with Iran
The upcoming issues include Lebanon, Iraq, JD Vance, domestic political fallout, and the details of Iran's 10-point plan.
Trump says he will work with Iran for 'very productive regime change, there will be no enrichment'
Trump emphasized that the "United States will, working with Iran, dig up and remove all of the deeply buried (B-2 Bombers) Nuclear 'Dust.'"
Iran celebrates ceasefire amid critical war losses, says it 'forced America to accept its demands'
"Although we are in the most difficult circumstances of calamity and loss, it is surprising that we are at the peak of honor and greatness for the Islamic Revolution," said one Iranian official.
