A new UNICEF warning on children in Middle East war has revealed the devastating toll the ongoing conflict is taking on young lives across the region. According to the United Nations children’s agency, more than 1,100 children have been killed or injured since the escalation began in late February. The UNICEF warning on children in Middle East war came after weeks of violence that started with the first US and Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28. The agency said the growing conflict has created a serious humanitarian crisis, leaving thousands of families and children caught in the middle. Data…
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Pakistan IMF Economic Talks 2026 moved forward this week as officials from Islamabad and the International Monetary Fund held detailed discussions on the next review of the country’s financial programme. Both sides reported meaningful progress, but they have not reached a staff-level agreement yet. The Pakistan IMF Economic Talks 2026 focused on the third review of the country’s Extended Fund Facility. Officials also examined broader economic challenges that could affect Pakistan in the coming months. The IMF said discussions will continue in the coming days as both sides work to finalize the review process. IMF mission chief Iva Petrova said…
Attacks on oil tankers in Gulf waters intensified on Wednesday after explosive-laden boats believed to be linked to Iran struck two fuel tankers near Iraqi waters. The explosions set both vessels on fire and left at least one crew member dead, according to port officials and maritime security companies. The latest attacks on oil tankers in Gulf waters signal a dangerous escalation in the ongoing confrontation between Iran and US-Israeli forces. Since the conflict began, at least 16 ships have been hit in different incidents across the region. The vessels targeted during the late-night assault were the Marshall Islands-flagged Safesea…
The United States has intensified its military actions in the Gulf after US strikes Iranian mine-laying boats near the Strait of Hormuz. American military officials said the operation targeted vessels believed to be involved in placing mines in the strategic waterway. According to the US Central Command, forces struck Iranian mine-laying boats and destroyed 16 vessels operating near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. Earlier, President Donald Trump said the US had already destroyed 10 inactive mine-laying vessels in the same area. The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most important oil routes. Nearly one-fifth of global oil…
The federal government has introduced Pakistan government offices new working days, bringing a major change to the routine of public sector institutions. Under the new arrangement, government offices will now operate only from Monday to Thursday. A notification issued by the Cabinet Division confirmed the decision and said the policy takes effect immediately. With Pakistan government offices new working days, all federal offices will remain closed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The move forms part of a broader effort to reduce government spending. Officials say the change aims to support the austerity measures recently announced by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.…
Iran has launched the 37th wave of strikes on Israel, signaling a sharp escalation in the ongoing conflict that has already shaken the region for nearly two weeks. Iranian officials say the latest attacks come in response to recent strikes on residential areas that Tehran claims have killed more than 1,300 civilians and damaged thousands of civilian locations. A spokesperson for Iran’s armed forces said the country remains committed to strong retaliatory action. According to officials, the 37th wave of strikes on Israel involved the advanced Khorramshahr-4 hypersonic missile, also known as the Kheibar missile. Iranian sources claim the missile…
A significant step toward easing regional tensions has emerged as back-channel diplomacy between Pakistan and Afghanistan gets underway. A three-member delegation from Islamabad arrived in Kabul to open informal talks aimed at reducing the growing strains between the two neighboring countries. Sources say this back-channel diplomacy between Pakistan and Afghanistan will focus on critical issues such as border disputes, security concerns, and trade barriers. By starting informal discussions, the delegation hopes to pave the way for broader and more formal peace negotiations in the future. Diplomatic insiders also revealed that the United States has advised Pakistan against escalating tensions. According…
Pakistan has warned the international community about TTP safe havens in Afghanistan, saying the presence of terrorist groups on Afghan soil poses a serious threat to the region and beyond. The concern was raised by Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, during a UN Security Council meeting on Afghanistan. Speaking at the session, the ambassador said several militant organisations continue to operate from Afghan territory. According to him, TTP safe havens in Afghanistan allow groups such as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, the Balochistan Liberation Army, Majeed Brigade, Daesh Khorasan, Al-Qaeda, and the East Turkestan Islamic Movement to…
Oil prices fall in global markets after US President Donald Trump suggested that the war in the Middle East may end sooner than expected. His remarks helped calm fears about long-term disruption to global oil supplies. Brent crude dropped by more than four percent on Tuesday to around $94.79 per barrel. US West Texas Intermediate crude also declined about four percent, trading near $90.96 per barrel. Both benchmarks had earlier slipped as much as eleven percent before recovering slightly. The sharp movement came just a day after oil prices crossed $100 per barrel for the first time in more than…
US President Donald Trump said the Trump Iran military operation may end soon, offering some relief to global markets that have been shaken by the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Speaking at a press conference in Florida, Trump told reporters the campaign in Iran would likely remain short. He said the United States would respond strongly if the conflict restarted. His remarks helped calm investors after days of sharp market swings. The Trump Iran military operation had already triggered serious concerns in global financial markets. On Monday, stock markets dropped while oil prices surged after Iran launched a fresh…
