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Iran has publicly raised questions over Pakistan’s role in the ongoing US-Iran diplomatic process, fuelling a fresh row over whether Islamabad is acting as a neutral mediator or playing both sides in a high-stakes regional crisis. The controversy centres on Pakistan Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir and Islamabad’s growing role in backchannel efforts linked […]
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Iran has seized two commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, including one that was headed for Gujarat’s Mundra port, raising fresh concern over maritime security and India-linked shipping in the Gulf. The incident adds another layer of tension to an already volatile regional situation, with commercial movement through Hormuz facing growing risk. Gujarat-Bound Ship
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UK inflation rose to 3.3% in March, up from 3.0% in February, as higher fuel prices pushed up the cost of living. The increase was sharper than many expected and marked a fresh inflation setback, with transport costs playing a major role in the latest rise. UK Inflation Rises To 3.3% In March Official data […]
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Iran has rejected President Donald Trump’s extension of the ceasefire, with a senior adviser to Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf saying the “losing side cannot dictate terms” and warning that continued pressure would not be accepted. The sharp response has deepened uncertainty around the fragile truce and signalled that Tehran is not willing to treat […]
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Iran has reportedly signalled readiness for a fresh round of talks with the United States in Islamabad, with reports saying Vice President JD Vance may travel to Pakistan by Tuesday if the diplomatic window holds. The development comes as uncertainty continues over whether both sides will actually sit across the table before the ceasefire pressure […]
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Japan has announced its biggest defence export policy shift in decades, opening the door for overseas sales of warships, missiles and other military equipment. The move marks a major change in Tokyo’s long-standing restrictions on arms exports and signals a broader transformation in Japan’s post-war security posture. Japan Defence Export Rules See Major Overhaul The […]