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Afghanistan-Pakistan Pause Fighting For Eid

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to temporarily pause military operations for Eid al-Fitr, offering a brief break in hostilities after one of the deadliest episodes in their recent conflict. The announcement came even as both sides continued to clash over what exactly was targeted in the Kabul bombing that triggered fresh outrage and deepened regional […]

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Iran Launches Revenge Missile Attack On Israel

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Iran launched a fresh missile attack on Israel, describing it as retaliation for the killing of senior Iranian officials in recent Israeli strikes. The latest barrage marked another escalation in the widening war, with Israeli air defences once again coming under pressure as Tehran signalled that targeted assassinations would draw a direct response. Iran Launches […]

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Iran Threatens Gulf Energy Facilities

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Iran has threatened to strike major energy facilities across the Gulf after attacks on infrastructure linked to its South Pars gas field, marking a sharp escalation in the regional conflict and raising new fears over global energy security. The warning comes as oil and gas markets remain on edge over the possibility that the war […]

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Allah Ghazanfar Condemns Kabul Attack

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Afghanistan spinner Allah Ghazanfar has strongly condemned the reported strike on a rehabilitation facility in Kabul, saying the attack has deeply hurt ordinary Afghans and warning that any repeat of past conflict patterns would be damaging for Pakistan. His remarks have drawn attention because they come from one of Afghanistan’s emerging cricket voices at a […]

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Iran Rules Out Immediate Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Iran has ruled out an immediate ceasefire, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi saying Tehran is focused on ending the war across the region rather than accepting a limited pause in fighting. His remarks come as diplomatic efforts continue to search for an off-ramp in the widening conflict, even as Iran signals that any settlement must […]

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Oil Prices Seen Staying Higher For Longer says Standard Chartered

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Oil prices are likely to stay elevated for a longer period as supply losses from the Gulf conflict continue to tighten global markets and limit the chances of a quick correction. The latest assessment reflects growing concern that disruption linked to the Strait of Hormuz is not a short-term shock, but a structural supply problem […]

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PCB Dismisses PSL Overseas Player Fears

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

The Pakistan Cricket Board has dismissed concerns over the participation of overseas players in the Pakistan Super League, saying travel plans remain on track despite security worries triggered by the recent Pakistan airstrike on Afghanistan. The reassurance comes as the league prepares for its 11th season, with a large group of foreign players, including several […]

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US Hits Iran Missile Sites Near Hormuz

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

The United States has struck Iranian missile positions near the Strait of Hormuz with 5,000-pound bunker-buster bombs, expanding its campaign against military assets that Washington says threaten shipping in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. The latest action comes as tensions in the Gulf continue to disrupt maritime traffic, raise oil market concerns […]

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Iran Says Larijani Killing Will Not Destabilise System

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said the killing of senior security official Ali Larijani will not destabilise the country’s political system, insisting that Iran’s institutions are strong enough to withstand the loss of even top-ranking figures. His remarks came after Tehran confirmed Larijani was killed in an Israeli strike, making him one of the […]

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Iranian Projectile Hits Near UAE Air Base

By BPN News Desk March 18, 2026

An Iranian projectile hit near Australia’s Al Minhad Air Base in the United Arab Emirates, but all Australian personnel at the facility are safe, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said. The incident adds to growing concern over the widening reach of the regional conflict, which is now directly affecting military sites and support infrastructure across the […]