Russia targets Kyiv and Ukrainian ports in military strikes
Russian forces hit key targets in Kyiv and Odesa as tensions escalate between Moscow and Kyiv.
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Pakistan urges US and Iran to end violence, resume talks
Pakistan’s Foreign Office calls for an end to hostilities between the United States and Iran, urging them to resume technical-level talks.
US Approves $1.96 Billion in Weapons Sale to Saudi Arabia
The US State Department has approved a nearly $2 billion weapons sale to Saudi Arabia, aimed at bolstering air defences amid heightened…
Nickel prices rise due to Hormuz Strait concerns
Concerns over disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz led to a 2% increase in nickel prices, with fears of sulphur supply shortages…
Oil prices fall as traders assess US strikes on Iran
Brent and WTI crude futures decline amid fears of supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz following renewed hostilities between Iran and…
Wildfire smoke from Canada chokes Toronto, New York
Toronto's air quality ranked worst globally due to Canadian wildfires. Smoke spread into northeastern US, prompting health warnings and reduced outdoor act
Oil prices surge as US strikes on Iran heighten Middle East tensions
Brent crude futures climb to one-month highs amid fears of wider conflict in the Middle East following US attacks on Iranian military…
US strikes target Iranian ports and nuclear plant amid ongoing conflict
US Central Command reports firing missiles into an oil tanker’s smokestack in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran confirms attacks on Bushehr…
JAAC Defers Long March for Week After Back-Channel Talks
The Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) has postponed its long march to Muzaffarabad by one week after successful back-channel negotiations.
Samsung, SK hynix to Establish Gwangju Memory Hub
Samsung Electronics and SK hynix aim to establish a US$532.4 billion semiconductor cluster in Gwangju with an ambitious four-year timeline.
NYT Files Motion to Quash Subpoenas Over Air Force One Reporting
The New York Times has filed a motion to quash Justice Department subpoenas over reporting on security concerns with Qatari-gifted Air Force…
Oil prices rise slightly amid US-Iran tensions
Brent futures settled at $84.95 a barrel, up 0.26 percent, as US attacks on Iranian military installations and supply concerns stabilized oil…
US House rejects bid to cut Israel aid despite strong Democratic opposition
The House defeated a $3.3 billion aid amendment for Israel, with over 100 Democrats voting against it amid accusations of genocide in…
Ukraine’s Defence Minister Resigns as Part of Cabinet Changes
Mykhailo Fedorov steps down as part of Ukraine’s cabinet changes under President Zelensky.
US aircraft disables Iranian-bound oil tanker during blockade
A US military aircraft fired on an oil tanker trying to break Iran’s ports blockade, marking the first such incident since the…
Ukraine’s Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov Ousted After Six Months
President Zelenskyy has ousted Ukraine's defence minister after six months, despite international support for his work.
Shipping firms avoid US-guided Hormuz route due to Iranian attacks
Companies steer clear of US-military guided transit amid Iranian attacks in Strait of Hormuz.
Lebanon and Israel Agree on Pilot Zones in Southern Lebanon
Lebanon and Israel complete negotiations in Rome, agreeing on pilot zones under a US-mediated framework deal.
New ‘Call of Duty’ Feature Revealed
'Modern Warfare 4' to feature 'Kill Block' mode with dynamic battlegrounds, launching October 23.
FCC rules against SC, IHC decisions on Margalla Hills restaurant demolitions
The Federal Constitutional Court has ruled that earlier Supreme Court and Islamabad High Court decisions to close restaurants in Margalla Hills were…