Pakistan trims fuel prices by Rs5 despite continuing Hormuz-linked oil volatility

  • Weekly fuel revision comes after sharp hikes linked to Strait of Hormuz tensions and Iran conflict
  • Brent crude remains above $108 as markets fear renewed disruptions to global energy supplies
By Arab News Pakistan ·

Islamabad secures repatriation of Pakistanis, Iranians from US-seized vessels near Singapore

  • Eleven Pakistanis and 20 Iranians transit through Bangkok, expected to arrive in Islamabad tonight
  • Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar says Pakistani and Iranian seafarers are in good health, high spirits
By NAIMAT KHAN ·

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Pakistan police investigate alleged cocaine queenpin’s network, possible police involvement

  • Karachi police say alleged drug network may extend beyond Pakistan and involve foreign nationals
  • Pinky alias Anmol’s court appearance without handcuffs sparked scrutiny of possible official links
By Kashaf Rehman ·

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Pakistan says inaugural Panda Bond issuance to support inclusive growth, deepen China ties

  • Pakistan has become first South Asian nation to tap China’s onshore bond market, raising $250 million
  • Finance minister expresses hope for long-term partnership with Chinese investors and capital markets
By ISMAIL DILAWAR  ·

Young Saudi scientists win 12 special awards at ISEF 2026

  • 40-strong Saudi delegation competed against more than 1,700 students from 70 countries 
  • Mawhiba highlights Kingdom’s talent-development model at ISEF in Arizona
By Arab News ·

US accuses Iraqi man of helping Iran-backed militia’s plans for attacks in US, Europe​

  • Defendant accused of coordinated attacks for Kata’ib Hezbollah
  • Suspected ‌in plots in Europe and US, targeting Americans and Jews
By Reuters ·

UAE to accelerate oil pipeline project to help bypass Hormuz

  • West-East Pipeline to double oil export ‌capacity via Fujairah
  • New pipeline expected to be operational by 2027
By Reuters ·

Morocco beat France to Ayyoub Bouaddi in major World Cup boost

  • The highly rated Lille midfielder, born in France to ​Moroccan parents, has opted to commit his senior international future to Morocco
  • Bouaddi had represented France at youth level, most recently captaining the under-21 side in a European Championship qualifier 
By Reuters ·

Pain on the menu as Iran war squeezes Dubai’s restaurants

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  • Dubai chefs say war has affected sourcing of ingredients, costs
  • Eateries grapple with ‘disrupted footfall’, demand drop
By Reuters ·