Trump credits Pakistan, Gulf states in diplomacy that halted planned Iran attacks

  • Trump says planned strikes canceled after talks with Tehran reach highest level of leadership
  • Saudi Arabia backs Pakistan-sponsored negotiations as Islamabad urges restraint and dialogue
By Waseem Abbasi ·

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Pakistan welcomes first Hangor-class submarine built under China defense partnership

  • PNS/M Hangor equipped with air-independent propulsion technology and enhanced stealth features
  • PM Sharif says submarine project reflects strong strategic cooperation between Pakistan and China
By NAIMAT KHAN ·

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Pakistan economy grew 3.7 percent, reached record $452 billion in FY2025-26 — economic survey

  • Manufacturing posts strongest growth in four years as inflation eases sharply
  • Foreign reserves, remittances rise while fiscal deficit narrows to 0.7 percent of GDP
By Ismail Dilawar ·

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Pakistan farmers seek budget relief as Iran conflict drives up fertilizer, fuel costs

  • Farmers say rising input costs and lower wheat prices are making cultivation increasingly unprofitable
  • Analysts expect budget measures including fertilizer subsidies and expanded access to farm financing
By Ismail Dilawar ·

Local cafes host FIFA World Cup match screenings

  • Despite the 7.5 hour time difference between Kingdom and host nations, cafe owners are optimistic about attracting football enthusiasts
By SALEH FAREED ·

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Iran says no final decision made on deal that Trump hopes could be signed soon

  • US president claims agreement would reopen shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz
  • Text under negotiation finalized but Iran would not compromise on its red lines, says Foreign Ministry spokesman
By Reuters ·

Slovenia lifts entry ban on Israeli PM, arms embargo

  • “This will restore the conditions for a normal political dialogue with Israel,” it said in a statement
By AFP ·

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Iran war poses Middle East’s biggest economic shock in five decades

  • Conflict has disrupted energy exports, trade routes and investment across economies worth almost $4 trillion, Asharq Business with Bloomberg analysis shows
  • Report suggests that recovery hinges on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and preventing a return to regional conflict
By ALAA SHAHINE SALHA ·

Mexico beat South Africa to kick off World Cup

  • Julian Quinones scored the opening goal of the tournament and veteran striker Raul Jimenez added a second
By AFP ·

Shakira and Burna Boy warm up spectators in World Cup opening ceremony

  • Dancers twirled around a giant model of the World Cup trophy while fireworks went off
  • In the highlight of the ceremony, Colombian star Shakira and Burna Boy performed “Dai Dai“
By AFP ·