Pakistan says Saudi backing, alternative routes helping sustain oil supplies amid Iran conflict

  • Government has raised prices, enforced austerity as global oil surge strains economy
  • Maritime disruption forces shift in import strategy as Hormuz chokepoint comes under strain
By Kashaf Rehman ·

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In Rawalpindi, a Partition-era sweet shop brings Eid crowds back each year

  • Fourth-generation family shop founded by migrant in 1947 prides itself on using traditional sweet recipes
  • Pistachio barfi and ras malai are among top choices of Eid shoppers coming buy sweets for gifting and serving 
By Waseem Abbasi ·

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Male henna artist in Peshawar draws Eid clients, defies gender norms

  • Nineteen-year-old artist runs home studio, takes bookings via Instagram and WhatsApp
  • Charges up to $28 per design and serves up to 30 clients a day in run up to Eid
By WASIM SAJJAD ·

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Viral ‘Kashmiri choorian’ bangles dominate Eid fashion trends in Pakistan

  • Stacked metal and glass bangles with tiny bell charms emerge as must-have Eid accessory
  • Prices have more than doubled amid high demand, with sets selling for up to $4.30
By BURAQ SHABBIR ·

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Saudi Arabia intercepts dozens of drones as Iran escalates Gulf strikes

  • Latest figures bring the total number to 575 drone and 49 missile strikes in Saudi Arabia since February 28
  • The UAE engaged three ballistic missiles and eight drones launched from Iran on Saturday
By Arab News ·

Shrapnel wounds 20 after Iran missile warning in Israel nuclear town

  • Magen David Adom first responders said their teams were treating approximately 20 victims
  • Israel has maintained a policy of ambiguity about its nuclear program
By AFP ·

Britain says Cyprus base will not be part of UK-US self-defense deal

  • “RAF Akrotiri would not be involved in the UK’s continuation of ⁠its agreement with ⁠the US,” a spokesperson said
  • Cooper said the government’s policy on the US-Israeli-war on Iran remained defensive
By Reuters ·

War turns paradise African island into luxury car showroom

  • Porsches and other high-end vehicles unloaded in Kenya because they can’t make it to Dubai
By AFP ·

Jimenez scores for the first time since father’s death as Fulham beat Burnley 3-1

  • “He’s been very emotional, the last 10-15 days... I know it was difficult for him,” said Silva
  • “Football is our life, we don’t know how to live without it, but in the end family is everything“
By Reuters ·