Israel says a targeted strike killed Ali Larijani, one of Iran’s most senior security figures, but Tehran had not confirmed the claim at the time of reporting. If verified, it would mark one of the biggest direct blows yet to Iran’s leadership in the current conflict.
UAE secures Arab Parliament presidency with Mohammed Ahmad Al Yamahi elected as president, showcasing Emirati leadership and commitment to regional cooperation through parliamentary diplomacy.
Abu Dhabi—now the world's richest city—manages US$1.7 trillion in assets, surpassing global competitors like Oslo and Beijing. With diversified investments in sectors like AI, healthcare, and renewable energy, it’s cementing its future as a global financial powerhouse.
The UAE’s Mohammed Bin Rashid Explorer spacecraft will embark on a 13-year mission to explore the Asteroid Belt, launching aboard Japan's H3 rocket in 2028, marking a major milestone in the nation's expanding space ambitions and global partnerships.
عمران خان کی پارٹی نے فلسطین پر آل پارٹیز کانفرنس کا بائیکاٹ کیا، کیا لیڈر سیاسی مفادات کیلئے اس قدر اہم سفارتی معاملہ بھی نظر انداز کر سکتا ہے؟ کچھ لوگ کہتے ہیں کہ عمران خان اسرائیل کے ساتھ سیاسی شطرنج کی اگلی چال تیار کر رہے ہیں۔ کیا فلسطین کی حمایت صرف اس وقت اہمیت رکھتی ہے جب عمران خان تخت پر ہوں؟
Iran International reports President Pezeshkian submitted a resignation letter citing IRGC takeover. Iran's presidency denies it. Khamenei is reportedly in seclusion. The US-Iran deal has not been signed. The Thursday Times reports what is known and what remains contested.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas visits Islamabad on 1 June 2026 for the 8th EU-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue, meeting Pakistan's top civilian and military leadership including Field Marshal Munir.
PSG are back-to-back Champions League champions after defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties in Budapest. Havertz gave Arsenal an early lead before Dembele equalised. Neither side could find a winner in 120 minutes. PSG held their nerve in the shootout. The Thursday Times reports.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said a true friendship is growing between Washington and Pakistan, calling its mediation role an unexpected development and praising Field Marshal Munir and PM Shehbaz Sharif directly.
Trump posted US-Iran deal terms from the Situation Room on 29 May. Strait of Hormuz to open. Blockade lifted. Nuclear material to be destroyed. Final determination pending. Pakistan's Ishaq Dar was in Washington meeting Rubio at the same moment. The Thursday Times reports.