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Trump rejects Iran’s response as ‘totally unacceptable’

Donald Trump has dismissed Iran’s latest response as “totally unacceptable”, adding fresh tension to a fragile diplomatic moment.

U.S. resolution places Pakistan at centre of Iran peace push

A resolution submitted in the US House of Representatives by Congressman Al Green praises Pakistan’s efforts to facilitate peace between the United States, Israel and Iran, as Islamabad’s role in back-channel diplomacy draws growing attention in Washington.

Pakistan stands with UAE after missile and drone attacks

Pakistan has strongly condemned attacks on civilian infrastructure in the UAE, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressing solidarity with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed and urging all sides to preserve the ceasefire for diplomacy and peace.

Saudi Arabia draws the line after Iran strikes the UAE

The call between Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed underscored the Gulf’s growing concern over Iranian escalation and placed Saudi Arabia firmly beside the UAE at a moment of regional strain.

Trump says US shot down Iranian ‘fast boats’ as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate

US President Donald Trump said American forces had destroyed multiple Iranian “fast boats” targeting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, as Washington moves to secure maritime routes amid rising Gulf tensions.

تازہ خبریں

پاکستان نے ایران کو خبردار کیا ہے کہ وہ یمن میں اپنے حوثی اتحادیوں پر قابو پائے، روئٹرز

پاکستان نے ایران کو خبردار کیا ہے کہ وہ یمن میں اپنے حوثی اتحادیوں پر قابو پائے۔ تہران نے اضافی فنڈنگ و ہتھیاروں کا وعدہ کرتے ہوئے حوثیوں کو سعودی عرب پر حملے کی ہدایت دی۔ پاکستان، ترکیہ اور سعودی عرب حوثیوں کے خلاف مشترکہ کارروائی بھی کر سکتے ہیں۔ روئٹرز

Pakistan warns Iran to rein in Houthis as Saudi strikes back

Pakistan has moved on two fronts over the Houthi assault on Saudi Arabia this week: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warning the Makkah Defence Pact could become operational, and Pakistan separately delivering a direct diplomatic warning to Iran, Reuters reports, urging Tehran to rein in the Houthis.

Apple unveils iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone

Apple has unveiled the iPhone Duo, its first-ever foldable iPhone, featuring a 7.6-inch display Apple calls the largest and most immersive iPhone screen ever. The launch, presided over by new CEO, starts at $1,999, with preorders opening October 16.

Trump did not object to UK’s Israel settlement sanctions

US President Donald Trump did not push back on British plans to sanction Israeli settlements when briefed by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, a Western official told The Times of Israel.

UK PM Burnham announces sanctions on Israeli settlements

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a package of measures targeting Israeli settlements in the West Bank, including a trade ban, a formal declaration that the occupation is unlawful, and sanctions on individuals and companies profiting from settlement expansion, calling it a decisive break from years of British hesitancy.