Pakistan PM to visit Iran, Turkiye as part of mediation to end Middle East war: sources
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will reportedly meet with Iran and Turkiye's leadership between July 3 to 6, as part of the peace process.
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Middle East conflict fails to deter Pakistan’s Gulf job exodus
Official data showed that during January-May, over 300,000 Pakistanis found employment in Middle Eastern states led by Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
US official unveils 14-point Iran agreement to halt conflict and reopen Strait of Hormuz
The agreement, read to reporters by a senior US official, outlines in 14 points a high-level understanding that defers many of the most difficult issues, such as how to wind down…
Japan hesitant to clear mines in Strait of Hormuz, fearing next flare-up
The government plans to quickly identify ways it can feasibly contribute to the efforts while closely monitoring the actions of other countries.
South Korea President Lee to meet G7 leaders as hopes grow for end to Iran conflict
Speculation rises as to whether President Lee will meet US counterpart Trump on the sidelines of the summit.
Singapore, China call for Middle East ceasefire, stress need to safeguard maritime flows
Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi also reaffirmed their countries’ shared commitment to regional stability and the rules-based…
Positive US-Iran talks signal hope, Malaysia ready to support Middle East peace efforts, says PM Anwar
PM Anwar said he had received “encouraging indications from the leaders in West Asia” that talks were proceeding on a progressive trajectory.
Singapore doctor sees patients in the world’s fiercest war zones, like Gaza and Sudan
In February, he returned from a three-month stint in Gaza with international medical and humanitarian aid organisation Medecins Sans Frontieres, also known as Doctors Without…
7 Filipino seafarers hurt in drone attack on ship at Strait of Hormuz
All seven Filipinos were taken to hospitals for medical treatment, an official said.
Energy shock: Dawn
Last month, the International Energy Agency predicted that both oil supply and demand growth would be slow compared to last year.