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Pakistan's Sugar Glut: Industry Demands Exports Amid Economic Strain
Pakistan faces a 1.32M ton sugar surplus. Mills urge exports to ease financial strain and earn $400-500M in foreign exchange.
Middle East Conflict Slows Asia-Pacific Growth, Warns ADB Report
ADB report warns prolonged Middle East conflict could cut Asia-Pacific growth to 4.7% and spike inflation to 5.6%, threatening regional resilience.
South Korea Sends Special Envoy to Iran for Ship Safety Amid Middle East Tensions
South Korea appoints a special envoy to Iran to secure safe passage for its vessels and nationals stranded in the Strait of Hormuz amid regional conflict.
Iran Denies Officials Traveled to Pakistan for US Talks Amid Tensions
Iran rejects reports its officials traveled to Pakistan for US negotiations, stating talks are on hold until a ceasefire is established in Lebanon.
Pakistan Defence Minister's Israel Remarks Spark Global Outrage
Pakistan's Defence Minister faces condemnation from Israel and US lawmakers over inflammatory remarks about Israel, casting doubt on Pakistan's mediator role in US-Iran talks.
Iran Warns US: Letting Netanyahu "Kill Diplomacy" Would Be "Dumb"
Iranian FM Araghchi warns the US against Israeli PM Netanyahu undermining ceasefire. Talks begin as fragile truce holds after 40 days of conflict.
Expert Warns US-Iran Ceasefire Could "Erupt in a Second" Amid Lebanon Strikes
Foreign affairs expert Sagiv Steinberg warns the US-Iran ceasefire is extremely fragile, with Israel-Hezbollah clashes threatening to reignite wider conflict.
Israel Slams Pakistan's "Cancerous State" Remark, Vows Self-Defense
Israeli FM Gideon Sa'ar rebukes Pakistan's defense minister for antisemitic remarks, vowing to defend against "terrorists." Ceasefire at risk.
Israel Rebukes Pakistan Minister Over "Annihilation" Call Amid Ceasefire Crisis
Israel condemns Pakistan Defence Minister's call for its "annihilation," questioning Pakistan's neutrality as US-Iran peace talks falter.
Trump Warns Iran Over Oil Tanker Fees in Strait of Hormuz
Trump warns Iran over reports of charging fees to oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening the fragile ceasefire as Israel-Lebanon tensions flare.
Netanyahu Vows No Lebanon Ceasefire, Demands Hezbollah Disarmament
PM Netanyahu says no ceasefire in Lebanon, orders new strikes on Hezbollah while initiating direct negotiations for its disarmament and a peace deal.
Iran's New Supreme Leader Vows Punishment for US-Israel, Declares Victory
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei declares victory, vows aggressors won't go unpunished and demands compensation in West Asia conflict.
IDF Strikes Hezbollah-Linked Commander in Lebanon, Gaza Militant Behind Oct 7
Israeli forces kill senior Lebanese Resistance Brigades commander and Islamic Jihad militant involved in the October 7 attacks in separate targeted strikes.
Netanyahu Calls for Direct Talks with Lebanon, Focus on Hezbollah Disarmament
PM Netanyahu calls for open negotiations with Lebanon, aiming to disarm Hezbollah and establish peaceful relations amid a fragile regional ceasefire.
Jazeera Airways Launches AI Platform JazLink for Enhanced Passenger Updates
Jazeera Airways operates a special Kuwait-Mangaluru flight and launches JazLink, an AI-powered platform for real-time passenger communication.
Iran Warns Israel: "Our Fingers on Trigger" Over Lebanon Strikes
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warns Israel that continued strikes in Lebanon violate the ceasefire and could trigger severe Iranian actions.
Iran Warns Israel: Ceasefire Violations in Lebanon Will Trigger Strong Retaliation
Iran's Parliament Speaker warns Israel that strikes on Lebanon violate the ceasefire and will incur "explicit costs and strong responses," as diplomatic tensions rise.
5 J&K Workers Killed in Kuwait Road Accident, Families Seek Bodies
Five labourers from Jammu & Kashmir killed in a Kuwait highway collision. Families appeal to Lt Governor and Chief Minister for repatriation of bodies.
Indian LPG Ship Docks Safely Amid West Asia Tensions, Boosting Supply
An India-flagged LPG carrier reaches Mumbai port safely, augmenting cooking gas supplies. Government increases gas allocation to fertilizer plants.
Iran Warns of "Regret-Inducing" Response to Any Ceasefire Violation
Iran warns any violation of the US-Israel ceasefire will trigger a decisive and immediate military response, as fragile truce talks continue.
Iran Rejects Nuclear Talks, Says Enrichment Rights Non-Negotiable
Iran's nuclear chief states enrichment rights are non-negotiable, dismissing US-Israeli pressure amid ceasefire talks in West Asia.
Iran Signals Peace Talks Readiness Despite "Critical" Night of Escalation
Iran's Deputy FM says peace talks are on track but warns US must control Israel. Tehran insists on including Lebanon in any Middle East settlement.
Lisa Ray Heartbroken Over Lebanon Airstrikes, Calls It Her Second Home
Actress Lisa Ray expresses devastation after Israel's airstrikes hit Lebanon, calling it her husband's land and adopted home.
Netanyahu Vows to Hit Hezbollah "Wherever Necessary" Amid Ceasefire Tensions
Israeli PM vows continued strikes on Hezbollah to restore northern security, as Iran accuses US-Israel of violating ceasefire terms ahead of talks.
Israel Kills Hezbollah Chief's Nephew in Beirut Strike, Hits Key Infrastructure
IDF eliminates Ali Harshi, nephew of Hezbollah's Naim Qassem, in Beirut. Strikes target Hezbollah infrastructure, crossings, and sites in southern Lebanon.