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Iran, US and Pakistan report progress in talks on ending war

Washington, Tehran and mediator Islamabad all said on Saturday that progress had been made on ending the US-Israeli war on Iran, with a Pakistani security official saying that a memorandum of understanding was being "fine-tuned".

France 24

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif begins 4-day China visit amid fragile US-Iran truce

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday began a four-day visit to China, arriving there days after visits by US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

The Times of India

Iran Says Diplomatic Efforts Continue Amid Ceasefire Push

Regional mediation efforts intensified Friday, but Iranian officials cautioned that substantial disagreements with Washington remain unresolved despite ongoing negotiations.

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Bengal: Security tightened at 'jhalmuri' stall, which PM visited, after owner gets death threats

Security has been increased at a jhalmuri stall in Jhargram. The owner, Bikram Kumar Sau, reported receiving death threats and bomb threats. These threats allegedly came from individuals claiming to be from Pakistan and Bangladesh. Sau had previously hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his stall. Police are investigating the…

The Economic Times

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif begins China visit, to hold talks with Xi Jinping

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday departed for Hangzhou, marking the first leg of a four-day official visit to China from May 23 to 26, aimed at expanding economic cooperation, strengthening strategic ties, and advancing projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), according to the Pakistani Prime Minister's Office.

The Economic Times

Pakistan's army chief arrives in Tehran as Rubio signals 'slight progress' in peace talks

US President Donald Trump has described the stop-start negotiations this week as teetering on the "borderline" between a deal and renewed attacks.

Euronews

Trump to attack again? Arab nations seek Iran war deal as ceasefire remains fragile

Several Arab nations have joined Pakistan in urging Donald Trump to allow more time for negotiations to end the Iran war. Despite indications of progress, Trump is reportedly preparing for potential new strikes. Iran has warned of wider conflict if attacked.

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Oil prices settle higher on slow progress in US-Iran peace talks

Oil prices saw a volatile week as hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal, which would normalize shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, fluctuated. Despite some positive signals from U.S. officials and Pakistani facilitation, significant gaps remain, particularly on uranium stockpiles. Global oil inventories are depleting rapidly due to the disruption,…

The Economic Times

Stocks climb, yields dip as investors focus on some progress in US-Iran talks

Global stock markets saw gains on Friday. Investors are closely watching talks aimed at resolving the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. Oil prices climbed due to ongoing concerns. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated some progress, but differences remain. Pakistan's military chief is in Tehran for mediation. Wall Street experienced…

The Economic Times

Marco Rubio's trip to 'great partner' India signals US need to repair ties

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting India to strengthen a partnership strained by tariffs and renewed U.S. engagement with Pakistan and China. The trip aims to boost trade, energy, and defense cooperation, addressing concerns over trade disputes and India's reliance on Russian oil. Despite efforts to stabilize ties,…

The Economic Times

Rubio begins India visit to bolser ties after Trump's China summit

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a high-profile visit to India on Saturday for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi aimed at reinforcing ties days after President Donald Trump’s closely watched summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

France 24

Pakistan army chief in Tehran as Iran weighs US peace offer

Pakistan's army chief arrived in Tehran for mediation efforts to end the Middle East war, as Iran considers a peace proposal amid reports of potential new US strikes. Diplomacy continues to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil transit route, while fighting persists on the Lebanon front.

The Economic Times

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Rubio urges more support from NATO allies to help end Iran war

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged more support for US efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, relaying Trump's "disappointment" at NATO allies and European partners for failing to step up their efforts to end the Iran war. Rubio made the comments ahead of the arrival of Pakistan’s army…

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Pakistan military chief arrives in Tehran in push to end Iran war

TEHRAN - Pakistan's powerful army chief arrived in Tehran on Friday, with Islamabad mediating as the Islamic republic examines a new US proposal to end the Middle East war.

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Pakistan military chief arrives in Iran for talks

Pakistan's army chief has arrived in Iran in a renewed effort to mediate a peace deal to end the conflict.

International Business Times

Top Pakistani Official Travels To Tehran Seeking To Reach Deal With U.S.

Pakistani Field Marshal Asim Munir is set to meet with Iranian officials in Tehran in a new effort to reach a deal to begin a process aimed at ending the war with the U.S. and Israel.

The Economic Times

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir leaves for Tehran amidst efforts to end US-Iran war

His second visit to Tehran in little more than a month comes after progress was reported in talks held by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, who has been in Iran since Wednesday, with top Iranian leadership, including twice with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, according to sources.

The Times of India

Pakistan gets its own ‘Cockroach Awaam Party’ as India’s viral CJP sparks cross-border satire wave

Inspired by India's viral Cockroach Janta Party, satirical groups like the Cockroach Awami Party and Cockroach Awami League have emerged in Pakistan. These social media-driven parties, adopting similar themes, aim to represent "lazy and unemployed" youth and Gen-Z, offering an alternative to established political factions.

The Guardian - UK

Qatar sends mediators to Tehran in sign talks to reopen strait of Hormuz are reaching climax

Iran has threatened to impose tolls on shipping, while US demands that Iran hand over its highly enriched uranium may be deferred. Is there an end in sight?

The Economic Times

India to launch 'smart border' project along Pakistan, Bangladesh borders to curb infiltration: Amit Shah

India will soon launch a 'smart border' project to secure its 6,000 km frontiers with Pakistan and Bangladesh. Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated the initiative will use technology like drones and radars to create impenetrable borders. This move aims to defeat conspiracies to change the demography of border areas.…

The Times of India

US-Iran war: Pak Army chief Munir’s visit to Tehran postponed ‘again’

In an unexpected turn of events, General Asim Munir, the Chief of the Pakistan Army, will not be heading to Tehran as planned for peace talks. This delay stems from Iran's request for more time to reflect on a US proposal linked to nuclear concerns and wider regional tensions.

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