Iraq’s National Security Council has strongly condemned the reported US-Saudi military strike that killed at least 20 militia members, calling for restraint and renewed diplomatic efforts to prevent further instability across the region. The emergency meeting was chaired by the commander-in-chief of Iraq’s armed forces and focused on growing security concerns and efforts to prevent… Continue reading Iraq US Saudi Strike Condemned by Security Council
Iran has accused the United States of escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz by attempting to establish alternative shipping routes without consulting Tehran, despite an interim understanding between the two countries. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the arrangement reached between Tehran and Washington gives Iran a role in overseeing transit procedures and coordinating… Continue reading Iran Blames US Over Strait of Hormuz Dispute as Indirect Talks Continue
Pakistan and Egypt have urged diplomacy and de-escalation amid rising Middle East tensions while reaffirming support for Palestine and expanding bilateral cooperation.
US President Donald Trump has said Washington’s proposed civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia will move forward only if Riyadh agrees to recognise Israel by joining the Abraham Accords. The condition adds a major diplomatic component to the proposed US-Saudi nuclear agreement and links nuclear cooperation to Trump’s broader efforts to expand Arab-Israeli normalisation.… Continue reading Trump Says Saudi Nuclear Deal Hinges on Israel Recognition
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged Iran and the United States to exercise restraint and avoid further escalation in the Middle East. He said dialogue remains the best way to resolve growing regional tensions. The prime minister made the remarks during a meeting with Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni, who arrived in Pakistan with a… Continue reading Shehbaz Iran US Dialogue Urged to Prevent Conflict
Iran Says US Has ‘No Excuse’ to Violate Memorandum of Understanding Iran US memorandum of understanding tensions have intensified after Tehran accused Washington of violating commitments under a previously agreed framework between the two countries. Iranian officials called on the United States to respect its commitments and return to diplomacy, warning that further military or… Continue reading Iran Says US Has No Excuse to Violate Memorandum of Understanding
Iran US diplomatic messages continue to reach Tehran through intermediary countries despite ongoing military confrontation between Iran and the United States, according to Iranian officials. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said mediators remain in contact with both sides and continue delivering proposals and messages between Washington and Tehran. His comments indicate that diplomatic channels… Continue reading Iran Says US Diplomatic Messages Continue Through Mediators
Canada has urged the United States and Iran to avoid further escalation and return to diplomatic negotiations as military tensions continue to rise across the Middle East. Speaking during a joint press conference with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar in Islamabad, Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand said protecting civilians must remain… Continue reading Canada US-Iran Tensions: Ottawa Urges Restraint
France has strongly protested after Iranian security forces briefly detained two employees of the French embassy in Tehran. French officials said the employees were held for several hours before being released. The incident has added another source of tension between Paris and Tehran. French Embassy Staff Detained in Tehran French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot confirmed… Continue reading France Embassy Staff Detained in Tehran, Paris Protests
Iran Shiraz airstrike reports emerged after Iranian officials said a reported US military strike targeted an area in the southern city of Shiraz. Authorities quickly responded to the incident and said the situation remained under control. Officials confirmed that no deaths or injuries had been reported following the incident. Iran Shiraz Airstrike Prompts Emergency Response… Continue reading Shiraz US Strike: Iran Says Attack Hits Southern City
