17 aprel 2026
Pakistan: "A new round of talks will begin soon"
China calls for "unimpeded" freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz
Army raids suspected terrorist arms factory in Lanao del Sur Philippines
3 day ago
Earthquake of magnitude 4.9 - 137 km NW of Ternate, Indonesia
3 day ago
Earthquake of magnitude 5.2 - 88 km WNW of Ternate, Indonesia
3 day ago
Earthquake of magnitude 5.0 - 105 km WNW of Ternate, Indonesia
4 day ago
Earthquake of magnitude 5.0 - 106 km SSW of Severo-Kuril’sk, Russia
The Israeli Broadcasting Corporation, quoting a Pakistani source, reports that there are attempts to extend the ceasefire between the United States and Iran for more than two weeks.
Vice President Vance’s final offer delivered to the Iranian delegation in Islamabad, which represent ‘red lines,’ according to two U.S. officials: 1. End all uranium enrichment 2. Dismantle all major nuclear enrichment facilities 3. Retrieve highly enriched uranium 4. Accept a broader peace, security and de-escalation framework that includes regional allies 5. End funding for terrorist proxies Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis 6. Fully open the Strait of Hormuz, charging no tolls for passage
Trump says that amid US pressure on Iran, China could buy oil, gas from US, Venezuela
4 day ago
Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 - 32 km ESE of Onagawa Chō, Japan
Quetta: 2 members of the Hazara community were killed & 3 others injured in a shooting near Hazarganji market. After the incident, community members held protests near Hazara Town. This is the 1st such attack on Hazaras in a long time, at a time of fragile security in the region
Iranian Foreign Ministry: Negotiations with Washington took place in an atmosphere of distrust, and it is natural that an agreement could not be reached in just one session.
A Pakistani military contingent comprising around 13,000 soldiers and 10 to 18 jets has reached Saudi Arabia as part of a joint strategic defence agreement signed last year, the Gulf Kingdom announced on Saturday (April 11, 2026)
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Earthquake of magnitude 5.2 - 187 km WSW of Sinabang, Indonesia
JD Vance on Iran: "They have chosen not to accept our terms”
A source close to Iran’s negotiating team says the US is making excessive demands, especially about the Strait of Hormuz, and is trying to gain in talks what it failed to achieve through weeks of war and pressure. nnIran says it will firmly protect its gains. Source: Fars
Via Al-Jazeera: "One source has told us that there is a push from Pakistan to try to get at least another day, another round, another extension of these talks so they can come to some sort of a conclusive agreement. So far, that has not happened."
Talks between the United States and Iran in Pakistan have reached a stalemate over control of the Strait of Hormuz, two sources briefed on the negotiations say, with Iran insisting it retain authority over the waterway and rejecting joint control proposals — FT
Saudi Arabia and Qatar have assured Pakistan of $5 billion in financial aid to help stabilize its foreign reserves. The support comes as Pakistan prepares to repay $3.5 billion to the United Arab Emirates by the end of April5 day ago
Saudi Arabia and Qatar have assured Pakistan of $5 billion in financial aid to help stabilize its foreign reserves. The support comes as Pakistan prepares to repay $3.5 billion to the United Arab Emirates by the end of April
As trilateral talks begin in Pakistan, President Trump posts on Truth Social re: Iran's regime: "most importantly, their longtime “Leaders” are no longer with us, praise be to Allah."
Iranian forces have informed the Iranian negotiating delegation that a U.S. destroyer is moving from Fujairah Port toward the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has informed the Pakistani mediator that if the American destroyer continues its movement, it will be targeted within 30 minutes.Source: Fars
5 day ago
Earthquake of magnitude 5.4 - 182 km SSE of Nemuro, Japan
Protest against military dictatorship in Hpakant5 day ago
Protest against military dictatorship in Hpakant
The US and Iranian delegations were gathered for private meetings at a hotel in Islamabad. Iranian negotiator Mohammad Ghalibaf said he entered talks hopeful, with good intentions, but cautious, per Iranian state TV. @VP Vance told US reporters President Trump gave him "some pretty clear guidelines" and if the Iranians were willing to negotiate in good faith, the US would extend the open hand
US intelligence indicates that China is preparing to provide Iran with air defense systems in a matter of weeks, CNN reported. Beijing is expected to ship shoulder-fired, surface-to-air missiles known as Man-Portable Air Defense Systems
North Korea's Kim vows 'multi-faceted' development of ties with China in meeting with Wang
6 day ago
Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 - 95 km WSW of Waisai, Indonesia
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Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 - 67 km NNE of Tobelo, Indonesia
Pakistan PM Sharif says leaders from both the US and Iran will start talks tomorrow. He added that this phase of talks is a 'make or break' to seek a permanent ceasefire