Israel Iran Conflict
Its close military cooperation with Israel has drawn the UAE directly into the war on Iran.
Updated 30 Sep, 2026 09:02am
No official reason given for the reversal to Sunday’s announcement that schools would close for a week.
Published 28 Sep, 2026 04:35pm
The conflict has been nothing short of a disaster for the US itself.
Updated 27 Sep, 2026 05:20pm
Any new agreement should cover all fronts: Gaza, Lebanon and Yemen.
Published 27 Sep, 2026 07:40am
In meeting with Iranian president, PM Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan's readiness to continue "playing sincere and constructive role in support of regional peace and stability”.
Updated 25 Sep, 2026 09:16am
“(Trump) must know that the resistance of the Iranian people will only increase in the face of sanctions, increased pressure, increased bullying," he says.
Updated 23 Sep, 2026 10:06pm
“Since I took office, it has been my honour to help settle eight wars, and in so doing, become friendly with the leaders of many of those countries,” Trump says.
Updated 22 Sep, 2026 11:38pm
The war has cruelly exposed Iraq’s dependence on oil, and its main export route, dealing a setback to its economic recovery after decades of conflict.
Published 22 Sep, 2026 10:36am
“Diesel prices have risen across all regions because the disruption is global, but Europe is particularly exposed,” as it is a net importer of the fuel, expert says.
Published 21 Sep, 2026 06:58pm
Ghalibaf says terms for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz have been clearly conveyed to the United States through mediators.
Updated 21 Sep, 2026 07:25am
State Dept warns Americans to brace for "unforeseen escalation" across the Middle East; Trump abruptly leaves Camp David.
Updated 21 Sep, 2026 07:18am
Dar underscores that “dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable means to ensure peace and stability in the region”.
Published 19 Sep, 2026 04:06pm
Token validity increased, people can now use Rs500 discount per week; minister says scheme benefits 24m.
Updated 19 Sep, 2026 12:40pm
Pakistan’s permanent representative to UN reaffirms "unwavering support" for Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Updated 19 Sep, 2026 07:23am
AS the situation in Yemen remains explosive, with the potential to spark a wider military conflagration in the...
Updated 19 Sep, 2026 08:37am
Says talks aim to “strengthen Lebanon’s sovereignty and enable it to fully ensure its security”.
Published 18 Sep, 2026 07:10am
US president says Iranian leaders want a deal, claims he has heard directly from Tehran.
Published 18 Sep, 2026 07:09am
FO terms situation around the Red Sea chokepoint "exceptionally serious"; says Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement with Riyadh is operational, some forces already deployed.
Updated 18 Sep, 2026 07:32am
Fact-finding mission also says Iranian authorities committed crimes against humanity during their crackdown on anti-government protests.
Published 17 Sep, 2026 06:12pm
After consolidating their control on Hormuz, they will next turn their gaze to the riches of the Gulf monarchs.
Published 17 Sep, 2026 07:21am
Wang tells Araghchi Beijing doesn’t want regional tensions to spill over into Yemen and Red Sea.
Updated 17 Sep, 2026 07:39am
Pakistan's envoy says expansion of attacks in and around the Bab al-Mandab Strait represent a “serious escalation”.
Published 16 Sep, 2026 11:39am
Houthis reject Saudi claim as a “lie”; OIC, PM Shehbaz condemn “heinous” attempted attack on the holy city.
Updated 16 Sep, 2026 12:54pm
Saudi Arabia, which had stayed out of the Iran war, now risks being drawn into a wider conflict.
Updated 16 Sep, 2026 08:40am
MBS meets Sisi, calls for free navigation in Red Sea; Qatar warns against "catastrophic" Bab al-Mandab closure.
Updated 16 Sep, 2026 07:33am
Climate Change Minister Musadik Malik says Rs100 relief is all economy can bear right now; govt denies "smart lockdown" rumours as fuel costs spiral.
Updated 16 Sep, 2026 07:36am
The kingdom issued attack alerts for Makkah, Jeddah and Taif governorates, before quickly cancelling them. Saudi civil defence had earlier issued short-lived air-raid alerts in six regions.
Updated 15 Sep, 2026 10:34pm
The four-month assessment puts the direct cost of the war at about $33.4bn.
Published 15 Sep, 2026 11:39am
PM Office says almost 43,000 successfully registered for fuel relief scheme in 24 hours.
Updated 15 Sep, 2026 09:43am
Dozens of missiles, drones target King Khalid air base; Iranian foreign ministry says Yemeni rebel group "acts independently".
Published 15 Sep, 2026 07:24am
