Trump says US military to stay deployed near Iran until 'real agreement' reached
US president says forces, with full military support, will remain near Iran, while Iran warns ceasefire violations make further talks unreasonable
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Spotlight
Trump’s ‘final deadline’: How Pakistan saved the world
The Blue Newsroom with Amber Shamsi unpacks tense talks, Trump’s pullback, Iran’s narrative tactics and what to expect from April 10 discussions
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Global focus shifts to Islamabad as US, Iran pause hostilities
Kamran Khan notes Iran celebrates as Trump halts military action, credits Pakistani leaders
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Pakistan’s diplomacy pulls world back from brink as Trump halts Iran strike
Islamabad brokers two-week truce after threats of devastating attacks shake markets and raise fears of wider war
Pakistan brokers two-week ceasefire between US and Iran
Trump halts strike hours after warning of civilization’s destruction
Strait of Hormuz reopening eases global energy crisis fears
Oil prices post biggest drop since 1991 Gulf War on truce news
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Shorts
UAE says Iran must pay for 'damages and reparations'
UAE says it is seeking clarity on the deal to ensure Iran fully halts hostilities and unconditionally reopens the Strait of Hormuz
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Abu Dhabi police arrest more than 350 over footage, disinformation
This was the latest batch of arrests announced by the emirate as Gulf countries crack down on footage and posts related to Iran's attacks
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Pakistan declares Islamabad holidays ahead of US-Iran talks
Notification says essential services will remain open, but gives no reason for the holiday declared by Islamabad authorities
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Asia-Pacific faces mounting energy shock, say S&P
Disruptions could drive inflation, weaken currencies and strain growth across unevenly exposed economies
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Pakistan Idol Season 2 on hold amid tensions, dispute settled
Photographer Ahsan Qureshy retains official role as The Merchant Holdings (Private) Limited confirms amicable resolution amid ongoing uncertainty.
Dispute between Ahsan Qureshy and MHL resolved through mutual understanding
Qureshy continues as official photographer for Pakistan Idol
Season 2 finale still delayed due to prevailing national and regional tensions
Apr 04, 2026
Apr 04, 2026
All-round Iftikhar leaves Hyderabad scratching for first HBL PSL win
Peshawar Zalmi sit fourth on the PSL 2026 points table with two wins and a no-result from three matches, while Hyderabad Kingsmen have lost all four games
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Interim chief Tamim vows to repair Bangladesh cricket's reputation
An interim board was appointed, led by the 37-year-old former captain Tamim, who retired from international cricket in 2023
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Decisive Sultans thrash stumbling Rawalpindiz in one-sided showdown
The Rawalpindiz are in second-last position on the HBL PSL 2026 points table with four straight losses, while the Sultans top the table with eight points from five matches
Apr 06, 2026
Apr 06, 2026
Vance says up to Iran if it wants truce to 'fall apart' over Lebanon
JD Vance says Iran wrongly believed the ceasefire covered Lebanon, adding no such promise was ever made
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