Iran chief negotiator vows 'crushing' response if US resumes attacks
Iran's Ghalibaf warns Tehran's armed forces have rebuilt during the ceasefire and any US resumption of strikes will be more devastating than the first day of war
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Spotlight
Three months in, is Trump losing the Iran war?
Trump won nearly every battle but faces a bigger question three months into the Iran war: can military gains translate into a geopolitical win? Analysts are doubtful
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Debate grows in Pakistan over PECA’s impact on freedom of expression
Nukta examines how Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act has evolved into one of the country’s most debated legal frameworks governing online activity.
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Pakistan’s mediation efforts gain momentum as US-Iran talks near breakthrough
Kamran Khan says Pakistan is playing a central role as hopes grow for a US-Iran agreement
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Shorts
UAE warns Hormuz tensions could disrupt global energy and food supplies
UAE told the UN that Iran's actions risk destabilizing global trade, pushing fertilizer prices up 80% and threatening energy and food security worldwide
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UAE official gives '50-50' odds on US-Iran deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
UAE presidential adviser Anwar Gargash put even odds on a US-Iran Strait of Hormuz agreement, warning Tehran not to overplay its hand in ongoing negotiations.
May 22, 2026
May 22, 2026
Pakistan oil sector faces liquidity crisis, OCAC warns and urges tax overhaul
PKR 72 billion in stranded tax and PKR 33 billion in additional liabilities are squeezing margins and investment
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Pakistan cuts petrol, diesel prices by up to PKR 7
Brent crude remains above $100 amid doubts over a breakthrough in the U.S.-Iran peace talks
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Dominating Dananeer: How ‘Mera Lyari’ Became a One Woman Show
Pakistan’s latest sports drama serves up raw talent and fierce street football but struggles to cross the finish line.
Dananeer anchors the film entirely on her own with a flawless local dialect and fierce physical commitment.
A sudden title change from Behnaz to Mera Lyari reflects the confusing execution of the film, which relies too heavily on flashbacks.
Rushed pacing and an abrupt ending leave the audience entirely without a resolution.
May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026
Palmer and Foden left out of England's 2026 World Cup squad as Toney earns surprise call-up
Cole Palmer and Phil Foden are out of England's World Cup squad, with Ivan Toney the surprise pick as Tuchel makes bold selections for the USA
May 22, 2026
May 22, 2026
Esports World Cup 2026 moved from Riyadh to Paris amid Middle East conflict
The 2026 Esports World Cup moves from Riyadh to Paris, with over $75 million in prize money across 24 titles from 6 July to 23 August
May 22, 2026
May 22, 2026
Babar Azam returns as Pakistan name 16-member ODI squad for Australia series
Mohammad Rizwan has been left out, with Shaheen Afridi set to continue as captain and Salman Ali Agha named vice-captain.
May 22, 2026
May 22, 2026
Iran weighs peace proposal, accuses US of 'excessive demands'
Iran accuses the US of excessive demands as Washington weighs new strikes and Pakistan's army chief flies to Tehran to bolster peace talks over the Strait of Hormuz crisis
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