Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens heavier strikes
IRGC says it will decide when the war ends, while Israel says its aim is to overthrow Iran’s clerical rule
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Spotlight
The truth behind Iran’s school strike and the rising war
In this episode of The Blue Newsroom, Amber Shamsi examines rising civilian casualties across the Middle East and questions if 'collateral damage' hides potential war crimes.
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Pakistan economy jolted as Iran-Israel war drives oil surge, market crash
Kamran Khan warns Iran-Israel war has rattled Pakistan’s fragile economy, pushing oil costs, inflation and markets into turmoil
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Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader?
Mojtaba builds power under his father through close ties with security forces and the IRGC, opposing reformists and wielding influence as his father’s gatekeeper
Mar 09, 2026
Mar 09, 2026
Shorts
Australia to send missiles to UAE, deploy military surveillance aircraft
Australian PM says military support helps Gulf states defend against Iran’s unprovoked attacks, stressing Australia is not a protagonist
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UK warplanes down drones in Middle East, conduct 'defensive' sorties for UAE
The development came as Britain's response to the conflict was under criticism, including from the U.S. president and the Cypriot government
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Lotte Chemical Pakistan floats offer to buy 56% stake in Engro Polymer
Board approves nonbinding offer; deal pending due diligence and regulatory approval
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Minister calls 5G spectrum auction a milestone in Pakistan’s digital transformation
Aurangzeb says he is pleased to see a year-and-a-half of efforts finalize the auction framework
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Pakistan’s first rap reality show ‘Rap Icon’ brings Karachi’s street sound to national spotlight
From Lyari’s underground cyphers to a televised stage, Karachi’s rap movement to go mainstream after Eid
Pakistan’s first original rap reality show airs after Eid Al Fitr
Talha Anjum and Bohemia headline the judging panel
Female rapper AK Sky among artists breaking industry barriers
Feb 25, 2026
Feb 25, 2026
NZ young guns hungry for success in 2028 after World Cup disappointment, says coach
Walter said he was proud of his players and sensed there was a real determination to finally land a short-format world title for New Zealand when they co-host the 2028 T20 World Cup with Australia
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FIFA COO: World Cup 'too big' to be postponed by Middle East conflict
Iran is scheduled to play Belgium, New Zealand and Egypt in Group G. Two of the games are set for Los Angeles, one in Seattle
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Five Iranian women's soccer players granted humanitarian visas in Australia
US President Donald Trump praised Albanese for allowing the women to stay, saying on social media the US was ready to take the players if Australia did not
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Iran vows to fight 'as long as needed' as Trump says war will end 'soon'
Abbas Araghchi says talks with the US are off the table after a 'very bitter experience' during past negotiations
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