Iran president confirms intelligence minister assassination as gas field hit in escalation
Iranian media says gas tanks and parts of refinery were hit, prompting evacuations and emergency efforts
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Spotlight
Unpacking ‘Slopaganda’ in the Iran-Israel-US conflict
Amber Shamsi explores the hidden symbolism, viral tactics, and psychological tricks of AI propaganda shaping modern information warfare
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Iran's Larijani, the man whose power grew during Mideast war
Ali Larijani, a veteran Iranian insider, wields immense influence as a skilled strategist, balancing ideological loyalty with pragmatic control over security and nuclear policy
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Pakistan treads cautious path as US-Israel-Iran war escalates
Kamran Khan says Pakistan balanced Iran, Gulf and US ties as war shook markets and oil surged
Mar 17, 2026
Mar 17, 2026
Shorts
UAE air defenses intercept missiles and drones launched from Iran
Since the onset of the attacks, UAE air defenses have engaged 327 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,699 UAVs, according to WAM
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UAE central bank launches resilience package amid Iran crisis
Gulf banks could face domestic deposit outflows of $307 billion if the Middle East conflict deepens, S&P Global Ratings say
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Pakistan oil supply chain strained by rising global costs, forex pressure
Global oil surge pressures Pakistan supply chain, but authorities say stocks remain sufficient.
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ADB launches new five-year plan to boost private sector and sustainability in Pakistan
The five-year strategy targets private sector growth, inclusion and resilience
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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
After PSG mauling, Chelsea face another scramble to salvage their season
Chelsea sit sixth in the table and risk being overtaken by west London neighbours Brentford, who are only three points behind
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Guardiola laments red card after third straight exit to Real Madrid
After losing the first leg 3-0, City conceded a penalty and were reduced to 10 men after 22 minutes of Tuesday's return fixture after captain Bernardo Silva's handball
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Iran negotiating with FIFA to move World Cup games to Mexico from US: Iran federation chief
“When Trump has explicitly stated that he cannot ensure the security of the Iranian national team, we will certainly not travel to America”
Mar 17, 2026
Mar 17, 2026
Israel says killed Iran intel chief, tells military to hunt down officials
Israel also says it had also targeted Akram al-Ajouri, head of the military wing of group Palestinian Islamic Jihad, in a strike in Iran
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