Iran condemns new US sanctions as ‘economic terrorism’
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has strongly condemned the latest US sanctions against Tehran. He has described the measures as “state and economic terrorism.” Araghchi has raised the issue with…
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Israel launches second strike in Syria within a week, Kuwait condemns attack
DAMASCUS: Tensions in the region rose again after an Israeli drone strike near the Syrian capital Damascus injured several people, prompting Kuwait to strongly condemn the attack and call for…
Iran says US pressure will fail, warns of wider war
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tuesday that the United States cannot achieve its goals through economic pressure on Tehran, days…
Iran warns Oman deal does not mean Hormuz is fully open
TEHRAN: Iran has cautioned that its emerging understanding with Oman over the management of the Strait of Hormuz should not…
Iran, Oman move toward temporary Hormuz shipping corridor
TEHRAN: Iran and Oman have agreed on a framework for establishing a temporary maritime corridor through the strategically vital Strait…
Israel faces new challenges after Iran conflict
After years of pushing the United States to confront Iran, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu saw Washington join Israel in…
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Apple announces date for major iPhone launch event on September 9
Apple has officially announced the date for its highly anticipated iPhone launch event with the technology giant set to host a special event at its headquarters in Cupertino, California, on…
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91 trade exhibitions, 11 foreign delegations but no Pakistani trade body registered in China
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Iftikhar Gilani set to become AJK PM
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