China prioritizes energy security and tech independence as global tensions reshape economic outlook

China’s top political leadership has reaffirmed a strong focus on strengthening energy security and accelerating technological self-reliance as global uncertainty intensifies, particularly with rising economic pressure linked to the US-Israel-Iran … Read More

Iran says the US can no longer set terms for the world as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz continue

Iran said on Tuesday that the United States no longer has the power to “dictate” its wishes to other countries, as Washington considers a new proposal from Tehran aimed at … Read More

Pilgrims warned: no visa, no haj as Putrajaya tightens compliance with Saudi regulations

Malaysia has stepped up efforts to ensure a safer and more organised haj pilgrimage, introducing a strict “No Visa, No Haj” policy in line with regulations set by Saudi Arabia. … Read More

Putin meets Araghchi in Moscow as US–Iran peace efforts hang in uncertainty

Tensions and diplomacy are moving side by side as Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Saint Petersburg on Monday for high-level talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The visit … Read More

Iran’s foreign minister shuttles between capitals as peace efforts continue without US participation

Iran’s foreign minister has resumed an intense round of diplomatic visits, moving rapidly between countries as mediators work to keep fragile communication channels open between Tehran and Washington. On Sunday, … Read More

Palestinians cast ballots in first municipal elections since Gaza war, turnout reveals mixed public mood

Palestinians in the West Bank and parts of central Gaza stepped out to vote on Saturday in their first municipal elections since the outbreak of the Gaza war—an event marked … Read More

Trump praises Secret Service after shooting scare at correspondents’ dinner

A high-profile evening in Washington, D.C. took a sudden and alarming turn when a security scare disrupted the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania … Read More

Trump halts Pakistan peace mission as Iran tensions rise and Hormuz blockade tightens

In a sudden shift that underscores rising global tensions, US President Donald Trump has cancelled a planned diplomatic mission to Pakistan aimed at advancing peace talks with Iran. The decision … Read More

Turkey signals openness to Hormuz mine-clearing after potential Iran–US deal

Turkey’s Foreign Minister, Hakan Fidan, has indicated that Ankara may be willing to support mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz — but only if a peace agreement is reached … Read More