On April 18, 2025, Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed optimism about reaching a nuclear agreement with the U.S. provided Washington adopts a more “realistic” stance towards Iran’s demands and instead focuses on nuclear issues solely. Araghchi made these remarks after holding discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov...
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Dhaka and Islamabad Will Relaunch Foreign Office Talks After 15-Year Pause
Bangladesh and Pakistan will hold their first foreign secretary-level talks since Bangladesh achieved independence from Pakistan in 1971, in what could mark a significant development diplomatically. Last time around in 2010, discussions stalled amid historical grievances and political tensions. With this meeting set to take place in Dhaka this time around, discussions hope to address...
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Attempted Targeted Attack Leads to Shooting of Nowshera Civil Judge
Nowshera, Pakistan — In an unprecedented and shocking incident on Tuesday afternoon in Nowshera, a senior civil judge was shot dead, sending shockwaves through Pakistan’s legal community and prompting urgent discussions over their security. Attaullah Khan was attacked while driving his official vehicle near Cantonment area when unknown assailants on motorcycles opened fire with close...
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Tahawwur Rana Arrested After Extradition From United States; Set to Face NIA Trial Next Week
Tahawwur Rana, the Canadian businessman of Pakistani descent who stands accused of involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, has been officially arrested by Indian authorities following extradition proceedings in the US. Following years of legal battles and diplomatic negotiations, Rana was brought back to India early this week where he will now stand trial...
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🇺🇸 Trump’s Physician Declares the Former President Is in “Excellent Health”
Trump who was 78 in the last month is under growing scrutiny over his health, especially since he is still pursuing an election bid for his 2020 presidential race. The former president has been criticized for the weight he carries, his diet as well as occasional medical procedures during his presidency. In the most recent...
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Iran Seeks ‘Fair Agreement’ as Nuclear Talks with U.S. Resume in Oman
Iran has declared its wish to sign an “fair agreement” as it starts a new round indirect talks on nuclear issues between Oman. United States in Oman, suggesting cautious optimism in efforts to rekindle diplomatic relations between the two nations. The talks, led through Omani officials, are the latest attempt to ease tensions over Iran’s...
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Understanding Iran’s Nuclear Programme: What It Is and What the US Wants
The nuclear program of Iran has long been at the forefront of tensions in the geopolitical world, particularly in relation to those of the United States and its allies. As talks on the level of enrichment, sanctions, and inspections continue there are many who ask the question: what exactly is the Iran’s nuclear program and...