China hopes 'ceasefire will be kept, disputes be resolved via political & diplomatic means rather than reigniting flames of war & conditions be created for early return of peace to Gulf'.
Even before JD Vance reached Islamabad, he was already everywhere in Pakistan — eating nihari, getting a degree, watching his used T-shirt being sold in Sunday market, and being asked for his nikahnaama.
The gains from the pause in the war between US-Israel and Iran may be fragile. Global media says Pakistan’s mediation adds new geopolitical layer to the conflict.
FT report highlights Field Marshal Munir led back-channel talks that led to two-week pause in West Asia war. However, all 3 parties have divergent views on terms of ceasefire.
The US and Israel’s assassinations of Iranian leadership ended up bestowing martyrdom on those killed. Shias saw the deaths as a continuity of martyrdom from the Battle of Karbala.
This is the latest flashpoint in the long-running feud between US President and the news organisation that has led to failed defamation suits and curtailing of press access.
India-UK sign landmark FTA
The India-UK free trade agreement (FTA) will significantly improve market access and boost bilateral trade by around USD 34 billion annually,...
Share of trade with FTA partners rose from 4.6% in 2006 to 28.8% in 2024. India is currently negotiating or advancing agreements with US, Israel, GCC, Canada & Mexico.
American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.
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