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China says military conflict is ‘root cause’ of disruption in Strait of Hormuz, calls for de-escalation

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'.

West Asia war LIVE UPDATES: Iran calls US blockade of its ports ‘grave violation’ of its sovereignty

With Iran and the US sparring over Pakistan talks, there's no sign of a swift reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Stay tuned for live updates

Rial hits 1.58 mn per USD: Iran economy on brink ahead of Trump’s blockade bid to squeeze oil exports

Amidst the war, Tehran last month introduced its largest ever denomination–a 10 million note—as prices continue to rise across country for basic needs.

After Trump’s Hormuz blockade order, CENTCOM clarifies it will implement blockade of Iran ports

US to block ships entering/exiting Iranian ports in Persian Gulf & Gulf of Oman, but vessels transiting Hormuz to & from non-Iranian ports won't be obstructed. IRGC warns of ‘harsh’ response.

West Asia war HIGHLIGHTS: Iran wants a deal ‘very badly’, says Trump after US blockade takes effect

Peace talks between US & Iran in Islamabad this weekend ended in a stalemate. Here are the highlights of the day.

China planning to ship weapons to Iran? Trump threatens 50 percent tariff

The US president had Wednesday threatened to impose sweeping 50 percent tariffs on imports from any country found supplying military weapons to Iran.

Iran is oppressing its biggest non-Muslim minority. Baha’i are labelled as Israeli spies

Despite originating in Iran, Baha’is are not officially recognised by the Islamic regime and face systematic persecution, including limited access to education and employment.

Islamabad talks conclude on a cliffhanger. Iran says Vance-led delegation ‘failed to gain our trust’

Iran said Islamabad talks hinged on US refraining from ‘excessive demands’. This was the first direct high-level engagement between Washington and Tehran since 1979.

Pakistan fighter jets & support aircraft reach Saudi Arabia as part of mutual defence pact

Amid attacks by Iran, Pakistani military force lands in Saudi Arabia as part of September deal that stated 'any aggression against either country shall be considered an aggression against both'.

Pakistan establishment heavyweight’s jibe at UAE puts focus on fraying Abu Dhabi-Islamabad ties amid war

Earlier this week, Pakistan Senator and former I&B minister Mushahid Hussain described the UAE as a 'helpless nation' after the latter asked Islamabad to repay a $3.5 billion loan.

On Camera

Tax is now India vs Pakistan. Here’s where both sides get it wrong

No matter what some Pakistani experts might say, India's gap is not the same as Pakistan's disconnect when it comes to the tax base. Start with the latest official numbers.

The big squeeze: Why India’s richest states are spending more but building less

As consumption, debt servicing and welfare schemes eat chunks out of productive investment, the future isn’t looking too rosy anymore.

Saudi Arabia invokes defence pact with Pakistan amid West Asia conflict. What it entails

According to Drop Site, under the current terms of the deal, which is entirely defensive, Saudi Arabia couldn’t request that Pakistan counterattack Iran, even from Saudi territory. 

The world’s in a flux. India must reform, consolidate & build a strong economy

We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.