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AI summaryUS President Donald Trump announced he is delaying a planned military attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday, citing requests from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE to allow more time for negotiations. Trump said he has instructed the military to be prepared for a large-scale assault if an acceptable deal is not reached.
AI summaryKenya's nationwide transport strike over fuel price hikes was suspended for a week after at least four people were killed and over 30 injured in protests. The government and transport unions will negotiate, while hundreds have been arrested and rights groups have condemned the use of force.
AI summaryPakistan has delivered a revised peace proposal from Iran to the United States, aiming to end the conflict in West Asia. Talks remain stalled with both sides citing major differences, while President Trump has warned of urgency and reportedly held off on a planned strike.
AI summaryThe US Treasury Department has extended for another 30 days a sanctions waiver allowing countries to import Russian oil and petroleum products already loaded on tankers at sea. The move aims to ease oil supply shortages linked to the Iran war, with officials saying it will help vulnerable nations and reduce China's ability to stockpile discounted oil.
AI summaryPresident Trump told the New York Post he is not open to concessions to Iran, including a 20-year uranium enrichment moratorium, and ruled out sanctions relief before a bilateral agreement. Iran has submitted a revised 14-point proposal, but the White House reportedly views it as insufficient.
AI summaryUS military refueling aircraft are expected to remain at Israel's Ben-Gurion Airport until at least the end of 2027, according to an N12 report. The presence has reduced the airport to one-third capacity, led to fears of mass flight cancellations, and stirred tensions over security and civilian operations.
AI summaryThe US Treasury Department has issued a 30-day general license waiving sanctions on Russian oil already loaded on tankers, aiming to stabilize the global energy market. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the move will help vulnerable nations access energy and reduce China's ability to stockpile discounted oil. Several countries, including Pakistan, may benefit, though analysts caution about infrastructure limits.
AI summaryIran’s national football team has arrived in Turkey for a pre-World Cup training camp, but many players face visa delays for the US, where they are scheduled to play group matches. Coach Amir Ghalenoei is working to raise fitness levels after a domestic league suspension, while FIFA expresses confidence in Iran’s participation.
AI summaryThe US administration has reportedly deemed Iran's latest proposal for ending hostilities 'insufficient for a deal,' while Tehran insists on its demands and reviews the US response. Pakistan serves as a conduit for the exchange of proposals, with the US expecting an answer within 48 hours.
AI summaryProsecutors at Woolwich Crown Court allege that the 2024 stabbing of Iran International journalist Pouria Zeraati was a planned attack ordered by a third party acting for the Iranian state. Two Romanian men deny charges of wounding with intent and unlawful wounding. Iran has denied involvement.
AI summaryIran has set up a new body to manage the Strait of Hormuz amid stalled negotiations with the United States, according to reports. A defense expert warns of a significant mismatch in expectations between Iran, the US, and Gulf Arab states.
AI summaryPakistan's KSE-100 index fell by 3,791 points (2.29%) on Monday, closing at 161,805.02, as investors reacted to stalled US-Iran negotiations and rising oil prices. The decline extended a six-session losing streak, with heavyweight stocks and broader Asian markets also under pressure.
AI summaryGermany's chemical sector, a pillar of the economy, faces a 22% revenue drop and over 13,000 job losses since 2022 due to high energy costs, regulatory burdens, and global competition. Energy prices have doubled since the Ukraine war and spiked again amid the Iran conflict, prompting calls for government action on electricity subsidies and EU carbon pricing reforms.
AI summaryRussian media report that the US and Israel are preparing new strikes against Iran, while Washington awaits Tehran's response to a proposal aimed at ending the conflict. Separate reports cover delays in Russia-Ukraine talks, potential extensions of oil waivers, and warnings of symmetric strikes over the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant.
AI summaryThe federal government and Sindh province have announced exemptions from early market closure timings until May 31, responding to business and public concerns. The move follows previous restrictions imposed due to the global fuel crisis and austerity measures.
AI summaryIran's Supreme National Security Council has formally announced the creation of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) to manage the strategic waterway, a move that has drawn international attention amid ongoing tensions. The authority is set to regulate vessel passage, with provisions for tolls and specialized services, while the US has added it to sanctions lists.
AI summaryKosar Eftekhari, an Iranian activist who lost an eye during the 2022 protests, warns that the Islamic regime's extremism is being imported to Europe. Her account includes forced veiling, harassment, and clashes between pro-regime and anti-regime demonstrators in several cities.
AI summaryAmnesty International reported that at least 2,707 people were executed worldwide in 2025, the highest number since 1981, with Iran accounting for nearly 80% of the total. The rights group attributed the surge to authorities tightening their grip on power, particularly in Iran following the June 2025 war with Israel. Executions also rose in several other countries, while China's figures remain opaque.
AI summaryPrime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Norway focuses on strengthening India-Norway ties, with trade and energy supplies as top priorities. Discussions also cover the India-EFTA trade agreement, the 3rd Nordic-India summit, and global conflicts, including Ukraine and Iran.
AI summaryA Reuters analysis cited by multiple outlets reports that the US-Israeli war on Iran has cost companies worldwide at least $25 billion, with 279 firms taking defensive measures. Toyota alone faces a £3bn hit, and air carriers account for $15bn of the total, as energy prices and supply chain disruptions persist.