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Pakistan has condemned Houthi threats against Saudi Arabia and commercial shipping in the Red Sea, vowing swift retaliation against any hostile act towards its maritime interests. The country reaffirmed its defence agreements with Saudi Arabia while balancing ties with Iran.
Foreign ministers of eight Arab and Muslim-majority countries issued a joint statement condemning mass settler incursions into the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, led by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, as a 'flagrant violation of international law.' The statement warned that such actions fuel hatred and obstruct peace efforts.
A new report by child protection NGO Sahil documents 3,172 gender-based violence cases and 1,914 child abuse cases in Pakistan during January–June 2026. Punjab accounts for the majority of incidents, with many occurring in victims' homes.
The US has launched a 13th consecutive night of strikes against Iran, targeting military command centers and maritime capabilities. Iranian state media report explosions across the country, while Tehran warns regional states against supporting Washington. Nearly 100 US service members have been injured in Iranian retaliatory attacks.
The United States announced new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on 60 trading partners, including China, India, Japan, South Korea, and the European Union, over forced labor enforcement. The duties take effect Friday, replacing a temporary 10% global tariff that expires at the same time.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have issued stark warnings to Iran, saying any attack on Israel would trigger a powerful military response. The statements follow a security assessment and come amid ongoing tensions, with reports of possible US strikes on Iran.
Oil prices have surged past $100 a barrel for the first time since May, driven by escalating attacks by Yemen's Houthis on Saudi oil tankers and continued US-Iran hostilities. The conflict threatens key shipping routes, raising concerns about global supply disruptions and economic impact.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, addressing the 33rd Asean Regional Forum ministerial meeting in Manila, highlighted eight challenges to global peaceful coexistence, including the Kashmir dispute and India's placement of the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance. He also noted Pakistan's role in facilitating a US-Iran ceasefire, condemned terrorism from Afghan soil, reaffirmed the One-China principle, and underscored climate change as a common threat.
US President Donald Trump has said a civilian nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia will only be approved if Riyadh joins the Abraham Accords and normalises relations with Israel. The condition has cast doubt on the agreement, as Saudi Arabia has long refused to recognise Israel without a pathway to Palestinian statehood.
The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a nuclear cooperation agreement that could allow the kingdom to enrich uranium. The deal, signed by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, includes a bilateral safeguards agreement and is expected to expand American nuclear exports, but it has drawn criticism over nonproliferation concerns and faced potential conditions from President Trump.
Yemen's Houthis said they attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, while the U.S. carried out strikes on Iranian targets for a 12th consecutive night. The incidents mark an escalation in the Middle East conflict, with oil prices surging and several countries responding to threats.
The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a civilian nuclear cooperation deal, including two agreements on peaceful nuclear cooperation and bilateral safeguards, with the deal to be submitted to Congress for review. Concerns persist over a possible uranium enrichment facility and the potential for a regional arms race. President Trump has stated the deal is contingent on Saudi Arabia recognizing Israel.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have declared a naval blockade targeting Saudi-linked vessels in the Red Sea and claimed strikes on two Saudi oil tankers, prompting several ships to change course. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio accused Iran of flying Revolutionary Guard members into Yemen, while Washington signaled openness to talks despite launching new strikes on Iran.
US President Donald Trump warned that the US would destroy one bridge or power plant each time Iran fires at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, as the conflict escalates. Iran's foreign minister responded with an 'eye for an eye' doctrine, and US strikes on Iran continued overnight. The confrontation has driven oil prices above $93 a barrel and raised global economic concerns.
Iranian officials and the IRGC have warned that any US attack on Iranian infrastructure, including bridges and power plants, will be met with reciprocal strikes on US and allied infrastructure across the Middle East. The warnings follow US President Donald Trump's threats to destroy Iranian bridges and power plants in response to attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Fresh monsoon rains lashed Punjab and Islamabad, with Lahore recording 123mm of rain and Gujranwala a record 245mm. At least 17 rain-related deaths have been reported in Punjab this season, while authorities warn of urban flooding amid criticism of preparedness.
Pakistan condemned the Houthis' maritime embargo threats against Saudi Arabia, warned it would defend its own maritime interests, and reaffirmed support for Riyadh at a UN Security Council briefing on Yemen, calling for dialogue and peaceful resolution.
Two Saudi crude tankers have reversed course in the Red Sea after Houthi threats, raising fears of a second maritime chokepoint disruption for Asian buyers already affected by Strait of Hormuz tensions. Analysts warn a full closure could disrupt 7.4 million barrels per day, leaving the Suez Canal as a longer, costlier alternative.
Pakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has formally requested a $10 billion Exchange Stabilisation Support Facility from the US Treasury to strengthen the national economy. The facility, which would rely on the Treasury's Exchange Stabilisation Fund, aims to bolster foreign exchange reserves and ease debt pressures. Diplomatic sources indicate strong chances of approval, though the US Treasury has not commented officially.
The US military has completed its 11th night of strikes on Iran, targeting aircraft hangars and drone storage sites, while Iran continues attacks on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz and other regional targets. Diplomatic efforts in Pakistan, led by Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni, have yet to yield a new arrangement, and the conflict has pushed oil prices higher.