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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the resumption of US strikes on Iran violates the memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran, warning that it closes the door to a peaceful resolution. Lavrov also noted that Israel and President Trump no longer recognize the memorandum, as regional security remains fragile.
Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during a two-day official visit to Turkiye, where he also received the Turkish Armed Forces Distinguished Service Medal and discussed regional security and defence cooperation.
The Pakistan Stock Exchange's benchmark KSE-100 index fell more than 3,000 points during early trade on Tuesday, extending losses for a second day. The decline was attributed to rising global oil prices and heightened US-Iran tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
The film 'Satluj', based on human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra who investigated enforced disappearances during Punjab's insurgency, was removed from ZEE5 streaming platform days after release following government directions. The film had been mired in a three-year certification dispute before its brief streaming debut.
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met FBI Director Kash Patel in Washington, discussing counterterrorism financing and cyber investigations. The visit drew praise from Patel and criticism from India's Congress party, which called the US-Pakistan bonhomie a 'severe setback' for India.
Andy Burnham voted for the government's immigration and asylum bill at its second reading, despite a letter from nearly 80 Labour MPs urging him to oppose changes to indefinite leave to remain. The bill, which tightens human rights protections and overhauls the appeals system, passed 264 to 90, with Conservatives opposing it for not going far enough.
The UK government plans to amend the 1971 Immigration Act to enable the deportation of Shabir Ahmed, the convicted ringleader of the Rochdale grooming gang, following his release from prison. Pakistan's refusal to accept him remains a barrier, and the home secretary says all avenues are being explored.
US President Donald Trump formally notified Congress that hostilities against Iran resumed on July 7, opening a new 60-day window for military action without congressional approval. The notification follows Iran's alleged violation of a June memorandum of understanding, leading to renewed strikes. Reports also detail an informal nickname for the operation and the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly Speaker Babar Saleem Swati has referred the contentious KP Provincial Assembly (Powers, Immunities and Privileges) Act, 2026, to the standing committee for review after public and media criticism. The law, which grants blue passports, arms licenses, and immunity from preventive detention to lawmakers, has drawn criticism from federal officials who accuse the PTI of perpetuating 'VIP culture'.
US President Donald Trump has declared the reinstatement of a naval blockade targeting Iranian vessels and cargo in the Strait of Hormuz, while stating the United States will act as guardian of the waterway and impose a 20 percent charge on cargo. The move follows renewed military exchanges between US and Iranian forces, including reported Iranian missile strikes on UAE tankers.
The Middle East has seen a significant escalation in US-Iran hostilities, with new strikes reported on both sides. Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced attacks on Gulf nations, while the US continued targeting Iranian military sites. Diplomatic efforts, including Pakistan's mediation, face challenges.
Somalia's Minister of Family and Human Rights Development, Khadija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, met with Pakistan's Minister for Human Rights and Türkiye's Minister of Family and Social Services in Islamabad to discuss cooperation on human rights, women's empowerment, and child welfare. A memorandum of understanding with Türkiye is being prepared, and Al-Makhzoumi also visited the Somali Embassy, where she was received by the ambassador.
A judicial magistrate in Lahore extended the physical remand of four suspects in the alleged abduction and rape of two foreign women from the Netherlands and Venezuela. The defence argued the case stemmed from a cryptocurrency dispute and alleged a media trial.
Pakistan hosted the OIC's 9th Ministerial Conference on Women, where Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar emphasized the need for men's active engagement in promoting gender equality. The conference concluded with the Islamabad Declaration, urging member states to strengthen women's participation and calling for lifting barriers for Afghan women.
Brent crude has risen sharply in recent sessions as US military strikes on Iran and renewed threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz unsettle energy markets. Multiple outlets report gains of roughly 4 to 5 percent on different days, alongside higher European gas prices and fresh US moves to levy charges on vessels. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards claimed attacks on US bases while Washington described its actions as responses to threats against commercial shipping.
Pakistani, Qatari and Egyptian negotiators held a fresh series of mediatory talks with the US and Iran to de-escalate tensions, as Iran maintains contact with regional countries and reaffirms its readiness to use all means to ensure its security. The efforts come amid ongoing airstrikes and a history of conflict since late February.
The Pakistan Stock Exchange began the week in the red, with the KSE-100 index falling more than 2,000 points intraday on Monday. The decline was attributed to renewed hostilities between the US and Iran, which also pushed oil prices higher, while refinery sector gains offered some support.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif travelled to Qatar on a one-day visit to offer condolences on the death of former emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Accompanied by senior Pakistani officials, he met Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, as Pakistan observed a day of mourning with the national flag at half-mast.
Brendon McCullum has been sacked as England's Test coach, ending the Bazball era after four years marked by early success and a recent sharp decline. The ECB cited results, with England winning 27 of 49 Tests but losing seven of their last nine. McCullum will remain in charge of the white-ball teams.
Five workers from Punjab were shot dead in Mashkel town near the Pakistan-Iran border, prompting condemnation from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The attack occurred amid ongoing counterterrorism operations, with officials reporting 109 terrorists killed since July 5.