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Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said the United States bears direct responsibility for any Israeli actions violating regional peace and security, amid overnight exchanges of fire between Iran and Israel. He also accused the IAEA chief of biased political views and said Tehran would respond to any resolution against it at the nuclear watchdog's Board of Governors meeting.
Crude oil prices swung widely over recent sessions as Middle East tensions escalated and then eased. Reports from multiple outlets show Brent crude rising more than 3% after Iran's missile attack on Israel, then settling higher after both sides halted attacks, only to climb again after new U.S. strikes. A separate report from Dawn indicated a decline in prices following US-Iran talks in Switzerland.
The Eurasian Economic Union has formally launched negotiations with Tunisia on a free trade zone agreement and is actively considering similar talks with Pakistan. The push comes as the Russia-led bloc seeks to deepen ties with African and Asian markets amid ongoing negotiations with India and pending ratifications with Indonesia and the UAE.
Pakistan People's Party leaders, including Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, met Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar to discuss the upcoming federal budget, expressing reservations over taxation and provincial revenue targets. Sources report Dar assured the PPP that their proposals would be incorporated, while the party remains 'unhappy with the budget in its current form.'
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari announced he will meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to resolve the political crisis in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, where the regional government has declared the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) a proscribed organisation. The AJK authorities have launched a crackdown on the group, which is demanding abolition of 12 refugee seats in the Legislative Assembly. Bilawal also appealed to protesters to end demonstrations, citing damage to the Kashmiri cause and Pakistan's reputation.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan called on the international community to unite diplomatically to prevent Israel from disrupting the US-Iran agreements, expressing optimism about the negotiations and warning of the conflict's global economic impact.
The UN Security Council's annual report for 2025 has reaffirmed the Jammu and Kashmir dispute and the Palestinian question as long-standing issues on its agenda. The development sparked exchanges between Pakistan and India at the UN, with Pakistan welcoming the references and India accusing Islamabad of misusing UN platforms.
The United States intends to make Iranian assets available to Gulf allies for rebuilding and repairs after damage caused by Iran, according to a source familiar with the matter. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has directed a team to assess the costs of damages already inflicted. The move follows recent attacks and counterstrikes, with peace negotiations reportedly stalled.
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has made his third visit to Tehran in recent weeks, part of Islamabad's ongoing mediation efforts between the U.S. and Iran. The visit comes amid heightened tensions, including recent military clashes and stalled negotiations, with Pakistan playing a central role as intermediary.
Voters in Gilgit-Baltistan cast ballots on June 7 for the region's legislative assembly, with 396 candidates contesting 24 seats. Pakistan rejected India's objections to the elections, while the campaign highlighted demands for provincial status and resource rights.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned of a severe heatwave from June 7 to 12, with temperatures expected to reach 48-51°C in parts of Sindh. The advisory covers most of the country, with PMD advising precautions against direct sunlight. Meanwhile, a record 51.5°C was set in Dadu, as global temperature trends continue to rise.
Pakistan's ambassador to Russia says Islamabad is ready to facilitate talks between Iran and the United States, citing its role in securing ceasefires. Iran's ambassador confirms negotiations are ongoing, while Pakistan also maintains contact with Moscow over the Iran crisis.
The US military says it intercepted Iranian missiles and drones aimed at Kuwait and Bahrain, while conducting self-defense strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island. The attacks mark an escalation in the Gulf conflict despite a ceasefire, with Kuwait reporting damage at its international airport and diplomatic fallout.
The Azad Jammu and Kashmir government has proscribed the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) and issued a travel advisory urging visitors to leave the region ahead of a major protest called for June 9. The move follows recent deadly clashes between protesters and law enforcement, with officials expressing concern over the escalating tensions.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to the 'Shanghai spirit' at an SCO meeting in Bishkek, calling for joint action against terrorism, organised crime, and cybercrime. He also signed agreements with Russia and held bilateral talks with several regional counterparts.
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of India's satirical Cockroach Janta Party, returned to New Delhi to lead a protest demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam irregularities. The movement, which has amassed over 22 million Instagram followers, marks a rare street mobilization of India's online youth dissent.
PML-N MPA Saqib Chadhar secured interim pre-arrest bail from a Lahore court after the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) registered a case against him for allegedly harassing and blackmailing actor Momina Iqbal. Iqbal has accused Chadhar of making threats after she rejected his marriage proposal. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has warned against any political pressure or exploitation of women in the case.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed gratitude to US President Donald Trump for his role in brokering a ceasefire with India, while US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth lauded Pakistan's diplomatic efforts at the Shangri-La Dialogue. The remarks highlight evolving US-Pakistan ties amid regional tensions.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump both made conciliatory statements about India on Friday, with Putin affirming that India's cooperation with the US will not harm its relations with Russia, and Trump expressing confidence in a trade deal with India while calling PM Modi a 'good friend'.
Pakistan's power regulator has notified a net reduction in electricity rates for June, followed by a larger cut for July and August, providing about Rs56 billion in cumulative relief. However, a separate fuel cost adjustment of Rs1.19 per unit for June partially offsets the savings, while a hearing revealed that a proposed fuel cost recovery of Rs1.73 per unit for July was under consideration due to war-related disruptions.