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President Donald Trump said he has had 'very good talks' with Iran and that a deal is possible before his trip to China, while Tehran reviews a U.S. proposal. The U.S. paused a naval operation in the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran's leaders have expressed skepticism about the reported progress.
The last oil tanker from the Middle East has arrived in California, raising concerns about fuel supply and prices. State officials say current stocks can last six weeks, but imports from the Gulf have been disrupted by the US-Israeli war with Iran.
India's sports ministry announced on Wednesday that Pakistani athletes and teams may participate in multilateral events hosted by India, with a simplified visa process. However, bilateral sports events between the two nations remain banned. The decision comes as India prepares to host major international tournaments, including the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
Multiple media reports indicate that the US and Iran are negotiating a moratorium on uranium enrichment lasting more than a decade, with Washington pushing for strict conditions and Tehran proposing a shorter timeline. The talks, mediated by Pakistan, also cover the removal of enriched uranium stocks and potential sanctions relief.
Pakistan is preparing for a severe heatwave expected to hit southern and central regions from May 7-11, with temperatures potentially reaching 50°C. At least 10 deaths were reported in Karachi as the mercury hit 44.1°C, prompting emergency protocols and public advisories.
Iran reiterates that freedom of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz will only be restored after US and Israeli threats to the Islamic Republic are eliminated. As Washington pauses its escort operation pending talks, Tehran warns ships to use Iranian corridors, while Lithuania conditions its participation in a maritime coalition on a peace deal.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Operation Epic Fury, the US-Israeli offensive against Iran, has concluded after achieving its objectives. However, clashes in the Strait of Hormuz and conflicting claims between Washington, Tehran, and the UAE suggest the ceasefire remains fragile.
The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has left hundreds of vessels stranded and sent shockwaves through the global economy. Iran continues to signal it will strike ships not using its approved route, while the US naval blockade and a new initiative to reopen the waterway face significant hurdles. Analysts say the standoff could persist, with Iran willing to endure economic pain and seeking alternative trade routes.
One year after the four-day Pakistan-India conflict, Dawn's retrospective coverage details the missile strikes, aerial battles, and US-brokered ceasefire, while analyzing the military technology and strategic shifts that emerged from the confrontation.
Nearly 30 Democratic lawmakers, led by Rep. Joaquin Castro, have sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the Trump administration to end its longstanding policy of ambiguity and publicly acknowledge Israel’s nuclear weapons program. The request comes amid the ongoing US-Israel military campaign against Iran, with lawmakers arguing that secrecy undermines nonproliferation efforts and increases the risk of nuclear escalation.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing, days before US President Donald Trump’s scheduled visit. Discussions centered on the Strait of Hormuz, with China calling for its swift reopening and a comprehensive ceasefire.
The US and Iran exchanged attacks in and around the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington launching 'Project Freedom' to reopen the waterway and Tehran accusing the US of reckless military action. The UAE reported intercepting Iranian missiles and drones, while the US said it sank six Iranian boats. Both sides deny each other's accounts of the clashes.
Iranian missile and drone strikes on the UAE, targeting civilian infrastructure including the Fujairah energy hub, have drawn widespread international condemnation. Saudi Arabia, Qatar, France, Germany, and other nations called for de-escalation and a return to diplomacy, while Iran defended the attacks citing US military actions.
The conflict between US-Israel and Iran has triggered a global oil shock, with the Strait of Hormuz at the center. Pakistan faces soaring fuel prices and a ballooning import bill, while India projects slower growth. Analysts warn of long-term economic vulnerabilities.
China’s state broadcaster has unveiled a full-scale export model of the J-35A fighter jet, with analysts pointing to Pakistan as the most likely buyer. Pakistan has confirmed an initial agreement for the J-35, though details remain undisclosed, and delivery timelines are speculative.
Pakistan Navy and Maritime Security Agency provided humanitarian assistance to an Indian offshore tug and supply vessel with six Indians and one Indonesian onboard after a technical fault in the Arabian Sea. The rescue followed a request from Mumbai's Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre.
An explosion and fire aboard the HMM Namu, a Panama-flagged bulk carrier, in the Strait of Hormuz was extinguished with no injuries among the 24 crew members. The cause remains under investigation, with South Korean officials expecting a multi-day analysis. Iran has denied any military involvement, while U.S. President Trump suggested Tehran had taken shots at the vessel.
The US and Iran exchanged fire over the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, with Washington launching a naval operation to reopen the waterway and Tehran responding with attacks on ships and a UAE port. A fragile ceasefire appeared to be at risk as both sides reported strikes and denied the other's claims.
The UAE said its air defenses intercepted a barrage of Iranian missiles and drones on May 4, 2026, while a drone strike sparked a fire at the Fujairah oil zone, injuring three Indian nationals. The attack came amid a fragile US-Iran ceasefire and heightened tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps navy has released a new map of the Strait of Hormuz, marking an expanded area of control that includes parts of the UAE coastline. Shipping remains at a standstill as the US begins a naval operation to restore navigation, but the industry says it has received no guidance and the security situation is unchanged.