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Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has declared that Pakistan has emerged as a 'peacemaker' following its role in facilitating an agreement between the US and Iran. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's first foreign visit after the conflict was to Pakistan, where he expressed gratitude for Islamabad's mediation efforts.
The United States and Iran exchanged military strikes in the Gulf region, with Washington responding to an alleged Iranian drone attack on a cargo ship and Tehran retaliating against US targets. The escalation threatens a fragile ceasefire agreed in mid-June, though reports indicate both sides have agreed to halt attacks and meet in Qatar for talks.
Rescue teams and volunteers continue searching for survivors in Venezuela after twin earthquakes struck La Guaira, with death toll estimates ranging from 920 to over 3,300. International aid has arrived, while officials have militarized and restricted access to the hardest-hit region.
Israel and Lebanon have signed a US-mediated framework agreement in Washington, described as a first step toward ending hostilities and establishing lasting peace. The deal, which includes provisions for a ceasefire and Israeli troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon, has drawn mixed reactions from residents and analysts.
The Bank of Russia has set the official dollar rate at 77.0611 rubles for June 27-29, 2026, up 1 ruble and 42.64 kopecks from the previous figure. The euro and yuan also rose against the ruble.
Argentina have already secured top spot in Group J, and coach Lionel Scaloni is expected to rest key players for the final group match against Jordan. Lionel Messi will start on the bench but may feature later, while several players are in line for their World Cup debuts. Jordan, already eliminated, are playing for pride after two losses in their first World Cup.
International rescue teams and aid arrive in Venezuela nearly two days after twin earthquakes struck near Caracas, killing at least 920 people and leaving more than 50,000 missing. The United States sends a senior military official to coordinate relief, while the government declares a state of emergency and pledges a $200m reconstruction fund.
Iran's foreign ministry has condemned a joint statement by the US secretary of state and Gulf Cooperation Council foreign ministers, calling it 'interventionist, irresponsible and provocative'. Tehran dismissed US security commitments as rhetoric, rejected accusations over its nuclear and missile programs, and urged regional states to prevent third parties from using their territory against Iran.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 continues with a full slate of matches, including Brazil's opener against Morocco, the US facing Australia, and the final group-stage games in Groups G, H, and I. Mexico has become the first team to reach the knockout stage with a perfect record, while off-pitch stories include notable absences and visa issues.
Australia secured their place in the World Cup's round of 32 with a 0-0 draw against Paraguay, a result that delighted coach Tony Popovic. The match saw Popovic make six changes to the starting lineup, showcasing the squad's depth, but also highlighted a persistent lack of goals that could be a concern in the knockout phase.
Oil prices rose after an attack on a cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz and renewed US-Iran strikes, raising doubts about the return to normal shipping in the critical waterway. Brent crude saw gains across multiple trading sessions as geopolitical tensions persisted.
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, killing at least 235 people and injuring thousands, with rescue efforts underway in the hardest-hit La Guaira region. The U.S. pledged $150 million in aid and waived some sanctions, while Venezuelans abroad organized donation drives.
Ecuador secured a place in the World Cup's last 32 with a 2-1 comeback win over Germany, while Ivory Coast's victory over Curacao clinched second place in Group E. Curacao earned their first-ever World Cup point in a goalless draw against Ecuador, thanks to 15 saves by goalkeeper Eloy Room.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Gulf countries have 'zero support' for introducing a toll or fee system in the Strait of Hormuz, and that Washington categorically rejects any such payment scheme. A joint US–GCC statement also ruled out holding charges on transit through the strategic waterway, as the two sides stressed the need to reopen it for free navigation.
Oman and Iran are at odds over temporary shipping corridors in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned that only Tehran-designated routes are safe. The dispute, which threatens a fragile US-Iran ceasefire, centers on control of the strategic waterway and maritime fees.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has warned ships to use only Tehran-approved routes through the Strait of Hormuz, days after a US-Iran memorandum of understanding reopened the waterway. Shipowners are caught between conflicting instructions from Iran, the US, and Western insurers, with concerns over potential future tolls.
Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has rejected US claims that Tehran's unfrozen assets will be used to buy American agricultural goods, while US officials insist the funds will be spent on US products. The dispute highlights differing interpretations of the recent US-Iran framework agreement.
The group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has concluded, with the knockout rounds set to begin. The tournament has already set new records for total goals and attendance, and all Round of 32 pairings have been finalized.
Oil prices have dropped to levels not seen since before the Iran war began in late February, as traffic through the Strait of Hormuz gradually resumes following a US-Iran interim deal. The resumption has allowed stranded tankers, including Iraqi crude cargoes, to exit the Gulf, though analysts caution that a sustained recovery hinges on a final peace pact.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio concluded a Gulf tour with assurances that any deal with Iran would safeguard allies' security, as Gulf states fear the accord is too soft. He also denied reports that Israel is trying to undermine the agreement, while Iranian sources warn that US statements during the visit risk derailing the ceasefire.