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U.S. Signals Optimism on Iran Talks as Ceasefire Deadline Nears

Islamabad— The United States said it was optimistic that peace talks with Iran would proceed in Pakistan this week, while

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Trump-Linked ‘Board of Peace’ Explores Gaza Logistics Role With DP World, FT Reports

Dubai — Representatives linked to Donald Trump have held discussions with DP World over potential involvement in managing supply chains

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UN succession race intensifies as four contenders face scrutiny amid global crises

United Nations— Four candidates will undergo public questioning by all 193 United Nations member states and civil society groups this

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Oil spikes, stocks retreat as Hormuz closure rattles markets

London — Oil prices surged while global equity futures slipped and the U.S. dollar strengthened on Monday after renewed tensions

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Iran alleges US ceasefire breach after ship seizure, threatens retaliation

Tehran — Iran accused the United States of violating a ceasefire after a U.S. naval vessel fired on and seized

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US, Philippines Forge Strategic Industrial Hub to Bolster Chip Supply Chains

Manila— The United States and the Philippines will build a 4,000-acre industrial hub in the Luzon Economic Corridor to strengthen

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China Signals Broader Trade Engagement with Italy Amid Push for Economic Cooperation

Beijing— China is willing to expand economic and trade cooperation with Italy across multiple sectors, Commerce Minister Wang Wentao said

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Asia stocks rally on Iran war de-escalation hopes, earnings momentum

Singapore— Asian equities rose on Thursday, with Japan’s benchmark hitting a record high, as optimism over a potential easing of

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U.S. warns of sanctions on buyers of Iranian oil as blockade tightens

Washington — The United States on Wednesday warned it could impose secondary sanctions on countries and financial institutions purchasing Iranian

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Vietnam Moves Closer to China Model as State Control Expands Ahead of Xi Meeting

Hanoi— Vietnam is increasingly aligning with China’s governance and economic model, tightening state control and adopting Beijing-style regulatory frameworks as

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