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Economic ruin, muzzled media: Pakistan’s opposition fires “incompetence” broadside at federal govt
May 3, 2026Islamabad , May 3 (ANI): The opposition in Pakistan has launched a comprehensive attack on the federal government, alleging a complete failure to manage spiralling inflation and a systemic crackdown on media liberties, according to a... -
Philippines to deploy aircraft, ships to push back Chinese drone mothership, research vessels
May 3, 2026Manila , May 3 (ANI): The Philippine Coast Guard on Sunday announced it will deploy aircraft and vessels to challenge and drive away four Chinese research vessels detected operating in waters claimed by the Philippines, with... -
“Defensive and justified”: China issues formal injunction to block “illegal” US sanctions on domestic refiners
May 3, 2026Beijing , May 3 (ANI): The Chinese government has issued a formal injunction to block US sanctions directed at five domestic refiners, including the Hengli Petrochemical Refinery, accused by Washington of purchasing Iranian oil.China Daily, a... -
White House appoints Nick Stewart as adviser to diplomatic team for Iran peace talks
May 3, 2026Washington, DC , May 3 (ANI): The White House has confirmed the appointment of Nick Stewart as an adviser to the diplomatic team tasked with negotiating an end to the ongoing conflict with Iran, according to... -
“Truth-tellers must be safe”: UN Chief warns of “unacceptable impunity” as global press freedom hits 25-year low
May 3, 2026New York , May 3 (ANI): UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has issued a stark warning on World Press Freedom Day, highlighting the escalating dangers faced by media professionals globally and asserting that without a free press,... -
Pakistan’s economy gasps as Middle East war ignites double-digit inflation
May 3, 2026Karachi , May 3 (ANI): Pakistan's struggling economy is set to remain gripped by double-digit inflation if global oil prices continue to surge amid the persistent Middle East crisis, according to a report by Dawn. Analysts... -
Iranian supertanker ‘HUGE’ bypasses US blockade with USD 220 million oil cargo, says TankerTrackers
May 3, 2026Jakarta , May 3 (ANI): A Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) belonging to the National Iranian Tanker Company has successfully bypassed the US Navy to reach the Asia-Pacific, transporting over 1.9 million barrels of crude oil... -
CENTCOM chief visits USS Tripoli in Arabian Sea amid ongoing naval blockade
May 3, 2026Florida , May 3 (ANI): US Central Command chief Admiral Brad Cooper visited sailors and Marines on board the America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli in the Arabian Sea during a trip to the command's area... -
Italy warns Iran against nuclear “red line” as Tehran floats 14-point regional peace plan
May 3, 2026Rome , May 3 (ANI): Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani expressed deep apprehension regarding the escalating tensions across the Middle East during a telephone conversation with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi.In a statement shared o......Read More -
Tehran submits 14-point counter-proposal to US through Pakistani intermediary to end regional conflict
May 3, 2026Tehran , May 3 (ANI): A 14-point response to a proposal from the United States has been submitted by Tehran, state media outlet Tasnim news agency reported on Saturday. The Iranian proposal, which was reportedly delivered...
