Trump to skip son’s wedding as US weighs possible Iran strikes; Tehran says gaps remain deep
Fresh military strike planning by the Trump administration and Iran’s warning that talks remain distant have pushed West Asia tensions back to the brink.
Fresh military strike planning by the Trump administration and Iran’s warning that talks remain distant have pushed West Asia tensions back to the brink.
Pakistan’s role in Iran-US diplomacy appears to be expanding, with General Asim Munir expected in Tehran amid indirect negotiations and growing pressure from Washington.
As US-Iran negotiations advance, Trump signals Pakistan as a potential venue and cautions that the absence of a deal could see hostilities resume.
Munir's influence in Pakistan is evident from the fact that despite being thrashed by India during the Operation Sindoor, Pakistani government promoted him to the rank of Field Marshal.
New reports suggest Pakistan acted as a conduit for US-Iran talks, with questions emerging over its neutrality and upcoming direct negotiations in Islamabad.
Rising losses and multiple security challenges are putting pressure on Pakistan’s intelligence system, with leadership signalling tougher accountability and possible internal changes in the coming weeks.
Citing the mounting debt burden on the country, Pakistan PM hinted at the growing need for for alternative economic strategies.
The marriage function, as per reports, was attended by Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Punjab Province CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif, and other high-profile personalities.
India today unequivocally rejected the “baseless and unfounded allegations” by Pakistan linking New Delhi to a suicide bomb blast in Islamabad.
The change appears procedural on paper. But in reality it could extend Asim Munir's tenure beyond his scheduled retirement on November 28 and give legal recognition to his newly granted title Field Marshal.
