Multiple power centres engage in parallel diplomacy as conflict-hit West Asia sees fragile ceasefire, renewed talks, sanctions pressure and strong public mobilisation across the region.
Trump sharpens rhetoric against Pope Leo XIV amid Iran tensions, defending his stance on nuclear threats while the Vatican calls for peace and avoids political confrontation.
In a statement, Dr. Farooq said that the protests reflected the deep emotional anguish felt by many people in Jammu and Kashmir over the developments in Iran, a country with which the people of the region share long-standing cultural and spiritual connections.
UN agencies warned that attacks on schools violate international law as regional tensions escalated following coordinated US and Israeli strikes and Iran’s missile retaliation.
Fresh demonstrations across Tehran and Mashhad signal renewed student mobilisation in Iran, unfolding just as nuclear negotiations with Washington are set to restart in Switzerland.
"If the Americans violate Iran's sovereignty and territorial integrity, we will respond," an Iranian official said amid massive US military buildup.
The Iranian Supreme Leader further alleged that Trump himself intervened in the “unrest” and made statements to encourage the “rioters” by announcing military support.
Noting that it is closely watching the situation unfolding in Iran, India on Friday said it remains engaged with the US on an unconditional sanctions waiver for the crucial Chabahar Port project, which is valid until April 26, 2026.
According to CBS News, citing the official, there was a 72-hour diplomatic push to reduce inflammatory rhetoric and discourage military action that could escalate tensions and destabilise the region.
The US warned that “all options” remain open on Iran at the UN Security Council, while Tehran rejected escalation and Russia and China criticised Washington’s stance.
