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Pakistan’s role as mediator between the US and Iran tied to Chinese influence: Report

IANS | May 26, 2026 9:38 PM

Tel Aviv, May 26 (IANS) Pakistan is not brokering peace between the United States and Iran from a neutral position, but from within China’s strategic orbit. While Islamabad may present itself as a mediator between Tehran and Washington amid the West Asia conflict, the strategic shadow behind its role is defined by Chinese influence, a report has highlighted.

India’s energy security and strategic diversification in Gulf seen as ‘rational policy’: Report

IANS | May 26, 2026 9:28 PM

Sofia, May 26 (IANS) As India’s footprint in the Gulf continues to expand, particularly through the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the deepening partnership highlights growing strategic convergence in a region already under strain. The engagement with the UAE extends beyond trade, intersecting intra-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) tension, the evolving Gulf security architecture, and established regional partnerships, a report has highlighted.

Pakistan: In yet another case of honour killing, young couple shot dead in Karachi

IANS | May 26, 2026 9:13 PM

Islamabad, May 26 (IANS) A young couple, who got married of their own choice, were shot dead by unidentified assailants in Malir area of Pakistan's Karachi, local media reported on Tuesday.

India slams 'unwarranted references' on J&K in Pak-China joint statement

IANS | May 26, 2026 8:55 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) India on Tuesday slammed the "unwarranted references" to Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir in the Joint Statement issued by China and Pakistan following a meeting between the leaders of the two countries in Beijing, reiterating once again that no other country has the locus standi to comment on the same.

UK issues heat health alerts across region amid rising temperatures

IANS | May 26, 2026 8:28 PM

London, May 26 (IANS) The UK government on Tuesday issued Heat-Health Alerts (HHA) across England amid rising temperatures across the country.

India and Japan continue cooperation in realising strong and prosperous Indo-Pacific

IANS | May 26, 2026 8:20 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi on Tuesday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, reaffirming during the discussions the vital role being played by the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership in advancing peace and stability across the Indo-Pacific.

Australian Foreign Minister calls on PM Modi, discusses growing strategic ties

IANS | May 26, 2026 8:09 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Tuesday called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, holding discussions on the growing India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in various sectors.

Self-described 'neutral' Pakistan quietly aligning with forces driving instability: Report

IANS | May 26, 2026 7:00 PM

Tel Aviv, May 26 (IANS) Insisting that the United States should no longer regard Pakistan as a “dependable strategic partner”, a report has highlighted that a nuclear-armed state accused of assisting Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), sheltering Iranian reconnaissance assets, and sustaining a decades-long history of proxy linkages cannot credibly be considered a reliable partner of regional security.

IDF accuses Hezbollah of violating ceasefire again, plans military action in Lebanon's Nabatiyeh

IANS | May 26, 2026 6:51 PM

Jerusalem, May 26 (IANS) Citing Hezbollah's violation of the ceasefire agreement as a reason, the Israel Defence Force (IDF) on Tuesday warned residents in the Lebanese city of Nabatiyeh to evacuate to safer areas.

India an important, indispensable partner for Japan: MOFA Press Secretary

IANS | May 26, 2026 6:31 PM

Tokyo/New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) India remains an important and indispensable partner for Japan in realising a free and open Indo-Pacific, spokesperson of Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) stated in New Delhi on Tuesday.

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Pakistan’s role as mediator between the US and Iran tied to Chinese influence: Report

India’s energy security and strategic diversification in Gulf seen as ‘rational policy’: Report

Pakistan: In yet another case of honour killing, young couple shot dead in Karachi

India slams 'unwarranted references' on J&K in Pak-China joint statement

UK issues heat health alerts across region amid rising temperatures

India and Japan continue cooperation in realising strong and prosperous Indo-Pacific

Australian Foreign Minister calls on PM Modi, discusses growing strategic ties

Self-described 'neutral' Pakistan quietly aligning with forces driving instability: Report

IDF accuses Hezbollah of violating ceasefire again, plans military action in Lebanon's Nabatiyeh

India an important, indispensable partner for Japan: MOFA Press Secretary

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