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Iranian media has confirmed that Ali Shamkhani, senior adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is alive, refuting earlier claims made by Israel that he was killed during the initial wave of Israeli airstrikes on Iran. The rumors of Shamkhani’s death had circulated widely following Israeli strikes, with several outlets reporting his martyrdom. However, Iranian state media now confirms that Shamkhani survived the attacks. In a public message, Shamkhani stated, “I am alive and ready to sacrifice my life for Iran.” According to reports, he was seriously injured during the Israeli assault but has since recovered and is now in…

For the second consecutive year, Israel has been listed in the United Nations’ annual report on grave violations against children in conflict zones, highlighting the growing scrutiny of its military actions in the occupied Palestinian territory. The 2024 edition of the report, now in its 24th year, documents 41,370 verified grave violations against children worldwide — including killings, maiming, and attacks on schools and hospitals. Of these, more than 8,000 violations — approximately 20 percent — were attributed to Israeli forces. According to the annex of the report, Israel remains on the list as a “party that kills and maims…

Crude oil prices dropped on Friday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced he would delay a decision on whether the United States would join Israel’s military campaign against Iran, easing immediate fears of an expanded Middle East war. Speaking through White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, Trump said he would take the next two weeks to consider potential negotiations with Iran before deciding on military involvement. “If there’s a chance for diplomacy, the president’s always going to grab it,” Leavitt stated. “But he’s not afraid to use strength as well.” Trump’s remarks came amid rising tensions following a week of deadly strikes exchanged…

Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued an alert regarding the weather situation in Punjab, warning of the start of pre-monsoon rains from this evening. According to a PDMA spokesperson, several districts across Punjab are expected to experience rain, dust storms, and strong winds. The forecast indicates that the spell of inclement weather will continue until June 23. Rain is expected in Rawalpindi, Murree, Galyat, Attock, Chakwal, Gujrat, Jhelum, and Gujranwala. Showers are also likely in Lahore, Faisalabad, Sialkot, Narowal, Sargodha, Jhang, and Mianwali. Southern Punjab districts, including Multan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Bahawalpur, and Bahawalnagar are also forecast to receive…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel no longer seeks regime change in Iran, clarifying that toppling the Iranian government is not among Israel’s objectives. In an interview with Israeli media, Netanyahu emphasized, “Our primary goal is to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.” He added that “halting Iran’s missile program is our second objective.” He reiterated that while Israel remains vigilant about Iran’s military ambitions, “regime change in Iran is not part of our agenda.” The remarks reflect a shift in Israel’s stance, focusing on containment rather than direct political intervention in Iran.

US President Donald Trump is expected to decide within the next two weeks whether the United States will engage militarily in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, the White House said on Wednesday. In a statement to reporters, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Trump was weighing the possibility of US involvement, citing the potential for diplomatic engagement with Tehran. “Based on the fact that there’s a substantial chance of negotiations that may or may not take place with Iran in the near future, I will make my decision whether or not to go within the next two weeks,” Leavitt…

Acclaimed actor Mahira Khan has once again captured public attention — not through a film or television project this time, but through a stylised Instagram post that pays homage to the fashion and music of a bygone era. The post, which quickly went viral, features the Raees actor elegantly lip-syncing to the romantic classic Main Te Mera Dilbar Jani, sung by the late melody queen Madam Noor Jehan. Dressed in a 90s-inspired pink ensemble by Sadaf Fawad Khan Studio, Mahira Khan is seen striking poetic poses — reclining on a bed with books, gazing at her reflection in the mirror, and adorned with…

The ninth China-South Asia Expo opened on Thursday in Kunming, the capital of southwest China’s Yunnan Province, with a focus on strengthening trade ties, fostering innovation and deepening regional cooperation. Held under the theme “Solidarity and Coordination for Common Development,” the five-day event has attracted participants from more than 70 countries and international organizations, including full representation from all South and Southeast Asian nations. This year, Sri Lanka is featured as the guest of honor. “China is a great market for us. We’ve brought products ranging from wood carvings and tea to various ornaments,” said Arun Hemachandra, Sri Lanka’s deputy…

A group of Chinese researchers has developed a cocktail hydrogel that promotes the regeneration of the neurovascular unit and repairs damaged brain tissue, offering a significant theoretical foundation and innovative strategies for cell replacement therapy for cortical brain injuries. Human neural progenitor cell (NPC) transplantation holds great promise for treating traumatic brain injuries. However, it faces major challenges, including low cell survival rates, unclear differentiation pathways and limited functional integration efficiency. Researchers at the Guangzhou Institutes of Biomedicine and Health under the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a new cocktail hydrogel featuring a three-dimensional scaffold structure with biomimetic properties.…

Fu Cong, China’s permanent representative to the United Nations, said China is deeply concerned about the potential escalation of tensions in the Middle East in an exclusive interview with China Media Group on Thursday. Fu said the overwhelming mainstream view of the international community is that both Israel and Iran should immediately implement a ceasefire and protect civilians. Noting that nuclear issues can only be resolved through negotiations, Fu said, in this spirit, the UN Security Council needs to take concrete action on these fronts.