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Iran has confirmed its participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, putting to rest earlier uncertainty surrounding its involvement. The announcement comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions with the United States. The Iranian government has declared that its national football team is fully prepared to take part in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Officials say all necessary arrangements have been completed to ensure the team’s participation. This statement clarifies earlier conflicting reports, including remarks attributed to Iran’s Sports Minister suggesting possible non-participation. Govt ensures full support for team Speaking to state media, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajrani said the Ministry of Sports and Youth has finalized…

A long-awaited breakthrough has been achieved as the Asian Development Bank and National Highway Authority reach an agreement for the construction of the M-6 Motorway. The project is being described as a major step toward strengthening Pakistan’s transport and trade infrastructure. The agreement between the Asian Development Bank and National Highway Authority marks a significant milestone for the long-delayed M-6 Motorway project. Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan welcomed the development and congratulated the nation on the progress. He said the project, which had remained stalled for nearly 30 years, has now been initiated within two years and is expected to be completed in the next two years. ‘Missing…

Iran has firmly rejected claims of internal divisions within its leadership, calling them “lies” amid renewed diplomatic momentum with the United States. The response comes as Washington signals a possible second round of talks in the coming days. Mehdi Tabatabaei, deputy for communications at the Iranian president’s office, pushed back against suggestions that Tehran’s leadership is fractured. His remarks followed comments by Donald Trump, who said a ceasefire extension would allow a “fractured” Iran to present a unified proposal. Tabatabaei, without naming Trump directly, accused the “enemy” of spreading “political propaganda.” ‘Unity is unprecedented,’ says Tehran In a statement posted on X,…

US President Donald Trump has suggested that a second round of talks between Washington and Tehran could happen as early as Friday. The remarks come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts led by Pakistan to ease rising tensions and restart negotiations. In an interview with the New York Post, Donald Trump said “good news” regarding renewed US-Iran negotiations could emerge within days. Responding to a text query, he added, “It’s possible!” when asked about the timing of a second round of talks. Pakistan intensifies mediation efforts Sources in Islamabad say diplomatic engagement between the US and Iran has increased significantly. According to Pakistani officials, discussions could take place within the next…

Actor Rajpal Yadav, best known for his comedy roles in Bollywood, has addressed his much-discussed legal case that briefly landed him in jail. Speaking publicly for the first time in detail, he says the controversy surrounding him is being misunderstood and is “not as simple as money.” Rajpal Yadav has once again spoken about the cheque bounce case that brought legal trouble and damaged his public image this year. In a recent appearance on Shubhankar Mishra’s podcast, he pushed back against the belief that he avoided repaying money despite a long acting career. He insisted that his imprisonment was not due to…

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 8 is already drawing attention for what it may not change. Early leaks suggest the company could once again keep charging speeds and battery size largely unchanged. The development raises questions about how competitive the device will feel in 2026. A new leak indicates that the Galaxy Z Flip 8 will continue to support 25W wired charging, the same speed used since the Galaxy Z Flip 4. The detail comes from a Korean source via Naver, which claims the specification has now been “confirmed” along with earlier rumours about battery details. If accurate, this means Samsung is…

Kusal Mendis once again rose to the occasion for Peshawar Zalmi against Karachi Kings, ensuring the 2017 champions remained unbeaten in the ongoing Pakistan Super League at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on Wednesday. Karachi Kings, after electing to bat first, posted 182 for nine in their allotted 20 overs. Jason Roy led the innings with a commanding 85 off 51 balls, striking 11 fours and two sixes. Azam Khan added a brisk 35, while Khushdil Shah contributed 12 from seven deliveries. Ali Raza proved the pick of the bowlers for Zalmi, claiming four wickets for 41 runs, while Mohammad Basit,…

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have seized two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian media reported that one vessel, MSC Francesca, is owned by Israel, while the other was sailing under a Panamanian flag. Both vessels are being moved from open waters towards the Iranian coast. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency stated that three vessels came under fire in the Strait of Hormuz earlier in the day; however, the ships and their crews remained unharmed. The agency reported that a vessel was also attacked 15 nautical miles off the coast of Oman. An Iranian Revolutionary Guards gunboat attempted to…

India has been the worst affected by rising tensions between the United States and Iran. According to estimates by the United Nations, a further 2.5 million people in India may fall below the poverty line as a result of the conflict. A report by Al Jazeera said that food and energy prices in India have doubled. Factories are closing due to gas shortages, while inflation continues to rise. Employees in several companies have taken to the streets in protest. Should the blockade persist, millions more in India may be affected.

The first meeting between foreign ministers and defense ministers of China and Cambodia under the “2+2” strategic dialogue mechanism was held in Phnom Penh, capital of Cambodia, on Wednesday, aiming at enhancing bilateral cooperation in various fields. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Defense Minister Dong Jun co-chaired the meeting with Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn and Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Tea Seiha. The two sides exchanged in-depth views on bilateral relations, cooperation on political and defense security issues, and international and regional situations, reaching a broad consensus. Wang…