Middle East
Why the SCO Summit in Kyrgyzstan Is More Important Than Ever for Indian Diplomacy and BRICS Countries Summit
The 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit is being held in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, bringing together the leaders of India, Russia, China, Iran, Pakistan and other member states.
IRGC Claims Missile and Drone Strikes on US Military Bases in Jordan and the UAE in Retaliation for US Attack on Iran’s Larak Island
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and military have claimed that Iran launched missile and drone attacks against US military facilities in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in retaliation for a recent US airstrike on Iran’s Larak Island.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Calls on Muslim World to Unite and Build a Stronger Front Against the US and Israel
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has called on the Muslim world to remain united and build a stronger position against the United States and Israel, saying divisions among Muslims serve the interests of their adversaries.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Reaffirms Full Support for Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, Vows to Move the Country Forward
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s Cabinet has reaffirmed its full support and loyalty to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, while pledging to advance the country on a stronger and more unified path.
President Masoud Pezeshkian Pledges Full Support for Domestic Solar Panel Manufacturers to Meet Iran’s Power Demand and Strengthen Energy Security
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has pledged full government support for domestic solar panel manufacturers and investors in the renewable energy sector, saying there will be no restrictions on supporting investment and expanding domestic production.
South Africa Ready to Cooperate With Iran on Legal Action Against the United States and Israel Over Alleged International Crimes
South Africa is prepared to cooperate with Iran in pursuing legal action against the United States and Israel over alleged international crimes, according to a statement made by a member of the South African legal delegation at the 11th BRICS Legal Forum 2026 in New Delhi.
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir Arrives in Tehran as Diplomatic Efforts Intensify to De-escalate Iran–U.S. Conflict
Pakistan’s Army Chief and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has arrived in Tehran as part of diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions in the ongoing Iran–U.S. conflict and promote regional peace and security. He was accompanied by Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi.
Iran Is Currently in a Position of Strength and Dignity, the World Recognizes Iran’s Victory — President Masoud Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for an end to the ongoing war in West Asia. He said the world recognizes Iran’s “victory” and that ending the war while Iran remains in a position of “strength and dignity” would be more advantageous for Tehran.
If Oman Interferes in Talks on Ending the War with Iran and Navigation Through the Strait of Hormuz, We’ll Bomb Them” — President Trump Threatens
US President Donald Trump has threatened to launch a bombing attack on Oman if Muscat obstructs discussions on ending the war with Iran and restoring navigation through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
The Islamic Republic of Iran Achieved Victory Both on the Battlefield and at the Negotiating Table — Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf has said that the Islamic Republic of Iran achieved success on both the military and diplomatic fronts in its conflict with the United States and Israel. He described the memorandum of understanding (MoU) reached between Iran and the United States in Islamabad as a significant diplomatic achievement for Tehran, strengthening Iran’s position on the diplomatic front.
U.S. Intelligence Could Not Verify Israeli Warnings of Iranian Plots to Assassinate President Donald Trump — Reuters
U.S. intelligence agencies were unable to independently verify several warnings received from Israel concerning alleged Iranian plots to assassinate President Donald Trump, Reuters reported. Citing current and former U.S. officials, the report said some of the intelligence was assessed by U.S. agencies as “low confidence.”
Could Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir Become the ‘Islamic NATO’ Commander? Turkey Says Military Chiefs Will Play a Key Role
The potential military leadership structure of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye has come under renewed attention. Türkiye’s Ministry of Defence has said that a coordinated political and military framework will be established involving the three countries’ defence ministers, foreign ministers, and military chiefs.
President Donald Trump Confirms Secret Plane Switch in Türkiye Amid Fears of a Possible Iranian Attack
Amid fears of a possible Iranian attack, U.S. President Donald Trump was secretly transferred to another military aircraft after leaving a NATO summit in Türkiye last month, according to U.S. media reports. Trump himself confirmed the move on Tuesday, saying that he switched planes on the instructions of the Secret Service and the U.S. military.