Less than 24 hours after formally accepting a U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal for Gaza, Hamas now says it is still “reviewing” the plan, raising uncertainty over the implementation of a truce aimed at halting months of devastating conflict.
French President Emmanuel Macron issued a strong warning Friday that France could toughen its stance on Israel, including the possible imposition of sanctions against Israeli settlers, if humanitarian aid to Gaza continues to be obstructed.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian begins a two-day visit to Oman on Tuesday, during which 14 major cooperation deals are set to be signed, Iran’s envoy in Muscat said, calling the visit a potential turning point in already close political and economic ties.
Afghanistan is ramping up its regional diplomatic efforts, aiming to bolster both economic and security ties across Asia.
Afghanistan is stepping up calls for international climate support as NEPA chief Mawlawi Matiulhaq Khalis leads talks on rising food insecurity and water shortages, warning of severe environmental threats including Kabul’s looming groundwater crisis.
Syria’s General Directorate of Ports announced Thursday the signing of a significant memorandum of understanding (MoU) with China’s Fidi Contracting Company to develop over 1 million square meters across two key free trade zones, marking a major step in Syria’s bid to attract foreign investment.
Iran and the United States resumed nuclear negotiations in Rome on Friday, with uranium enrichment remaining the core sticking point in a bid to revive diplomacy and ease economic sanctions on Tehran.
The Israeli military announced on Thursday that it had intercepted two missiles launched from Yemen, as Iran-aligned Houthi forces stepped up their long-range attacks amid ongoing regional tensions.
The Pakistani people declared the country's army chief, General Asim Munir, a beloved strongman during the India-Pakistan Conflict.
New US intelligence indicates Israel may be preparing to strike Iranian nuclear facilities amid stalled diplomatic talks led by the Trump administration.
Qatar, Egypt, and the U.S. continue coordinated efforts to negotiate a ceasefire in Gaza amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian concerns.
Iran hosted the Tehran Dialogue Forum on May 18–19 with 200 delegates from 53 countries, showcasing its soft power through diplomacy while also highlighting military strength—an approach echoing the "smart power" concept of balancing dialogue and deterrence.
Iran will continue to enrich uranium regardless of whether a new nuclear agreement is reached with the United States, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Monday in a statement on social media platform X.
Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned a British diplomat in Tehran following the arrest of several Iranian nationals in the United Kingdom on espionage charges, state media reported on Monday.
Acting Minister of Water and Energy Abdul Latif Mansoor met with David Hill, the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Country Director for Afghanistan, to discuss strengthening cooperation on critical water and energy initiatives in the country.
Israel has reportedly proposed a 60-day ceasefire in the Gaza Strip in exchange for the release of half of the remaining living Israeli hostages held by Hamas, according to a report Sunday by Israeli public broadcaster KAN.
A large-scale ground operation has commenced in northern and southern Gaza, with reports of rising casualties and extensive damage to infrastructure. Efforts for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid access continue amid growing international concern.
A new round of Gaza ceasefire negotiations between Hamas and Israel is underway in Qatar's Doha, Hamas official Taher al-Nono told Reuters on Saturday.
The Tehran Dialogue Forum 2025, scheduled for May 18–19, will host 200 international guests, including 40 current and former European officials.
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