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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
Science
China names 2 Pakistani astronauts chosen to train for space station mission
Partnership shows Beijing’s attitude to ‘sharing the fruit of its space development’ with international community, state media says.
22 Apr 2026 - 9:19PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
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How China’s patient diplomacy can help secure peace in Iran
22 Apr 2026 - 8:30PM
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Food and agriculture
Asia braces for food shortages as ‘super El Nino’ and Iran war collide
22 Apr 2026 - 5:06PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Shifting Saudi ties: what role could China take after Iran war is over?
Caught between Washington and Tehran, Riyadh may shift towards self-reliance and diversifying partnerships, observers note.
22 Apr 2026 - 12:00PM
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Middle East
Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire, testing Lebanon truce as talks loom
The incidents are among several that have occurred since a 10-day Lebanon ceasefire came into effect last Thursday.
22 Apr 2026 - 3:10PM
Taiwan
Trump effect? Taiwan poll reveals deep doubts about US military protection
Results also suggest a more pragmatic public mood on cross-strait relations, with many respondents favouring dialogue over confrontation.
22 Apr 2026 - 10:00AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Iran war latest: Trump’s new threat, IRGC attacks ship, fuel prices hit flights
US president’s ceasefire extension followed by threats to ‘blow up’ rest of Iran, as Tehran refuses to join peace talks while Hormuz blockade continues.
22 Apr 2026 - 8:34PM
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IPO
Victory Giant skyrockets after biggest Hong Kong IPO this year
The Nvidia supplier jumped on its trading debut, underscoring demand for AI hardware stocks and the resilience of Hong Kong IPO demand amid Middle East upheavals.
21 Apr 2026 - 5:12PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Trump, Iran and the Strait of Hormuz: here’s what happened overnight
A two-week ceasefire is about to expire, and it’s not clear if Tehran will show up for a second round of talks.
21 Apr 2026 - 7:36PM
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US and Iran warn they are ready for war as clock ticks on ceasefire end
As talks remain in limbo, a key Iranian figure says the Islamic Republic is ready to ‘show new cards on the battlefield’.
21 Apr 2026 - 4:03PM
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Middle East
Defying Hezbollah, Lebanon’s president seeks end to hostilities with Israel talks
Ambassadors are set to meet in Washington on Thursday as President Aoun hopes to ‘save Lebanon’ amid a fragile ceasefire.
21 Apr 2026 - 7:41PM
US, Israel war on Iran
US-Iran talks in the air as high-seas ship seizure reignites Hormuz tensions
Pakistan scrambles to save talks in Islamabad following the US military’s seizure of an Iranian-flagged vessel.
20 Apr 2026 - 9:57PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
What the US-Iran ‘fight-talk’ dynamic means before their ceasefire ends
Meanwhile, China expresses ‘concern’ over America’s interception of Iranian-flagged cargo ship in Gulf of Oman.
20 Apr 2026 - 7:32PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Iran war escalates as Houthis threaten to sever Saudi oil exports
Targets reportedly include a Saudi pipeline to the Red Sea, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and a UAE export terminal at Fujairah, outside the Gulf.
20 Apr 2026 - 8:36PM
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Iran keen on deal with US but has higher ‘pain tolerance’: think tank chief
Mohamed Amersi, who is close to Iranian negotiators, says regime is prepared for long haul and will not give up its missile programme.
20 Apr 2026 - 4:10AM
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Turkey’s Erdogan urges Iran, US to use ceasefire to push for lasting peace
At the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Turkey, Erdogan also stressed the importance of acting with ‘prudent understanding’ to end the Iran war.
17 Apr 2026 - 11:20PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Iran, US say Strait of Hormuz is fully open to commercial vessels
Move eases oil fears, but US’ Iran blockade remains amid questions over enforcement and China’s role, as Trump claims to have ended 10 wars.
18 Apr 2026 - 7:47AM
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Lebanon becomes key to Iran-US peace talks amid fears of Israel’s ‘hegemony’
Pakistan is the regional go-between to help maintain the 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon and push for a conclusive deal to end the Iran war.
17 Apr 2026 - 9:00PM
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Science
China’s space station crew to ‘maximise opportunities’ with extra month in orbit
The Shenzhou-21 astronauts were embroiled in drama last year after their probe was used in an emergency mission for the previous crew.
17 Apr 2026 - 6:31PM
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Energy
Pakistan oil tanker becomes first to exit through Hormuz since US blockade began
Transits through the narrow waterway have been mostly in single digits since US and Israeli strikes began at the end of February.
17 Apr 2026 - 3:38PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Will China arm Iran during the ceasefire?
Pentagon says Beijing offered assurances as US tightens blockade and warns Tehran talks could quickly give way to renewed strikes.
17 Apr 2026 - 6:17AM
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US-China relations
Trump-Xi summit worries, new fertiliser woes: 7 US-China relations reads
From soybeans and tariffs to Chinese-American plays, here are highlights from our US correspondents in early April 2026.
16 Apr 2026 - 10:00PM
India
Opinion
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Why India feels exposed by Pakistan’s diplomacy in Iran war
Pakistan, with its contested reputation, leapt into diplomatic action while India, despite its heft and concerns, was absent from the frame.
16 Apr 2026 - 11:11PM
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European Union
Europe running low on jet fuel, stoking fears of flight cancellations
IEA executive director Birol said the Hormuz blockade-induced energy crisis will hit nations including Japan, China and India harder.
16 Apr 2026 - 7:44PM
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Fact-Check
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This video of ‘Iran capturing US pilot’ was filmed in Pakistan
The conflict in the Middle East has led to videos being shared out of context by social media users.
16 Apr 2026 - 3:20PM
US, Israel war on Iran
China’s Wang Yi calls on Iran to ensure freedom and safe passage through strait
In phone call with Iran’s top envoy, China’s foreign minister says situation is at ‘critical stage of transition between conflict and peace’.
16 Apr 2026 - 2:52PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Lebanon’s president refuses talks with Israel amid Trump’s peace push
The Lebanese leader said Beirut’s position is that a ceasefire should precede negotiations.
16 Apr 2026 - 11:17PM
Middle East
Letters
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Iran war is not just a short-term energy disruption
Readers discuss a possible motivation behind the war, Pakistan’s role as a mediator, and Republican silence in the face of the US president’s actions.
16 Apr 2026 - 11:30AM
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