PK Affairs

Abbas Araghchi criticized Donald Trump over his remarks about influencing Iran’s leadership. He said it is ironic that Trump talks about choosing or influencing Iran’s leader when he cannot even appoint the governor or mayor of New York City in his own country. Araghchi called this attitude a contradiction in U.S. policy and rejected any foreign interference in Iran’s political leadership.

Pakistan says that more than 500 Afghan Taliban militants have been killed in recent airstrikes as clashes and military operations continue in the region.

The government has increased the price of petrol and high-speed diesel by Rs 55 per litre. The new ex-depot price of petrol is Rs 321.17 per litre, while high-speed diesel has been set at Rs 335.86 per litre for the coming week. The announcement was made by Ali Pervaiz Malik during a press conference with Ishaq Dar and Muhammad Aurangzeb.

Iranian President’s Message to Gulf Countries: “We Had No Choice but to Respond to U.S. and Israeli Attacks.”

The body of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s assassinated Supreme Leader, will be placed on public display in Tehran beginning Wednesday night, marking the formal start of national funeral ceremonies.

The announcement comes as Iran intensifies retaliatory strikes against Israel and U.S. military installations across the region.

According to Iran’s state television, the public viewing will continue for three days. It will take place at a major compound in central Tehran, a venue where the late leader frequently addressed large crowds and led congregational prayers.

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has strongly opposed what he described as the “destruction” unfolding in the Middle East, warning against further escalation in the region. His remarks came after U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly threatened to restrict trade with Spain over Madrid’s stance on tensions involving Iran.

In a televised address to the nation, Sánchez cautioned against reckless decision-making in times of crisis.

“Major humanitarian catastrophes begin this way,” he said. “You cannot play Russian roulette with the fate of millions of people.”

Tensions between the two NATO allies intensified after Sánchez labeled the U.S. and Israeli bombing of Iran as irresponsible and unlawful. He later announced a ban on the use of naval and air bases in southern Spain by American aircraft for operations against Tehran, further straining diplomatic relations between Madrid and Washington.

China Calls for Immediate End to War Against Iran.

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a telephone conversation on Tuesday with his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa’ar, urging an immediate end to the ongoing war against Iran.

During the call, Wang Yi emphasized that Beijing strongly opposes the military actions carried out by the United States and Israel against Iran. He reiterated China’s stance that escalating tensions and the use of force will only deepen instability in the region.

▶️ U.S. Navy will ensure tanker security in the Strait of Hormuz if necessary: Trump

▶️ ‘The United States will guarantee the free flow of energy supplies worldwide under all circumstances.’

The United States reportedly spends $3 million to shoot down a drone that costs only $2,000.

Iran is producing 500 drones per day.

Iran currently has 80,000 drones in its arsenal.

Chinese technology is reportedly being used.

For Us, There is No Superpower Except Allah.
Iran Foreign Minister

Somalia in Talks to Acquire 24 JF-17 Thunder Jets from Pakistan.
Deal Aims to Strengthen Somalia’s Air Defense Capabilities