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MM Report BAGHDAD: The situation in the Middle East escalated further after attacks on two foreign oil tankers at Iraq’s Al-Faw port. According to Arab media outlet Al Jazeera, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia claimed to have intercepted Iranian missiles and drones in the skies. Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian outlined three key conditions to end the conflict: recognition of Iran’s legitimate rights, compensation for war damages, and strong international guarantees against future aggression. US President Donald Trump confirmed that the United States will ensure the protection of oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran warned that if…

MM Report NEW DEHLI: India has issued its strongest condemnation yet of last week’s attack on the commercial vessel Mayuree Naree, but diplomatic sources indicated on Thursday that the formal statement from the Ministry of External Affairs masked a deeper anxiety in New Delhi regarding the shifting nature of conflict in the Gulf of Oman. The Thai-flagged cargo ship, which was en route to the Indian port of Kandla, came under attack last Wednesday, leaving three of its 23 Thai crew members missing and presumed dead. While the MEA statement pointedly noted that “commercial ships are being made military targets,” regional…

Bahrain’s pursuit of the death penalty for six foreign nationals has ignited global concern, exposing deep anxieties over justice and due process amid escalating Gulf tensions MM Report MANAMA: Bahraini authorities demanded the death penalty for six foreign nationals, five of whom were Pakistani, in a case that immediately drew sharp criticism from human rights organisations and international observers. The defendants, named as Afzal Khan, Muhammad Moez Akbar, Ahmed Mumtaz, Abdul Rahman, Abdul Sattar, and Arsalan Sajid, along with Muhammad Israfil, a Bangladeshi national, were accused of filming sensitive sites that had reportedly been targeted by drones and Iranian missile…

News Desk TEHRAN: Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Seyed Abbas Araghchi has mocked the United States’ military campaign, calling it “Operation Epic Mistake” and warning that Iran still has “many surprises” in store. Posting on X, Araghchi said the US operation had triggered serious economic consequences. “Nine days into Operation Epic Mistake, oil prices have doubled while all commodities are skyrocketing,” he wrote, adding that Washington was allegedly planning strikes on Iran’s oil and nuclear facilities to control the resulting inflationary shock. “Iran is fully prepared. And we, too, have many surprises in store,” he added. Global financial…

MM Report TEHRAN: iran’s official media reported that the leadership of the country’s armed forces has pledged allegiance to the new supreme leader, mojtaba khamenei. According to iranian media, the revolutionary guards declared their readiness to follow and support the directives of the new supreme leader. Read More: https://metro-morning.com/iran-prepares-to-announce-new-supreme-leader-amid-escalating-strikes/ Meanwhile, the speaker of the iranian parliament welcomed the selection of mojtaba khamenei as supreme leader. In a statement, he said that following the new leader is both a religious and national duty for all citizens. mojtaba khamenei, son of the late ayatollah ali khamenei, has been officially named iran’s new…

MM Report AHMEDABAD: India created history in the cricketing world by defeating New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmedabad, claiming the championship for the third time. With this victory, India became the only team in the world to win the T20 World Cup three times. The team also set a record by winning consecutive T20 World Cups, successfully defending their title, a first in the tournament’s history. Additionally, India became the first home team to win the T20 World Cup, as no team had previously managed to lift the trophy on home soil. In the final, Indian…

MM Report TEHRAN: Iran is preparing to announce its new supreme leader following a week of intense United States and Israel air strikes that destroyed fuel depots and blanketed Tehran in thick smoke. The clerical body responsible for selecting the successor to the late Ali Khamenei, who was reportedly killed in the strikes that triggered the conflict, has already reached a decision but has not yet publicly revealed the name of the new leader. Ahmad Alamolhoda, a member of the Assembly of Experts, said the vote had taken place and the leader had been chosen. According to Iran’s Mehr News…

MM Report ISLAMABAD: A formal complaint has been filed against Zubair Nomani, Deputy Director Legal at the Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA), raising questions about the legality of his appointment and his conduct during tenure. The complaint, submitted by an internal employee, alleges that Nomani’s appointment under the Aghaz-e-Huqooq-e-Balochistan Package may have violated the rules intended to provide employment opportunities to candidates holding a Balochistan domicile. According to the submission, Nomani is reportedly from Punjab province, casting doubt over the authenticity of the domicile he used to secure the position. The complainant argued that such a misrepresentation, if…

MM Report ISLAMABAD, Mar 7: Russian crude oil will be supplied to Pakistan during the ongoing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, with 733,000 barrels expected to arrive soon at Port Qasim, Russian media reported. Experts cited by Russian outlets, including Dr Mamooda Salame, a global energy analyst, said Pakistan has traditionally relied on Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates for its oil supply, but the country has previously purchased Russian crude as well. According to the Pakistan Business Council, every 10% rise in global oil prices increases Pakistan’s current account deficit by $1.5–2 billion. Analysts warn that if…

News Desk TEHRAN: Iran has issued a stark warning that it will target Israel’s Dimona nuclear facility if the United States and Israel attempt regime change in the Islamic Republic, according to a semi-official report by ISNA on Wednesday. A senior Iranian military official cited by ISNA emphasized that Tehran would respond decisively to any foreign intervention or conspiracy aimed at toppling the Iranian government. The official specifically named the Dimona nuclear reactor in Israel as a potential target, underscoring Iran’s capability to strike key sites if war is imposed. “This is a clear warning: any attempts to impose regime…