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News Desk MOSCOW: Asian countries including Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka are turning to Russian oil as the war in Iran disrupts global supplies, raising concerns that demand may soon outstrip availability, several sources including Russian officials said. Since the war in Ukraine prompted European customers—once the largest buyers of Russian oil and gas—to shun Moscow, India and China have accounted for roughly 80 percent of Russian oil exports, with Turkey also emerging as a significant buyer. In recent weeks, however, a growing number of Asian nations have signaled their interest, according to multiple reports and Russian…

News Desk DHAKA: At least 18 people, including 6 men, 10 women, and 2 children, died after a bus plunged into the Padma River in Bangladesh. According to local police, the bus was traveling from Rajbari to Dhaka with around 50 passengers on board. The incident occurred when the bus lost balance while boarding a ferry and fell into the river. Some passengers managed to swim to the riverbank, according to local media reports. #Bangladesh #PadmaRiver #BusAccident #TragicIncident #RajbariToDhaka #FatalAccident #RescueOperation #News

News Desk TEHRAN: In a striking display of solidarity and solid display of national resolve, a small supermarket in Iran had quietly transformed an ordinary act of commerce into a gesture of collective resilience, inviting customers to take essential goods and defer payment until the conflict had passed. The message, displayed prominently at the store’s entrance, was simple yet powerful: people were urged to take only what they needed and settle their accounts later, when circumstances allowed. At a time when anxiety over shortages and economic strain had begun to weigh heavily on daily life, the initiative stood out as…

News Desk WASHINGTON: The United States and Israel have temporarily removed two senior Iranian officials, Abbas Araghchi and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, from their target list to create space for potential peace negotiations. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, US officials said the decision was made to facilitate diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. Officials indicated that both figures would remain off the target list for four to five days, as Donald Trump signalled openness to high-level talks to de-escalate tensions. The report added that mediators from Turkey, Pakistan, and Egypt are pushing to arrange meetings…

News Desk GAZA: Israeli military operations have continued across Gaza despite claims of a ceasefire, with casualties rising and the humanitarian situation worsening. According to reports, nearly 700 Palestinians have been killed and around 1,860 people injured in attacks since the ceasefire claims, adding to the toll since October 2025. The ongoing strikes have severely affected civilian populations, while aid and relief efforts have been described as insufficient amid the deepening crisis. The situation has raised serious concerns about the effectiveness of ceasefire claims and the limited response from the international community as violence persists across the region. #Gaza #Israel…

News Desk KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed Pakistan’s efforts to help bring about a ceasefire between Iran and the United States. In a post on social media, he praised Pakistan’s timely and constructive offer to host talks, saying the initiative reflected a responsible approach to regional peace. He said efforts by Pakistan and other regional leaders, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, to resolve the conflict were commendable. Read More: https://metro-morning.com/?p=20162 He added that Pakistan’s diplomatic ties with the relevant parties placed it in a strong position to facilitate meaningful dialogue. Anwar stressed that any negotiations should…

News Desk WASHINGTON: Former CIA director John Brennan has said he places greater trust in Iran’s statements than those of US President Donald Trump. In a statement, Brennan said that despite facts repeatedly emerging, Trump was unwilling to accept them. He added that the US president appeared to be trying to escape a setback of his own making and was wrong in claiming that Iran wanted to negotiate on American terms. Separately, Donald Trump said that Tehran had offered Washington a “very significant prize” related to oil and gas, expressing optimism that a deal to end the conflict could be…

By our correspondent LODRHAN: At least 25 passengers were injured when the Tezgam Express derailed near Adam Wahan station in Lodhran, triggering a large-scale rescue operation, officials said.According to reports, multiple bogies of the Rawalpindi-to-Karachi train overturned and several others derailed, with a total of eight bogies involved in the incident. Four bogies overturned, while three derailed during the accident late at night.Rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the site and shifted the injured to nearby hospitals. Officials confirmed that eight passengers were taken to the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital, where one remains in critical condition. Seven others were discharged…

News Desk ISLAMABAD: Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghaddam has rejected reports suggesting any direct or indirect talks between the United States and Iran. In a statement, he said no communication had taken place between the two countries so far. The envoy noted that friendly countries, including Pakistan, are trying to lay the groundwork for dialogue between Tehran and Washington and expressed hope that such efforts would succeed. He added that friendly nations often remain in contact with both sides to help end hostilities, but according to his information, no talks have yet been held between the US and…

News Desk LONDON: Sharp swings in global gold prices have unsettled investors, raising questions about whether the metal still holds its status as a safe-haven asset amid geopolitical uncertainty. According to international media reports, gold prices surged nearly 4% in a single day to above $4,550 per ounce following remarks by US President Donald Trump بشأن potential talks with Iran. The rally came after Trump संकेत that Iran had made an “offer” related to energy transit through the Strait of Hormuz, which markets interpreted as a possible step toward easing tensions. Reports suggest negotiations could begin الخميس, although Tehran has…