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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…

News Desk TEHRAN: The Iranian military has rejected claims by US President Donald Trump that negotiations between Iran and the United States are underway. A spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters dismissed the assertion, saying Washington should not portray its “failures” as a diplomatic agreement. The spokesperson also questioned internal divisions within the US, suggesting it appeared as though it was “negotiating with itself.” The Iranian military warned that as long as the idea of attacks against the Iranian nation persists, oil prices would not return to previous levels and the regional order would remain disrupted. Meanwhile, a spokesperson…

News Desk KARACHI: A dangerous iPhone hacking tool known as “Dark Sword” has been leaked online, raising serious concerns about the safety of user data worldwide. According to a report by TechCrunch, the spyware is now publicly available on GitHub, significantly increasing the risk of cyberattacks. Experts say the tool does not require advanced technical skills, meaning even low-level hackers can exploit it within minutes. Researchers at cybersecurity firm iVerify warned that the spyware can extract sensitive data from affected devices, including contacts, messages, call logs and saved passwords. The threat is particularly severe for users running older versions of…

News Desk WASHINGTON: The United States has sent a 15-point proposal to Iran aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, according to American media reports. The plan reportedly calls for a complete halt to uranium enrichment on Iranian soil. It also demands the dismantling of key nuclear facilities, including those in Natanz, Isfahan and Fordow. According to the reports, the proposal further requires Iran to stop funding proxy groups in the region and suggests the establishment of a free maritime zone in the Strait of Hormuz.Israeli media has claimed that Washington is seeking a month-long ceasefire to allow time for negotiations…

News Desk RAHIM YAR KHAN: A wanted dacoit identified as Munir surrendered to police during an ongoing operation in the riverine (kacha) area of the district, officials said. According to the District Police Officer (DPO), the Government of Punjab had set a bounty of Rs5 million on the suspect’s head. Police said the crackdown in the kacha area has intensified, with 65 dacoits killed so far, 99 arrested in injured condition, and 283 having surrendered. The DPO added that the operation would continue without interruption until the last criminal is apprehended. #RahimYarKhan #PunjabPolice #Crime #Pakistan #LawAndOrder

News Desk WASHINGTON: A foreign news agency report has revealed details of an alleged high-level coordination between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prior to a reported strike targeting Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. According to the report, Netanyahu contacted Trump 48 hours before the attack, urging immediate action against Iran’s leadership. Citing fresh intelligence, the Israeli premier reportedly proposed a potential “decapitation strike” aimed at Khamenei and his close aides, arguing it was a rare opportunity when Iran’s leadership appeared vulnerable. The report said Netanyahu presented the operation as both strategically and symbolically significant, stressing…

News Desk LJUBLJANA: Slovenia has become the first European Union member state to introduce fuel rationing in response to supply disruptions and rising prices linked to tensions in global energy markets. The measures come amid fallout from the US-Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent regional instability, which has driven sharp increases in fuel prices across Europe. Under the new rules, private motorists in Slovenia are limited to purchasing a maximum of 50 litres of fuel per day, while businesses and farmers are allowed up to 200 litres. Petrol stations have been tasked with enforcing the restrictions.Prime Minister Robert Golob said…