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News Desk JERUSALEM: Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel is working to establish new ties with key regional countries to counter Iran, following signals that the United States may step back from the conflict. According to foreign media reports, Netanyahu said Israel is actively building new alliances in the region as part of efforts to strengthen its position against Iran. In a recent address, he reiterated that engagement with influential regional states is underway, although he did not disclose the names of the countries involved. “We are forming new alliances with important countries in the region,” he said, adding that further details…

News Desk MOSCOW: Sergey Lavrov has warned that the ongoing crisis in the Middle East could escalate into a large-scale conflict. In a statement, Lavrov said that attempts to impose regime changes in the region are largely aimed at gaining greater control over oil and gas resources. He added that United States and Israel do not wish to see improved relations between Iran and its neighbouring countries. Lavrov’s comments highlight Moscow’s concerns over foreign interference in regional affairs and the potential for escalating tensions that could destabilise the Middle East further. Analysts say the warning underscores the delicate balance of…

News Desk LAHORE: A video showing a security guard’s blood sample being taken at the Ganga Ram Hospital blood bank has surfaced, raising concerns about hospital protocols and staff conduct. Dr. Arif said that following the release of the footage, the hospital administration removed the staff involved. To investigate the incident, a three-member inquiry committee has been formed under the leadership of Dr. Zil Huma. Dr. Arif added that both the supervisor and the security guard implicated in the incident have been suspended, and the private security company overseeing the personnel has been fined Rs 50,000 for poor performance. The…

News Desk ISLAMABAD: Barrister Gohar Ali Khan said his WhatsApp account had been hacked, warning contacts to ignore any suspicious messages or financial requests. Speaking to the media outside the Islamabad High Court, the chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf said his WhatsApp number was compromised earlier in the day and the account had since been deleted. He added that hackers were using the account to send messages requesting money, potentially targeting people in his contact list. Gohar urged the public and his associates not to respond to any such requests. He further stated that he had approached the relevant authorities regarding…

News Desk DUBAI: Roads and Transport Authority has officially launched a driverless taxi service, marking a major step forward in smart mobility in Dubai. The autonomous taxi service has been introduced in the coastal residential and commercial area of Umm Suqeim, near Jumeirah, as part of efforts to integrate advanced transport technologies into daily urban life. According to officials, the service is being operated in collaboration with two Chinese autonomous driving technology companies, bringing cutting-edge self-driving solutions to the emirate’s roads. The taxis are available to the public through ride-hailing platforms including Uber and Apollo Go. Authorities say the initiative…

News Desk TEHRAN: Esmail Qaani, head of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, has issued a stern warning that Israel must prepare for a shifting regional order in the Middle East. In his statement, General Qaani criticised Benjamin Netanyahu for aspiring to expand a security belt across the region, describing such plans as unrealistic. He highlighted the coordinated actions of Hezbollah in the north and Ansar Allah in the south, saying their operations have revealed the shortcomings of promises of protection offered to Israeli settlers. General Qaani further stated that the aspirations of martyred commanders from previous…

News Desk TEHRAN: Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran respects Saudi Arabia and considers it a brotherly nation, amid rising regional tensions. In a statement, Araghchi clarified that Iran’s military and strategic actions are aimed at countering aggressive enemy forces, not regional neighbours. “The hostile powers neither respect Arabs nor Iranians, nor can they provide security,” he said, pointing to Iran’s operations against external military targets. “Just look at what we have done with their air command,” he added, highlighting Tehran’s defensive posture. Araghchi also called for the withdrawal of U.S. forces from the Middle East, saying the time has come…

News Desk JERUSALEM: Knesset has approved a highly controversial bill allowing the execution of Palestinians accused of harming Israel, according to reports, in a move that has drawn sharp concern from observers and rights groups. Under the newly passed legislation, individuals convicted under the law could face execution within 90 days, marking a significant shift in Israel’s legal approach toward Palestinians accused of security-related offences. The measure has been described by critics as one of the most severe steps taken in recent years. The law also permits the arrest and trial of Palestinians on the basis of suspicion, a provision…

News Desk MOSCOW: Russia has reaffirmed its commitment to supplying oil and petroleum products to Cuba, calling it a duty as the Caribbean nation struggles with acute fuel shortages caused by stringent international sanctions. A spokesperson for the Kremlin said that supporting Cuba’s energy needs remained a priority, emphasizing that the recent arrival of a Russian oil tanker on the island marked a significant step in ensuring the country’s fuel security. The official confirmed that Russia intends to continue providing oil shipments to Cuba in the foreseeable future. The spokesperson also revealed that oil supply to Cuba had been a…

News Desk TEHRAN: Iran has confirmed the death of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy commander Alireza Tangsiri, marking a significant development amid escalating regional tensions. According to official statements, Tangsiri had been critically injured before succumbing to his wounds. The confirmation followed earlier reports from international media suggesting that senior Iranian military officials were targeted in recent strikes. The development came days after Yoav Gallant claimed that high-ranking Iranian officers had been targeted in attacks on March 26, intensifying speculation over covert military operations between the two regional rivals. Reports indicate that the alleged strike took place in the…