The sanctions will freeze Iran’s overseas assets, block arms sales to Tehran, and curb its ballistic missile programme, along with several other penalties.

The return of UNSC sanctions on Iran and Tehran’s reaction will define the future of Iran’s nuclear programme. But more than that, the lead-up and reactions to ‘snapback’ highlight and contribute to a ...

The economic blow of international sanctions is likely to land squarely on ordinary Iranians. At the same time, the rising pressure on Tehran leaves the regime more isolated. Iran is once again facing ...

By bnm Tehran bureau A new rail route through Central Asia has cut freight transit between China and Iran to 17 days, the head of the Sarakhs Special Economic Zone said at the 11th International ...

The countries of the Middle East increasingly see Israel as their new shared threat. Israel’s war in Gaza, its expansionist military policies, and its revisionist posture are reshaping the region in ...

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed a Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement amid rising Middle East tensions. While echoing NATO-like terms, the pact aims at mutual protection without affecting Saudi-India ...

World leaders are lining up to meet with Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa to see if he's worth taking a chance on.

President Donald Trump is set to hold talks with Pakistan's prime minister at the White House. The meeting with Shehbaz Sharif later Thursday is the latest sign of warming relations. Earlier ...

US relations with India are "strong" despite the recent "turbulence" and talks to resolve differences over trade and Russian oil purchases are "incredibly productive", according to a senior State ...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday voiced strong appreciation for US President Donald Trump, calling him a “man of peace” committed to resolving global conflicts.In a ...

With President Donald Trump’s re-election, the United States has turned sharply towards assertive policies with echoes around the world. Top stories include an announcement of a proposed 100% tariff ...