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Macron urges coordinated US-Iran reopening of Strait of Hormuz amid “Project Freedom” tensions

US President Donald Trump has launched "Project Freedom" to "guide" stranded international vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. While Trump frames this as a humanitarian mission, French President Emmanuel Macron has urged…

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World May 4, 2026 · 1:24 pm

US media highlights Trump’s shift from “escort” to “guide” in Project Freedom amid efficacy doubts

US media outlets highlight the Trump administration's preference for "guiding" rather than "escorting" ships through the Strait of Hormuz. While officials aim…

World May 4, 2026 · 11:50 am

Pakistani, Iranian FMs discuss regional situation, Islamabad’s diplomatic manoeuvres

Pakistani Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi held a telephonic conversation to review Middle Eastern tensions. According to…

World May 4, 2026 · 11:23 am

“Criminal negligence”: PTI slams government as lead poisoning haunts Pakistan’s children

Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) has slammed the Pakistani government following a study showing 40 per cent of children in high-risk areas suffer from…

World May 4, 2026 · 11:06 am

Russia interprets 2 Ukrainian drones, no casualties reported

"The defense ministry's air defense forces repelled an attack of two Moscow-bound drones," he wrote on Max. "First responders are working at…

World May 4, 2026 · 10:59 am

Japan, Australia pivot to “resilient” supply chains to counter China, Middle East volatility

Japanese and Australian leaders pledged to secure energy and critical mineral supplies to counter China's market dominance and Middle East instability. Prime…

World May 4, 2026 · 10:20 am

Bipartisan US lawmakers push resolution on China threats to Taiwan ahead of Trump-Xi Summit

US lawmakers across party lines introduced a resolution expressing concern over China's threats toward Taiwan, with a focus on maintaining peace and…