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Thousands of Imran Khan supporters start march to Pakistani capital, party says - Reuters
Thousands of Imran Khan supporters start march to Pakistani capital, party says Reuters
October 5, 2026Supporters of jailed ex-PM Imran Khan march to Pakistan capital
Thousands have taken to the streets after talks between authorities and Khan's party ended in deadlock.
October 5, 2026Imran Khan's party postpones planned Islamabad march to October 4 - Reuters
Imran Khan's party postpones planned Islamabad march to October 4 Reuters
September 25, 2026Sister of Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan arrested
Aleema Khanum is accused of mobilising her brother’s supporters ahead of country-wide protests.
September 20, 2026Door was locked at Pakistan hospital where fire killed 14 babies, witnesses say
A hospital official told the BBC that the door to the ward was not locked, but manned with security guards, to protect the babies.
August 26, 2026At least 15 infants killed in Islamabad hospital fire, local TV reports - Reuters
At least 15 infants killed in Islamabad hospital fire, local TV reports Reuters
August 26, 2026Ex-cricket captains urge 'proper medical care' for Imran Khan
The former skippers say it is "basic decency" for Pakistan to comply with a court-ordered medical assessment.
August 24, 2026Jailed Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan taken to hospital for treatment
Khan was taken from Adiala jail and sent to Shifa International Hospital under heavy security, according to his party.
August 20, 2026Pakistan top court orders ex-PM Imran Khan be moved to hospital from jail
Imran Khan has been imprisoned since 2023 on corruption charges which he says were politically motivated.
August 18, 2026Inside the Secret Service 'shell game' to hide US presidents in plain sight
Elaborate deception operations and decoys are often used to deceive potential threats to the US president.
August 11, 2026Pakistan restricts international media reporting
Anyone working for foreign media, including Pakistanis, will now need permission to report from anywhere outside three major cities.
August 5, 2026Iran says signing of Islamabad memorandum will not take place on Sunday - Reuters
Iran says signing of Islamabad memorandum will not take place on Sunday Reuters
June 13, 2026Pakistan PM says US-Iran peace deal signing expected within 24 hours - Reuters
Pakistan PM says US-Iran peace deal signing expected within 24 hours Reuters
June 13, 2026Exclusive: UAE to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: UAE to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, sources say Reuters
June 12, 2026Pakistan PM Sharif says in X post that final text of US-Iran peace deal agreed, working on next steps - Reuters
Pakistan PM Sharif says in X post that final text of US-Iran peace deal agreed, working on next steps Reuters
June 12, 2026Iran says it struck ships in Strait of Hormuz after US launches new strikes
US Central Command said its latest airstrikes were responding to "unwarranted and continued aggression" from Iran.
June 11, 2026US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire
The US military says it struck Iranian drones and radar sites. Tehran responds by targeting US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.
June 6, 2026Trump says Iran peace deal is 'largely negotiated' - Reuters
Trump says Iran peace deal is 'largely negotiated' Reuters
May 23, 2026Iran 'getting a lot closer' to agreement with US, Trump says
Tehran also signals progress on talks but says the key issue of nuclear weapons is not part of an initial framework it is working on.
May 23, 2026US and Iran report progress on talks ending war - Reuters
US and Iran report progress on talks ending war Reuters
May 23, 2026Tehran reviewing latest US response as Trump suggests he can wait - Reuters
Tehran reviewing latest US response as Trump suggests he can wait Reuters
May 21, 2026Trump: may have to hit Iran harder - or maybe not - Reuters
Trump: may have to hit Iran harder - or maybe not Reuters
May 20, 2026Watch: Did Trump and Putin get the same treatment in China?
Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russia's Vladimir Putin with a near-identical ceremony to Trump's last week.
May 20, 2026Man who murdered teen TikTok star in Pakistan gets death sentence
Sana Yousaf's murder highlights a pattern of violence against women in Pakistan, activists say.
May 20, 2026Iran says peace proposal includes reparations for war damage, US troop withdrawal - Reuters
Iran says peace proposal includes reparations for war damage, US troop withdrawal Reuters
May 19, 2026Trump says he called off new Iran attack at request of Gulf states
The US president says he is holding off on a US attack planned for Tuesday as "serious negotiations are now taking place".
May 18, 2026No deal, no exit: How US-Iran standoff risks fresh conflict - Reuters
No deal, no exit: How US-Iran standoff risks fresh conflict Reuters
May 18, 2026Exclusive: Pakistan deploys jet squadron, thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia during Iran war - Reuters
Exclusive: Pakistan deploys jet squadron, thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia during Iran war Reuters
May 18, 2026Pakistan hands US revised Iranian proposal for ending war - Reuters
Pakistan hands US revised Iranian proposal for ending war Reuters
May 18, 2026Trump says 20-year nuclear programme suspension by Iran would be enough
The US president says Tehran has to show "real" commitment to removing nuclear fuel and stopping uranium enrichment.
May 15, 2026Pakistan says 11 citizens, 20 Iranian nationals being repatriated from vessels seized by US - Reuters
Pakistan says 11 citizens, 20 Iranian nationals being repatriated from vessels seized by US Reuters
May 15, 2026Watch: What happened on day one of Trump's China visit?
China welcomed US President Donald Trump with cheering children and a troop parade on Thursday, before a nearly two-hour long meeting with Xi-Jinping.
May 14, 2026Peace deal hopes fade after Trump rejects 'garbage' Iran counterproposal - Reuters
Peace deal hopes fade after Trump rejects 'garbage' Iran counterproposal Reuters
May 12, 2026US issues new sanctions over Iran's oil shipments to China - Reuters
US issues new sanctions over Iran's oil shipments to China Reuters
May 11, 2026Americans don't think Trump has explained Iran war goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows - Reuters
Americans don't think Trump has explained Iran war goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows Reuters
May 11, 2026Trump rejects Iran's response to US peace proposal as 'unacceptable' - Reuters
Trump rejects Iran's response to US peace proposal as 'unacceptable' Reuters
May 11, 2026Iran proposal calls for end of war and lifting of sanctions, news agency reports - Reuters
Iran proposal calls for end of war and lifting of sanctions, news agency reports Reuters
May 10, 2026Iran demands guarantees for World Cup participation
The Iranian Football Federation (FFIRI) has presented Fifa with 10 conditions for participation at the World Cup in the US, Mexico and Canada.
May 9, 2026Trump's hopes for an Iran peace deal come with caveats
There are signs of fresh momentum to end the war, but Trump himself has injected a note of caution.
May 6, 2026US and Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war, Axios reports - Reuters
US and Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war, Axios reports Reuters
May 6, 2026Bowen: Strait of Hormuz standoff raises risk of US sliding back into all-out war
The US and Iran's determination to keep the pressure on each other has put the fragile Gulf ceasefire in serious jeopardy.
May 5, 2026Iran says US has responded to its latest peace proposal
The US is yet to formally confirm it has responded. However, Trump reportedly told Israel's Kan News it was unacceptable.
May 3, 2026Iran offers Strait deal; Trump dissatisfied but prefers non-military path - Reuters
Iran offers Strait deal; Trump dissatisfied but prefers non-military path Reuters
May 2, 2026Trump says US Navy acting 'like pirates' to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports - Reuters
Trump says US Navy acting 'like pirates' to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports Reuters
May 2, 2026US to cut troop levels in Germany by 5,000 amid Trump spat with Merz
The decision to reduce the US deployment to Germany comes amid a row between the two allies over Iran.
May 1, 2026Trump says Iran war 'terminated,' as war powers deadline arrives - Reuters
Trump says Iran war 'terminated,' as war powers deadline arrives Reuters
May 1, 2026Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war
The president writes that hostilities "have terminated" because of the ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorisation.
May 1, 2026Hegseth says clock paused on deadline to seek approval for Iran war
The US defence secretary says the timer for the president to report to Congress "pauses or stops" in a ceasefire.
May 1, 2026Trump says US studying troop cuts in Germany, as spat with Merz intensifies
His remarks come after the German chancellor criticised the US approach to the war in Iran.
April 30, 2026Trump criticizes Germany's Merz, tells him to stop interfering over Iran - Reuters
Trump criticizes Germany's Merz, tells him to stop interfering over Iran Reuters
April 30, 2026Exclusive: US spy agencies examine how Iran would react to Trump declaring victory - Reuters
Exclusive: US spy agencies examine how Iran would react to Trump declaring victory Reuters
April 28, 2026Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end the war, US official says - Reuters
Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end the war, US official says Reuters
April 28, 2026Trump unhappy with Iranian proposal, US official says - Reuters
Trump unhappy with Iranian proposal, US official says Reuters
April 28, 2026Trump discussed new Iran proposal with national security aides on Monday, White House says - Reuters
Trump discussed new Iran proposal with national security aides on Monday, White House says Reuters
April 27, 2026Pakistan accused of attacking Afghan university
Air attacks on the province of Kunar have killed at least seven people and injured 75, sources tell the BBC.
April 27, 2026Iran oil tankers turned back by US blockade, Hormuz traffic sparse - Reuters
Iran oil tankers turned back by US blockade, Hormuz traffic sparse Reuters
April 27, 2026Iran looking into Trump's request for negotiations, foreign minister says - Reuters
Iran looking into Trump's request for negotiations, foreign minister says Reuters
April 27, 2026Oil prices rise as US-Iran peace talks stall
President Trump said on Saturday that the US had cancelled plans to send a team to Pakistan for negotiations.
April 27, 2026Iran gave US a proposal for reopening the Strait Of Hormuz and ending the war, Axios reports - Reuters
Iran gave US a proposal for reopening the Strait Of Hormuz and ending the war, Axios reports Reuters
April 27, 2026Oil climbs nearly 2% as US-Iran peace talks stall - Reuters
Oil climbs nearly 2% as US-Iran peace talks stall Reuters
April 26, 2026Trump tells Fox News Iran can call US if it wants to negotiate - Reuters
Trump tells Fox News Iran can call US if it wants to negotiate Reuters
April 26, 2026Trump cancels US envoys' trip to Pakistan for talks on Iran war
Iran had earlier said there were no plans for a direct meeting with a US delegation led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
April 25, 2026Iran talks, Jerome Powell and the White House Correspondents' Dinner - Reuters
Iran talks, Jerome Powell and the White House Correspondents' Dinner Reuters
April 25, 2026Trump says he canceled US negotiators' trip to Pakistan for Iran talks, Fox News reports - Reuters
Trump says he canceled US negotiators' trip to Pakistan for Iran talks, Fox News reports Reuters
April 25, 2026Turkey may consider role in Hormuz demining after Iran-US deal, minister says - Reuters
Turkey may consider role in Hormuz demining after Iran-US deal, minister says Reuters
April 25, 2026US negotiators to go to Islamabad, but Iran says no direct talks - Reuters
US negotiators to go to Islamabad, but Iran says no direct talks Reuters
April 25, 2026S&P 500, Nasdaq close at records on tech lift, Iran peace talk hopes - Reuters
S&P 500, Nasdaq close at records on tech lift, Iran peace talk hopes Reuters
April 24, 2026Who is making decisions in Iran?
Iran's new supreme leader is supposed to have the final say, but in practice the picture is far murkier.
April 24, 2026Oil rises on concerns over escalating military tensions in the Middle East - Reuters
Oil rises on concerns over escalating military tensions in the Middle East Reuters
April 24, 2026Dollar set for weekly gain on stalled US-Iran talks and Middle East uncertainty - Reuters
Dollar set for weekly gain on stalled US-Iran talks and Middle East uncertainty Reuters
April 24, 2026US boards ship carrying Iran oil as Trump threatens mine-laying vessels
Central Command said it has intercepted 33 vessels since imposing a blockade on ships coming to and from Iran.
April 23, 2026Iran tightens control of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks - Reuters
Iran tightens control of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks Reuters
April 23, 2026US and Iran in blockade standoff as Pakistan pushes for talks
The mood in the Strait of Hormuz remains combustible despite Trump's ceasefire extension.
April 22, 2026Wall St gains after Iran ceasefire extension and robust earnings bring relief - Reuters
Wall St gains after Iran ceasefire extension and robust earnings bring relief Reuters
April 22, 2026Oil prices fluctuate as Trump extends Iran war ceasefire
The president also said the US will continue to blockade Iran's ports until peace talks progress.
April 22, 2026US will indefinitely extend ceasefire, unclear if Iran agrees - Reuters
US will indefinitely extend ceasefire, unclear if Iran agrees Reuters
April 22, 2026Trump buys time for Iran deal after frantic day of diplomacy
The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time
April 22, 2026Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with Iran
The US president's comments come amid uncertainty over whether Iran will attend peace talks in Pakistan this week.
April 20, 2026Are insider traders making millions from the Iran war?
The BBC has found significant spikes in activity shortly before the US president made some announcements.
April 20, 2026Iran's president stresses importance of diplomacy while noting distrust of U.S. - Reuters
Iran's president stresses importance of diplomacy while noting distrust of U.S. Reuters
April 20, 2026US releases video of forces seizing Iranian ship
The US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said.
April 20, 2026World weighs fate of Mideast ceasefire after US seizes Iranian cargo ship - Reuters
World weighs fate of Mideast ceasefire after US seizes Iranian cargo ship Reuters
April 20, 2026Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.
April 20, 2026US intercepts and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Trump says
Tehran vows retaliation soon for what it calls an "act of armed piracy", which comes as the US prepares for a second round of talks.
April 20, 2026Allies fear a rushed US–Iran framework deal could backfire, leaving technical deadlock - Reuters
Allies fear a rushed US–Iran framework deal could backfire, leaving technical deadlock Reuters
April 19, 2026Iran replenishes launchers at higher rate than pre-war, guards commander says - Reuters
Iran replenishes launchers at higher rate than pre-war, guards commander says Reuters
April 19, 2026Trump, Iran cite progress in talks as uncertainty hangs over Strait - Reuters
Trump, Iran cite progress in talks as uncertainty hangs over Strait Reuters
April 19, 2026Hormuz gunfire, enriched uranium and chimp violence - Reuters
Hormuz gunfire, enriched uranium and chimp violence Reuters
April 18, 2026Trump says he has 'good news' on Iran as tankers cross Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Trump says he has 'good news' on Iran as tankers cross Strait of Hormuz Reuters
April 18, 2026Trump, without elaborating, cites 'some pretty good news' on Iran - Reuters
Trump, without elaborating, cites 'some pretty good news' on Iran Reuters
April 18, 2026US to recover uranium from Iran at a 'leisurely pace', Trump tells Reuters - Reuters
US to recover uranium from Iran at a 'leisurely pace', Trump tells Reuters Reuters
April 17, 2026Significant differences remain between Iran-US, including on nuclear issues, senior Iranian official says - Reuters
Significant differences remain between Iran-US, including on nuclear issues, senior Iranian official says Reuters
April 17, 2026Trump says Iran war should end 'soon', says Hezbollah should support truce - Reuters
Trump says Iran war should end 'soon', says Hezbollah should support truce Reuters
April 17, 2026China steps up Iran diplomacy while seeking smooth summit with Trump - Reuters
China steps up Iran diplomacy while seeking smooth summit with Trump Reuters
April 17, 2026The Iran war has shattered oil's price compass - Reuters
The Iran war has shattered oil's price compass Reuters
April 16, 2026Morning Bid: Truce trades ramp up as Trump touts Israel-Lebanon talks - Reuters
Morning Bid: Truce trades ramp up as Trump touts Israel-Lebanon talks Reuters
April 16, 2026Trump hints Iran talks could resume this week as US port blockade continues
The United Nations' secretary general said it was "highly probable" that the negotiations would restart.
April 15, 2026US Treasury's Bessent says China has been unreliable partner by hoarding oil during war - Reuters
US Treasury's Bessent says China has been unreliable partner by hoarding oil during war Reuters
April 14, 2026Wall Street rallies on renewed hopes for US-Iran talks, earnings boost - Reuters
Wall Street rallies on renewed hopes for US-Iran talks, earnings boost Reuters
April 14, 2026Six ships turned around as part of Strait of Hormuz blockade, US military says - Reuters
Six ships turned around as part of Strait of Hormuz blockade, US military says Reuters
April 14, 2026Oil prices continue to fall on hopes of new US-Iran peace talks
Crude prices fell back below $100 a barrel as markets hope an agreement can be reached between the two sides.
April 14, 2026US blockade of Iran ports irresponsible and dangerous, China says
China, the biggest buyer of Iranian oil, says the US naval blockade undermines an "already fragile ceasefire".
April 14, 2026US, Iranian teams could return to Islamabad for peace talks this week, multiple sources say - Reuters
US, Iranian teams could return to Islamabad for peace talks this week, multiple sources say Reuters
April 14, 2026US begins Iran port blockade, oil prices ease on hopes for dialogue - Reuters
US begins Iran port blockade, oil prices ease on hopes for dialogue Reuters
April 14, 2026Dollar steady as US blocks Iranian ships, talks continue - Reuters
Dollar steady as US blocks Iranian ships, talks continue Reuters
April 14, 2026Lebanon enters talks with Israel but with no cards to play
The Lebanese government go into peace talks with limited influence over the group.
April 13, 2026Israelis war-weary but most oppose Iran ceasefire, poll suggests
The vast majority did not believe Hezbollah or Iran had been severely weakened by weeks of Israeli and US attacks, according to the poll.
April 13, 2026Trump says Iranian 'fast-attack' ships that come close to US 'blockade' will be eliminated - Reuters
Trump says Iranian 'fast-attack' ships that come close to US 'blockade' will be eliminated Reuters
April 13, 2026The US blockade of Iran is a gamble. Will it work?
The US military is gambling on the blockade denying Iran vital trade - but questions remain on whether the bet will pay off.
April 13, 2026Wall St indexes fall after failed US-Iran peace talks unsettle investors - Reuters
Wall St indexes fall after failed US-Iran peace talks unsettle investors Reuters
April 13, 2026Trump returns to weary and failing playbook with Hormuz blockade threat - Reuters
Trump returns to weary and failing playbook with Hormuz blockade threat Reuters
April 13, 2026Iran carried out highest number of executions in decades
Organisations warn many more people could be executed in the wake of the anti-government protests which swept Iran earlier this year.
April 13, 2026Iran denies charging toll for Indian tankers transiting Hormuz strait - Reuters
Iran denies charging toll for Indian tankers transiting Hormuz strait Reuters
April 13, 2026Trump attacks Pope over criticism of Iran war
The US president accuses Leo of being "weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy".
April 13, 2026Twenty-one hours of back and forth leave US and Iran far apart
US Vice-President JD Vance was a difficult mission, negotiating on behalf of a president whose messaging on the war has been mixed.
April 12, 2026What is a naval blockade and how would it work in Strait of Hormuz?
Donald Trump says that the US is going to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz. What does this mean in practice?
April 12, 2026Trump's blockade threat raises risks and leaves predicaments unchanged
The conflict is now a test of wills - Iran’s capacity to absorb strikes versus Trump’s tolerance for the war's costs.
April 12, 2026Trump says US to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz immediately - Reuters
Trump says US to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz immediately Reuters
April 12, 2026After Iran talks falter, the big question is 'what happens next?'
Twenty-one hours was not enough to end 47 years of hostility between Iran and the US, writes the BBC's Lyse Doucet.
April 12, 2026US negotiators leaving without a peace deal with Iran - Reuters
US negotiators leaving without a peace deal with Iran Reuters
April 11, 2026Iran war lands 'triple blow' to flood-ravaged Sri Lankans
The Iran war could not have come at a worse time for Sri Lanka, reeling from devastating floods and an economic crisis.
April 11, 2026Hungarians vote in landmark election closely watched by EU, Russia, US - Reuters
Hungarians vote in landmark election closely watched by EU, Russia, US Reuters
April 11, 2026Pope Leo urges end to 'madness of war' as US, Iran start talks - Reuters
Pope Leo urges end to 'madness of war' as US, Iran start talks Reuters
April 11, 2026Pakistan sends fighter jets to Saudi Arabia under mutual defence pact - Reuters
Pakistan sends fighter jets to Saudi Arabia under mutual defence pact Reuters
April 11, 2026Iraqi parliament elects Nizar Amedi as country's new president - Reuters
Iraqi parliament elects Nizar Amedi as country's new president Reuters
April 11, 2026Iran talks, Artemis splashdown, Hungary elections - Reuters
Iran talks, Artemis splashdown, Hungary elections Reuters
April 11, 2026Pakistani five-star hotel becomes unlikely site for US-Iran talks - Reuters
Pakistani five-star hotel becomes unlikely site for US-Iran talks Reuters
April 11, 2026US intelligence indicates China preparing weapons shipment to Iran, CNN reports - Reuters
US intelligence indicates China preparing weapons shipment to Iran, CNN reports Reuters
April 11, 2026US, Iran begin direct talks in Pakistan, seeking end to six-week war - Reuters
US, Iran begin direct talks in Pakistan, seeking end to six-week war Reuters
April 11, 2026Trump has handed JD Vance his most difficult mission yet
As the US vice-president leads peace talks with Iran, he must balance warring factions, a demanding boss and his own political future.
April 11, 2026Historic Vance-Ghalibaf talks must bridge deep distrust
Face-to-face talks would mark the highest-level engagement between Iran and the US since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
April 10, 2026Americans give record-low marks to economy, in ominous sign for Republicans - Reuters
Americans give record-low marks to economy, in ominous sign for Republicans Reuters
April 10, 2026US Democratic lawmaker Raskin seeks commission to oversee removal of presidents - Reuters
US Democratic lawmaker Raskin seeks commission to oversee removal of presidents Reuters
April 10, 2026Lebanon and Israel officials to meet in US on Tuesday
A senior Lebanese official earlier told the BBC that Lebanon would only take part in talks if a ceasefire was in place.
April 10, 2026Trump's blunt attack on former allies exposes splintered MAGA coalition
His criticism of four conservative commentators who have spoken out against the Iran war highlights the tension in his base.
April 10, 2026The unconventional logic behind SpaceX's $1.75 trillion price tag - Reuters
The unconventional logic behind SpaceX's $1.75 trillion price tag Reuters
April 10, 2026Tankers urged not to pay toll to Iran for use of strait
Tanker firms are being advised not to pay Iran any levies in return for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
April 10, 2026USA Rare Earth CEO defends Trump administration investment as congressional questions swirl - Reuters
USA Rare Earth CEO defends Trump administration investment as congressional questions swirl Reuters
April 10, 2026The five big sticking points in US-Iran talks
Peace talks between the US and Iran are due to begin in Pakistan on Saturday.
April 10, 2026US utility stocks are off to their best start since 2019. Can they keep it up? - Reuters
US utility stocks are off to their best start since 2019. Can they keep it up? Reuters
April 10, 2026Vance warns Iran not to "play us" as he leaves for talks - Reuters
Vance warns Iran not to "play us" as he leaves for talks Reuters
April 10, 2026Trump warns Iran on Hormuz tolls as frozen traffic spurs Japan to release more oil - Reuters
Trump warns Iran on Hormuz tolls as frozen traffic spurs Japan to release more oil Reuters
April 10, 2026S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher after inflation data; Mideast in focus - Reuters
S&P 500, Nasdaq open higher after inflation data; Mideast in focus Reuters
April 10, 2026Take Five: Eyes on Islamabad - Reuters
Take Five: Eyes on Islamabad Reuters
April 10, 2026Ceasefire sends dollar on weekly drop; US-Iran talks in focus - Reuters
Ceasefire sends dollar on weekly drop; US-Iran talks in focus Reuters
April 10, 2026US-Iran ceasefire deal shows strain ahead of talks with oil flows squeezed - Reuters
US-Iran ceasefire deal shows strain ahead of talks with oil flows squeezed Reuters
April 10, 2026Ceasefire or no ceasefire, the Middle East's reshuffling is not yet done
Both sides have reason to end the war but share no common ground.
April 9, 2026Pakistan's high-stakes Iran peace bid is fraught with risk - Reuters
Pakistan's high-stakes Iran peace bid is fraught with risk Reuters
April 9, 2026Has US achieved its war objectives in Iran?
Key US objectives at the start of the war were to stop Iran getting a nuclear weapon and degrading its arsenal.
April 9, 2026Israeli strikes in Lebanon 'grave violation' of ceasefire, Iran minister tells BBC
Iran's deputy foreign minister says the US must choose between 'war and ceasefire'.
April 9, 2026Al Jazeera condemns killing of journalist in Israeli strike in Gaza
The Israeli military claims Mohammed Wishah was a "Hamas terrorist" - which the Qatar-based network has previously denied.
April 9, 2026Lebanon strikes, peace talks and the 'Ketamine Queen' - Reuters
Lebanon strikes, peace talks and the 'Ketamine Queen' Reuters
April 9, 2026India to grow at 6.6% in FY27, says World Bank; risks from West Asia crisis persist - Reuters
India to grow at 6.6% in FY27, says World Bank; risks from West Asia crisis persist Reuters
April 9, 2026Asia stocks turn cautious as reality intrudes in Gulf - Reuters
Asia stocks turn cautious as reality intrudes in Gulf Reuters
April 9, 2026'Talks were almost dead': Pakistan's last-ditch effort to secure Iran war truce - Reuters
'Talks were almost dead': Pakistan's last-ditch effort to secure Iran war truce Reuters
April 8, 2026US did not agree that ceasefire would cover Lebanon, Vance says - Reuters
US did not agree that ceasefire would cover Lebanon, Vance says Reuters
April 8, 2026Explainer: US-Iran ceasefire: what we know - Reuters
Explainer: US-Iran ceasefire: what we know Reuters
April 8, 2026JD Vance to lead US team in talks with Iran in Pakistan
While the US has declared a military victory, the details of the proposals being discussed remain murky.
April 8, 2026Iran Strait of Hormuz warning adds to shipping uncertainty
Only a few vessels have crossed the strait since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, according to BBC Verify analysis.
April 8, 2026US, Iran agree to two-week ceasefire with reopening of Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
US, Iran agree to two-week ceasefire with reopening of Strait of Hormuz Reuters
April 8, 2026China says Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore comprehensive solution in peace talks - Reuters
China says Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to explore comprehensive solution in peace talks Reuters
April 8, 2026How Pakistan helped secure a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran
Pakistan has a historic relationship with Iran, but an agreement was far from certain, writes the BBC’s Caroline Davies
April 8, 2026Iran ceasefire deal a partial win for Trump - but at a high cost
The path to the two-week ceasefire with Iran may have fundamentally altered the way the rest of the world views the US.
April 8, 2026What we know about the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran
The provisional truce comes more than a month after the US and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran.
April 8, 2026Oil plunges after US-Iran ceasefire deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
The agreement was announced not long before Trump's Tuesday evening deadline was reached.
April 8, 2026What the US military could do if Iran fails to meet Trump's ultimatum
The US can do a lot of damage to civilian infrastructure but military experts say it's not feasible to carry out all Trump's threats.
April 7, 2026Under airstrikes, Iran defiant on eve of Trump's ceasefire deadline - Reuters
Under airstrikes, Iran defiant on eve of Trump's ceasefire deadline Reuters
April 7, 2026Iran, US receive plan to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire, source says - Reuters
Iran, US receive plan to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire, source says Reuters
April 6, 2026Oil prices rise as US-Israeli war with Iran continues to disrupt supply - Reuters
Oil prices rise as US-Israeli war with Iran continues to disrupt supply Reuters
April 5, 2026Egypt says it held calls with US Witkoff, regional counterparts - Reuters
Egypt says it held calls with US Witkoff, regional counterparts Reuters
April 5, 2026Search for missing airman presents serious test for US
The stakes could rise further if the weapons system officer of the downed F15 Eagle plane is captured by Iran.
April 4, 2026US pilot missing as Iran says it never ruled out talks - reuters.com
US pilot missing as Iran says it never ruled out talks reuters.com
April 4, 2026Trump threatens to strike Iran's bridges and electric power plants - reuters.com
Trump threatens to strike Iran's bridges and electric power plants reuters.com
April 3, 2026Eight Muslim-majority countries condemn Israel's new death penalty law - Reuters
Eight Muslim-majority countries condemn Israel's new death penalty law Reuters
April 2, 2026From international outcast to mediator in Iran war, Pakistan's remarkable makeover - Reuters
From international outcast to mediator in Iran war, Pakistan's remarkable makeover Reuters
April 2, 2026Yemen's Houthis enter Iran war with attacks on Israel, while US Marines arrive in region - Reuters
Yemen's Houthis enter Iran war with attacks on Israel, while US Marines arrive in region Reuters
March 28, 2026Is Trump's pause on attacking Iranian energy for diplomacy or an escalation?
The US president's commitment to deadlines is fluid but he uses them for a purpose, writes the BBC's James Landale.
March 27, 2026What are the US and Iran's proposals for peace?
Trump says he is talking to "the right people" in Iran, but Tehran says no such negotiations are being held.
March 25, 2026Ultimatums, diplomacy and a trip to Graceland as Trump eyes a deal with Iran
America may be a nation at war, but the president's activities have been a mix of diplomacy and diversions - with the occasional swing toward the surreal.
March 24, 2026The fight to control the narrative in the Afghan-Pakistan conflict
The battle between the neighbouring countries is taking place as much online as it is on the ground.
March 21, 2026Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of killing hundreds in hospital strike
Islamabad denies targeting the rehab centre and said its strikes were aimed at military installations.
March 16, 2026China's mediation eases fighting between Pakistan, Afghanistan, sources say - Reuters
China's mediation eases fighting between Pakistan, Afghanistan, sources say Reuters
March 12, 2026Pakistan announces austerity measures to save fuel amid Mideast conflict - Reuters
Pakistan announces austerity measures to save fuel amid Mideast conflict Reuters
March 9, 2026Pakistan raises retail fuel prices by about 20% due to Middle East tension - Reuters
Pakistan raises retail fuel prices by about 20% due to Middle East tension Reuters
March 6, 2026Iran's Guards challenges Trump to have US Navy escort oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Iran's Guards challenges Trump to have US Navy escort oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz Reuters
March 6, 2026US says it is facilitating Mideast charter flights for Americans amid criticism over Iran - Reuters
US says it is facilitating Mideast charter flights for Americans amid criticism over Iran Reuters
March 3, 2026Why are Afghanistan and Pakistan fighting?
The two sides have different versions of how and why the deadly dispute began.
February 27, 2026What we know after latest escalation in Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions
Bombings by Pakistan are the most significant development in tensions between the two neighbours - though the physical impact remains unclear.
February 27, 2026Pakistan in an open war with Afghanistan, Pakistan defence minister says - Reuters
Pakistan in an open war with Afghanistan, Pakistan defence minister says Reuters
February 27, 2026Afghanistan launches 'retaliatory' attack on Pakistan, Taliban says
Islamabad says it is responding to the 'unprovoked fire' with both sides claiming to have inflicted casualties on the other.
February 26, 2026Pakistan, Afghan forces exchange fire after airstrikes deepen tensions - Reuters
Pakistan, Afghan forces exchange fire after airstrikes deepen tensions Reuters
February 24, 2026Pakistan launches deadly strikes on Afghanistan
Pakistan says the strikes were retaliation for recent suicide bombings in the country.
February 22, 2026Pakistan says it carried out cross-border strikes in Afghanistan - Reuters
Pakistan says it carried out cross-border strikes in Afghanistan Reuters
February 22, 2026