PM Sharif Announces Austerity Measures Amid Regional Conflict, Rising Oil Prices

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has declared a sweeping national austerity plan and a transition to a four-day workweek for federal institutions as Pakistan grapples with regional instability and an impending surge in petroleum prices. Addressing the nation on Monday, the Prime Minister detailed a series of drastic executive decisions aimed at stabilizing the […]

Pakistan Braces for Energy Shortage as Middle East Conflict Disrupts LNG Supply

Reliable sources within the Federal Petroleum Division indicate that Pakistan’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Qatar are set to remain suspended until regional hostilities stabilize. This supply gap is already impacting the domestic industrial sector and causing noticeable shortages at local petrol stations. The escalating war between the U.S.-Israel alliance and Iran has moved […]

Strait of Hormuz: The Ancient Gateway Facing a Modern 2026 Crisis

Strait of Hormuz: The Ancient Gateway Facing a Modern 2026 Crisis

The Strait of Hormuz currently dominates global headlines as geopolitical tensions push this narrow waterway to the center of an international crisis. While many observers view it as a modern flashpoint, this small passage has served as a vital artery for global commerce for thousands of years. A Legacy of Ancient Commerce The strategic importance […]

Is Trump Administration Preparing for War with Iran?

The Persian Gulf is once again a tinderbox. As President Trump ramps up his rhetoric, an American naval ‘armada’ is actively deploying to the region, signaling that Washington is moving beyond mere threats toward actual war preparations. This shift has pushed the Middle East to a dangerous crossroads, with both sides preparing for a confrontation […]

How High Could Oil Prices Go If Iran Shuts Strait of Hormuz?

PESHAWAR– Global oil markets showed immediate volatility Monday after reports emerged that Iran’s parliament has approved a proposal to close the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, triggering fresh concerns about the impact on global supply and prices. As trading began in international markets early Monday morning, the price of Brent crude oil suddenly surged by […]

Pakistan Closes Border with Iran in Balochistan Indefinitely 

Pakistan Closes Border with Iran in Balochistan Indefinitely 

PESHAWAR: Pakistan closes border with Iran indefinitely to address security concerns amid escalating tensions in the region. The move affects the major border crossings in Balochistan’s Panjgur, Gwadar, and Kech districts. Authorities have implemented these measures to ensure public safety and maintain stability in the area.  District officials in Panjgur have suspended all movement through […]