World
Trump Xi Putin meeting: White House confirms 19 November talks in China
The first three-way meeting of US, Chinese and Russian leaders is set for Shenzhen. Ukraine is off the agenda; nuclear arms and the Iran war are on.
Iran war
All 13 Digital Akhbaar stories on Iran war, newest first, last updated 14 November 2026.
World
Strait of Hormuz: 4 tankers hit, Trump says US doesn't need Iran deal
Iran says four tankers that ignored its warnings hit explosions in Hormuz, as Trump pulls Vance off the talks. What it means for oil and for Pakistan.
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Trump Netanyahu call: 'shouting match from hell' over Iran, report says
An Israeli report says Trump and Netanyahu clashed over restarting strikes on Iran. Netanyahu's office calls it fake news. What each side says.
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Scott Bessent moved to a military base after Iranian threats, reports say
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has left his Washington home for a military base after threats linked to Iran. What Treasury said and why it matters.
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East-West pipeline Saudi Arabia: Medina attack, Houthi missiles at Riyadh
Saudi Arabia says its East-West oil pipeline was hit near Medina; the Houthis deny that but claim other strikes. Why this pipe matters for oil and Pakistan.
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Hegseth impeachment: House Republicans kill vote 211-204 for now
The House sent Thomas Massie's eight impeachment articles against Pete Hegseth to committee, ending them this Congress. Why Democrats say it isn't over.
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Is the Iran war over? Trump says 'militarily effectively over', blockade stays
Trump says the fighting is basically done, Rubio sees no need for big combat operations, yet tankers still burn and Iran denies talks. What is true so far.
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Strait of Hormuz LNG traffic hits wartime high: what it means for gas
October saw the most LNG tankers leave Hormuz since the Iran war began, tracking data shows. But Qatar is still far below normal. Why Pakistan cares.
Money & Markets
KSE-100 today: PSX jumps 3,300 points as Trump cools Iran strike talk
The KSE-100 rose about 3,300 points in early trade on Tuesday after Trump said military action against Iran is not needed for now and oil slipped below $92.
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Strait of Hormuz deal: Trump calls Iran strikes unlikely after Qatar talks
Trump met Qatar's prime minister on Monday and said new strikes on Iran look unlikely. Both sides now argue over who moves first to reopen Hormuz.
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Task Force Iron Gate: US takes Iran blockade to land borders and Caspian
CENTCOM's new Task Force Iron Gate targets Iran's roads, railways and Caspian routes. Tehran calls it 'wordplay'. What it can do, and what it means for Pakistan.
Money & Markets
Oil price today: Brent near $117 after Hormuz tanker attack, what it means for Pakistan
Brent crude climbed to about $117 a barrel on Friday after a tanker was set on fire near Oman. Why it matters for petrol, diesel and the rupee in Pakistan.
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US and Israel plan Iran strikes after the midterms, reports say, as US diplomats leave Saudi Arabia
A New York Times report says strikes could follow the November 3 vote. Trump hasn't approved them, and US staff are being pulled out of Saudi Arabia.