Link to article: https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-03-20-2026 The AP News live coverage reports that U.S. President Donald Trump signaled he may “wind down” the military operation in the Middle East, even as the United States continues to send more troops and warships to the region. This statement comes nearly three weeks into an escalating war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. Despite… Read more »
breaking news updates Trump says he is considering ‘winding down’ Middle East military operation Link to article: https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-03-20-2026 This article article reports that Donald Trump claimed the United States is in talks with Iran to end the ongoing war, suggesting there is a strong possibility of reaching a deal soon. Trump stated that U.S. envoys had been communicating with a… Read more »
Link to article: https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-03-23-2026 This article describes the ongoing war between Iran, Israel, and the United States, which began after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran in late February 2026. As of March 23, the conflict continues to escalate with ongoing airstrikes, missile attacks, and troop deployments across the Middle East. Iran has launched missiles and drones targeting Israel and… Read more »
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/18/afghans-search-for-loved-ones-kabul-rehab-centre-pakistan-airstrike Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan escalated following a series of Pakistani airstrikes in Kabul that reportedly killed hundreds of people. Pakistan claimed the strikes targeted militant groups, particularly the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), which it accuses of operating from Afghan territory. However, Afghan officials under the Taliban government argued that many civilians were killed, sparking international concern and outrage. The… Read more »
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/government-calls-all-party-meet-today-to-address-concerns-over-west-asia-crisis/articleshow/129789078.cms India’s government convened an emergency all-party meeting to address the growing crisis in West Asia and its potential impact on the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior officials emphasized the need for a unified national response as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate. The conflict is particularly significant for India due to its heavy dependence… Read more »
https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/pakistan-leans-us-iran-ties-emerge-potential-peacebroker-2026-03-24 Pakistan is positioning itself as a potential mediator between the United States and Iran amid rising tensions in the Middle East. According to a recent Reuters report, Pakistan has leveraged its diplomatic relationships with both countries to open communication channels and possibly host negotiations. The country shares a border with Iran and has historically maintained ties with Washington, placing… Read more »
https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-uzbekistan-sign-critical-minerals-pact-2026-02-18 The United States and Uzbekistan signed a Joint Investment Framework agreement to cooperate on the development of critical minerals. The deal aims to increase investment in exploration, mining, and processing of minerals essential for modern technology, including copper, lithium, uranium, and tungsten. The agreement includes plans to establish a joint investment holding company that would support future projects and… Read more »
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/trump-hosts-central-asian-leaders-as-u-s-seeks-to-circumvent-china-on-rare-earth-metals The United States hosted leaders from five Central Asian countries—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan—in Washington to discuss cooperation on critical minerals and rare earth metalsused in high-tech industries. The meeting reflects the U.S. effort to reduce reliance on China, which dominates the global production and processing of rare earth minerals. During the summit, officials discussed expanding trade, increasing investment… Read more »
Link to the article: https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2026/3/20/will-russian-oil-be-the-biggest-winner-in-the-us-israel-war-on-iran The article discusses how Russian oil has emerged as a major beneficiary of the ongoing U.S.-Israel war on Iran. Disruptions to oil exports caused by Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for global energy supplies, have created a shortage that countries are seeking to fill. In response, the U.S. temporarily eased… Read more »
Link to the article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/18/pakistan-and-afghanistan-agree-to-temporary-eid-al-fitr-pause-in-conflict Pakistan and Afghanistan have announced a temporary pause in hostilities to coincide with the Eid al-Fitr holiday, following weeks of intense fighting along their shared border. The five-day truce, requested by Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Turkiye, will begin at midnight Thursday and last until the following Tuesday. Pakistani officials described the pause as a gesture… Read more »
