65 Years On: How Yuri Gagarin Opened the Path to the Stars
Sixty-five years ago, on April 12, 1961, a single human orbit changed the course of history and redefined humanity’s place in the universe. On that morning, a Soviet rocket lifted off from Baikonur Cosmodrome carrying a young pilot whose name would become synonymous with the dawn of the space age.
Grateful to ‘friendly and brotherly’ Pakistan for hosting US–Iran peace talks — Qalibaf
Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has thanked Pakistan for hosting and facilitating high-level peace talks between Tehran and Washington, even as negotiations ended without a breakthrough. Speaking after the collapse of marathon discussions in Islamabad, Qalibaf described Pakistan as a “friendly and brotherly” nation and expressed appreciation for its
Trump Announces Planned Naval Blockade of Strait of Hormuz After Failed Iran Talks
US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will begin a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions with Iran following the collapse of high-level negotiations in Pakistan. In a strongly worded statement posted on his social media platform, Trump said the talks had largely progressed
US–Iran Talks Collapse After 21-Hour Marathon in Islamabad
High-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran collapsed after nearly 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, deepening uncertainty over regional security and nuclear diplomacy. The talks, facilitated by Pakistan and involving senior political, military and technical officials, ended without agreement early Sunday, with both sides blaming each other for
Russian Mufti Urges Islamic Summit in Tehran, Pushes for Independence from Western Mediation
Albir Krganov, the head of the Spiritual Assembly of Muslims of Russia and Mufti of Moscow, has called on Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to convene a summit of leaders from Muslim-majority countries, proposing Tehran as the host city. In his appeal, Krganov argued that the Islamic world should take
Russia Declares Easter Ceasefire, Keeps Troops on High Alert
Russia has announced a temporary ceasefire in its ongoing war with Ukraine, citing observance of Orthodox Easter, one of the most significant dates on the Christian calendar. The directive was issued by Russian President Vladimir Putin, who ordered a halt to combat operations from 4:00 p.m. on April 11 until
Russia, China Sink Hormuz Resolution, Argue Move Clears Path for Ceasefire Talks
Russia and China have defended their move to block a United Nations Security Council resolution on securing navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, saying the decision has instead created room for ceasefire talks and renewed diplomatic engagement across the Middle East. The draft resolution, tabled by Bahrain and backed by
Oil Tanker Movement Disrupted in Strait of Hormuz as Middle East Tensions Escalate
Transit of oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz has been disrupted amid rising tensions in the Middle East following renewed Israeli strikes on Lebanon, according to Iranian media reports. Iran’s Fars News Agency said the slowdown in tanker movement coincided with the latest wave of Israeli attacks, heightening concerns
Iran Praises Pakistan’s Mediation as Security Council Sets Tough Terms for Fragile Ceasefire
Iran has hailed Pakistan’s leadership for brokering a fragile diplomatic breakthrough with the United States, as a two-week ceasefire takes effect amid sharp declines in global oil prices and cautious optimism for de-escalation in one of the world’s most volatile regions. In a carefully worded statement, Iran’s Foreign Minister, Seyed
Sarah Mullally Installed as First Female Archbishop of Canterbury
History was made at Canterbury Cathedral as Sarah Mullally was formally installed as the first woman to lead the Church of England, stepping into one of Christianity’s oldest and most symbolic roles. Before a congregation of nearly 2,000 including Prince William and Catherine alongside Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Mullally took
