Russia sends 150 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Iran via Azerbaijan
RIYADH, Friday, March 27, 2026 (WNP): Russia has dispatched a fresh consignment of humanitarian assistance to Iran, with seven trucks carrying approximately 150 tonnes of relief supplies crossing the Azerbaijani-Iranian border on March 27, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia. The aid convoy, which transited through Azerbaijan, has been handed over to Iranian authorities for distribution among...
Trump questions US commitment to NATO, cites imbalance in defense burden
WASHINGTON, Friday, March 27, 2026 (WNP): US President Donald Trump has cast doubt on Washington’s future commitment to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, criticizing the alliance for what he described as a lack of reciprocal support for the United States. Speaking on the issue, President Trump said that while the US has consistently provided substantial financial and military backing to...
Saudi Envoy warns of global impact of Iran attacks, praises Pakistan’s peace efforts
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, March 26, 2026 (WNP): Saudi Ambassador to Pakistan Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki on Thursday expressed deep concern over recent Iranian attacks targeting Gulf countries, warning of serious regional and global consequences while praising Pakistan’s role in promoting peace. In a video statement, the ambassador said the attacks on Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states constituted an “unjustified aggression”...
Pakistan reaffirms solidarity with Iran, pledges stronger bilateral ties
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, March 26, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam called on Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan on Thursday to discuss the evolving regional situation and matters of mutual interest, with both sides reaffirming commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. During the meeting, the federal minister expressed deep grief and extended condolences over the reported...
Iranian Military Media issues stark warning to US forces in video amid rising tensions
TEHRAN, Thursday, March 26, 2026 (WNP): Iranian military-affiliated media has released a video message addressing United States forces, amid rising regional tensions and heightened rhetoric surrounding the ongoing crisis. The video, circulated on official and semi-official platforms, delivers a direct message to American soldiers, portraying Iran as a formidable force in ground warfare and warning of the capabilities of its...
PM Shehbaz, Chinese Envoy reaffirm strategic partnership, pledge to advance CPEC 2.0, regional stability
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, March 26, 2026 (WNP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening strategic cooperation with China, as Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong called on him at the Prime Minister’s House. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Syed Tariq Fatemi, and the Foreign Secretary were also present during the...
GCC bears 83% of Iran’s missile, drone attacks, dwarfing 17% targeting Israel: Analysis
Tehran’s assertions appear increasingly contradicted by operational data, as Gulf Cooperation Council states account for 83 percent of Iran’s missile and drone strikes, compared with just 17 percent directed at Israel, underscoring a disproportionate impact on its regional neighbors LONDON, Thursday, March 26, 2026 (WNP): The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states have borne the brunt of retaliatory strikes by Iran...
PM Shehbaz, Saudi Crown Prince discuss regional tensions, reaffirm solidarity, call for de-escalation
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (WNP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday held a telephone conversation with Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, during which he briefed him on Pakistan’s constructive diplomatic outreach aimed at de-escalation and resolving differences through dialogue and diplomacy. According to an official statement, the “warm and cordial” conversation took place early Wednesday...