Asim Munir

Pakistan's dual-track diplomacy helped calm the US-Iran crisis through diplomatic efforts.

Iran's leadership has tightened its grip, appointing hard-line figures, amid a prolonged confrontation with the US.

Trump says all mines have been removed from the Strait of Hormuz, warning against new mine placement.

China opposes US sanctions against Iran as illegal, vowing to defend its interests as Treasury Secretary Bessent targets Chinese oil buyers and companies, while diplomatic channels through Pakistan explore potential resolution regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

The United States imposed comprehensive unilateral sanctions on Iran targeting five critical sectors-digital assets, technology, gold, aviation, and shipping-to curtail regime funding, though experts say it unlikely forces Tehran's compliance while further straining the global economy.

The United States offered Iran sanctions relief and an end to its naval blockade in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and halting proxy attacks, conveyed through Pakistan's army chief, amid ongoing regional tensions over the critical waterway carrying twenty percent of global oil.

The FTSE 100 Index closed up 31.84 points at 10,886.16 as oil prices fell.

The US intensified economic sanctions on Iran while tanker attacks disrupted Strait of Hormuz shipping, causing UAE flight cancellations and delays as Pakistan mediated between Washington and Tehran seeking de-escalation.

The United States proposed lifting Iran's naval blockade and economic sanctions in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and halting regional proxy attacks, conveyed by Pakistan's military chief during diplomatic negotiations.

Trump spoke with Pakistan Army Chief Munir last week to discuss Iran before Munir's Tehran visit.

The United States prepares its toughest sanctions against Iran after diplomacy stalls.

The US Treasury prepares unprecedented financial sanctions against Iran as Trump declares Tehran collapsing, with the rial plummeting past two million per dollar while China and Pakistan pursue parallel diplomatic solutions to regional instability.

Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir visited Tehran for mediation talks amid escalating US-Iran tensions, as America prepared major economic sanctions and a missile struck a tanker in the Red Sea.

The US Treasury Department, under Secretary Scott Bessent, is launching what it describes as history's greatest financial offensive against Iran through comprehensive sanctions targeting trading partners, while Tehran threatens to block Persian Gulf oil exports in response to the economic pressure campaign.

Pakistan seeks improved ties with Washington as relations between the two nations warm up.

Iran's rial collapsed to a record 2 million per dollar, declining over 7 percent weekly and doubling yearly, amid escalating US economic pressure and threats of regional military escalation between Washington and Tehran.

Iran confirms Asim Munir's visit to Tehran on Monday.

Pakistan denies its army chief visited Iran as a US envoy, citing mediation efforts instead.

Qatar's prime minister visits Tehran to revive US-Iran talks and de-escalate tensions.

Iranian analysts assert the US cannot dislodge Tehran's control over the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran warns regional states against supporting American sanctions, signaling a shift from strategic patience to preemptive action amid complex negotiations shaped by global power dynamics.

The US threatened severe economic consequences against Iran as tensions escalated over Iran's potential decision to cease all oil exports, signaling a major confrontation in global energy markets and international relations.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Pakistan's army chief discussed regional developments and peace efforts by phone.

Pakistan and Iran made significant progress in conflict talks.

The Trump administration launched "Operation Economic Outcast" to isolate Iran globally, prompting Iranian threats of retaliation while China and Iran condemned the expanded sanctions campaign as destabilizing and counterproductive to ongoing negotiations.

Pakistan and Iran made significant progress in conflict talks, according to a minister.

The US Treasury unveiled expanded sanctions targeting 60 Iranian entities Monday while omitting Chinese financial institutions, prompting Tehran to threaten retaliation despite Washington softening enforcement timelines to allow compliance periods.

Treasury Secretary Bessent announced Trump administration threats of additional secondary sanctions against Iran while requesting international cooperation from world leaders to increase pressure on the Iranian government.

Iran's Rezaei urges the US to take practical steps to implement the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.

Pakistani Army Commander Asim Munir met Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf in Tehran on Monday.

Iran nhận được lời mời tham gia Hiệp ước phòng thủ chung Mecca từ Pakistan.

Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary threatened to halt all Gulf oil exports if US economic sanctions continue, as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced major new financial measures against Tehran amid six-month conflict escalation.

The US threatened Iran with an unprecedented financial offensive, intensifying geopolitical tensions amid ongoing disputes between the two nations over regional influence and nuclear negotiations.

Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi claimed US economic sanctions have repeatedly failed to coerce Tehran's policy changes, while Iran simultaneously pursues regional diplomatic initiatives with Egypt and Pakistan to ease West Asian tensions through respectful engagement.

Iran's Foreign Minister dismissed threatened U.S. sanctions as desperate, claiming new measures will fail amid ongoing conflict since February 2026, while Tehran maintains Strait of Hormuz blockade disrupting global oil shipments.

Army chief Asim Munir visited Pakistan's largest defence industrial complex to review production capabilities.

Qatar's PM Al Thani visits Tehran to discuss de-escalation amid the US-Iran conflict.

Iran's attacks destroyed US intelligence bases and surveillance systems in the Middle East, causing billions of dollars in damage.

Pakistan and Iran made significant progress in conflict talks, according to a minister.

The US has increased unilateral sanctions on Iran, according to China Daily.

Iran pursues a three-pronged strategy combining diplomacy, economic resistance, and military readiness against US sanctions, while regional partners explore engagement and Islamic unity to reduce dependency on single trade hubs and maintain security autonomy.

China denounced US threats of secondary sanctions over its substantial trade with Iran, warning it would take necessary measures to protect its interests, as the Trump administration weighs confronting Beijing's financial system while managing summit preparations.

Qatar and Pakistan pursue diplomatic mediation to resolve US-Iran tensions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz despite US sanctions, while Iran reports extensive damage to over fifty broadcast facilities amid ongoing conflict escalation.

Pakistani military and government officials met Iranian leadership, signaling progress on reviving their bilateral memorandum of understanding amid broader U.S.-Iran tensions and American sanctions expansion efforts.

Trump administration expands economic sanctions on Iran across five critical sectors while Pakistan's army chief mediates peace efforts, as US Treasury pursues economic pressure amid stalled Middle East conflict negotiations.

Ghalibaf meets with Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir in Tehran on Monday.

Pakistan's talks with Iran will focus on a comprehensive resolution to the Middle East conflict.

Iran's Foreign Ministry announces Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir will visit Tehran on Monday.

Pakistan's army chief visits Iran to discuss regional security and potentially mediate US-Iran tensions.

Iranian President Pezeshkian defended a US memorandum as essential for economic survival amid sanctions and conflict, while Trump threatened crushing sanctions and House Speaker Johnson sought resolution before midterm elections within 73 days.

Pakistan's Chief of Defense Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir visited Tehran to strengthen bilateral ties and advance regional security through strategic talks, building on Pakistan's mediation efforts in West Asia conflicts.