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The United States Embassy Islamabad and consulates in Lahore, Karachi and Peshawar suspended operations after nationwide protests erupted over the reported killing of Ali Khamenei. Clashes across Pakistan left at least 23 dead amid escalating unrest

At the United Nations Security Council, US First Lady Melania Trump proposed a “single digital nation-state,” highlighting blockchain, AI and education’s role in peace. Presiding during America’s rotating presidency, she emphasised children, technology and global understanding amid geopolitical tensions

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington has prepared measures to counter rising oil prices and protect shipping lanes while continuing strikes on Iran’s missile and naval assets, ruling out ground forces and emphasising limited objectives.

Lionel Messi scored two goals, leading Inter Miami to a 4-2 comeback victory over Orlando City. Telasco Segovia also played a pivotal role with a goal and two assists, helping Inter secure their first-ever win at Inter Miami Stadium

India and England will face off once again in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Wankhede. Both teams have a storied history in T20 World Cups, and this clash promises high drama, with India slightly ahead in head-to-head stats

India and Canada signed landmark uranium and critical minerals agreements and pledged to finalise a CEPA this year, setting a target of USD 50 billion in bilateral trade by 2030. The two sides also expanded cooperation in defence, nuclear energy, space and critical technologies

Afghanistan’s men’s cricket team will play a Test match followed by a three-match ODI series in India. The Test will be held in Chandigarh (June 6-10), while the ODIs will take place in Dharamshala, Lucknow, and Chennai

Iran’s envoy to the IAEA alleged that US and Israeli airstrikes targeted the Natanz enrichment facility, contradicting IAEA chief Rafael Grossi, who said there was no indication nuclear installations had been hit. Tehran also criticised Washington at the Board meeting

Brazilian President Lula da Silva’s visit to New Delhi underscored a strong commitment by two of the largest democracies in the Global South to strengthen bilateral trade, critical minerals cooperation, and long-term strategic ties beyond symbolic diplomacy

The conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States intensified dramatically as missile and drone strikes spread across West Asia. Iran and allied groups targeted Israel, Gulf states and US military sites, while US-Israeli forces launched heavy airstrikes inside Iran

The state-run Oman News Agency identified the vessel as MKD VYOM

Iran has ruled out negotiations with the United States amid rising Middle East tensions. Ali Larijani denied reports of backchannel talks, while Tehran condemned US-Israel strikes that reportedly killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and vowed strong retaliation.

Afghanistan’s Defence Ministry claimed it conducted coordinated airstrikes on key Pakistani military installations in response to alleged incursions, warning of further retaliation as cross-border tensions escalated and the Taliban reported casualties among Pakistani forces

Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi described the reported killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei as a turning point, thanked US President Donald Trump for ordering strikes, and outlined a transition roadmap aimed at establishing a democratic Iran.

The Taliban–Pakistan rupture is more than a bilateral dispute; it signals a post-2021 geopolitics shift in South Asia

A key risk arising from the current political vacuum in Iran is that the militant Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps may take over

President Donald Trump ordered targeted US strikes on Iran, announcing the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The move marks a sharp escalation after months of failed diplomacy, raising concerns about regional stability and potential long-term geopolitical consequences.

A powerful explosion shook Tehran on Sunday, sending smoke billowing across the city. The Israeli military claimed responsibility, stating it was targeting the "heart" of the Iranian capital.

Six people were killed and several injured in Karachi during clashes outside the US Consulate following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Police used tear gas and warning shots to disperse protesters amid stone-throwing and unrest

Protests near the US Consulate in Karachi turned violent after Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in US-Israel airstrikes. Demonstrators clashed with police, causing property damage, injuries, and traffic disruptions, prompting law enforcement to use tear gas and baton charges

The death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei triggers a complex succession process led by the Assembly of Experts, with potential interim leadership and speculation over contenders, including his son, amid heightened regional tensions and political uncertainty

US President Donald Trump ordered sweeping strikes on Iran after failed nuclear diplomacy and intelligence assessments, despite doubts about an imminent threat. Backed by regional allies including Mohammed bin Salman, Washington pursued military escalation to curb Tehran’s enrichment ambitions