North Korea fires several missiles into the Japanese waters, prompting an alert in Japan. In a statement, Japan’s Prime Minister’s Office confirmed that North Korea has launched missiles, stating that information and analysis are being gathered. The statement advised taking necessary precautions to ensure the safety of aircraft, ships, and other assets. The office also stated that all relevant agencies in the country are on high alert.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has announced that negotiations with Iran will begin soon, possibly without Iran’s participation due to JD Vance security reasons. The global market has witnessed a decline in crude oil prices, with a 21% drop in Brent crude oil prices in the London International Market.
A senior Iranian official has stated that Iran may control the Strait of Hormuz on Fridays and Saturdays, limiting its opening to a limited extent. Israeli Army Chief, General Eyal Zamir, has said that Israel will continue to launch attacks on Hezbollah strongholds in Lebanon without a ceasefire. The two-week ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran has been hailed as a positive development worldwide, with Austria’s top leadership praising Pakistan’s role in this development.
Several European newspapers have published reports highlighting Pakistan’s key role in the US-Iran ceasefire agreement. Some of these reports have mentioned the special role of Field Marshal Asim Munir, DG ISI Lieutenant General Asim Munir, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar in this regard.
The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and the President of the European External Action Service, Josep Borrell, have issued separate statements. Chairman of the Kashmir Council EU, Ali Raza Syed, has stated that Pakistan’s role in the US-Iran ceasefire agreement is commendable. This is a significant and positive development.
The United Arab Emirates has stated that its air defense has destroyed 17 ballistic missiles. The Emirati Ministry of Defense has stated that 35 drones were fired by Iran. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has emphasized that no action should be taken to undermine the ceasefire agreement.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has welcomed the Iran ceasefire agreement and has expressed his readiness for a ceasefire with Russia. Since the ceasefire announcement, there has been a decrease in ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stated that ceasefire violations are affecting the spirit of peace.
US President Donald Trump has announced that negotiations with Iran will begin soon, possibly without Iran’s participation due to JD Vance security reasons. Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has spoken with Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defense Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir.
The global market has witnessed a decline in crude oil prices, with a 21% drop in Brent crude oil prices in the London International Market. The Islamabad District Administration has announced a public holiday on April 9 and 10.
