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In a shocking turn of events, US President Donald Trump has revealed that Pakistani leadership has urged him not to launch a strike on Iran. In a statement on the social media platform X, Trump said that the ceasefire will be extended until the negotiation process is complete. He claimed that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir had requested him to hold off on the attack until Iran’s leadership sends a unified proposal.
Trump stated that he has instructed his military to maintain the standoff and remain prepared in all aspects. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron announced the death of a diplomat injured in Lebanon. UAE’s Prime Minister Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced a new metro line for Dubai, which will be completed at a cost of $26 billion by November this year.
In an interview with an American newspaper, Trump expressed optimism about the second round of negotiations, expecting a positive outcome. Indonesia condemned Israel’s flag-raising on the debris of the Indonesian hospital in Gaza. Iran’s crisis is not just a short-term or minor issue but a severe crisis akin to those of 1973 and 2022, said Dr. Massoud Pezeshkian, adding that the institution has faced risks and protected the country’s revolutionary values.
According to Press TV, Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed to have seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, accusing them of violating international law. In a statement, Esmaeil Baqaee said that when diplomacy is seen as beneficial for national interests, they will take action. Both ships were apprehended in the Strait of Hormuz, putting safety at risk.
The situation in Afghanistan remains uncertain regarding its representation in the UN, with the country being absent from the General Assembly for the fourth consecutive year. Aviezer Kopel said that a new war in the region would have severe consequences for global economies. Iran marks the day of Sheikh Saadi Shirazi on April 21 every year.
Contrary to US claims, at least 34 tankers have successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz, despite the naval blockade, with some Iranian tankers carrying oil. According to an analysis in Indian media, Iran has used the Strait of Hormuz as its most powerful strategic asset, crucial for global energy trade, rather than nuclear weapons. The Chinese Foreign Ministry said the current regional situation is a critical juncture between war and peace.
A new report by the UN’s International Organization for Migration (IOM) revealed that 7,904 migrants have died or gone missing on various routes between 2025 and 2025. US media reported that Trump has extended the US-Iran ceasefire for 3-5 days. Press TV reported that the Revolutionary Guard claimed to have seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, accusing them of violating international law. The Ministry of Energy has made solar system installation licenses mandatory for all users. Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to investigate Mohammad Nawaz’s positive test result. Sources said Dr. Hasnat has requested two months to join the team and has visited the Jinnah Cardiac Institute. A female karate athlete from Quetta died after falling from a scooter.
