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28/08/2026

The prime minister of Qatar visited Tehran on Thursday in a bid to revive diplomatic channels, as the US and Iran traded recriminations over Washington’s latest sanctions drive, described by one Iranian official as “all-out economic war”.

Qatar has served as a back-channel negotiator for the warring parties and played a direct role in securing a June ceasefire that briefly led to a cessation of hostilities.

Qatari PM Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, who is also his country’s foreign minister, held talks in Tehran with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, according to Iran’s foreign ministry. Courtesy; Dawn News

28/08/2026

BREAKING: US, Venezuela near deal for long-term American access to Venezuelan crude reserves, sources say.

The deal would let the US lock in oilfields for development by American companies, with supply guaranteed for the US.
Courtesy; Al Jazeera English

27/08/2026

There are currently no negotiations happening between the United States and Iran, but all options remain on the table, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt says in a Fox News interview, according to Reuters.

27/08/2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin has questioned the world’s response to the humanitarian situation in Gaza, highlighting reports of children undergoing medical procedures without adequate pain relief. His remarks have drawn attention to the severe pressure facing Gaza’s healthcare system and the urgent need for humanitarian assistance.

27/08/2026

Irish actor Liam Cunningham has renewed his criticism of silence over the situation in Gaza, urging public figures to speak up rather than remain quiet. He has said that staying silent in the face of suffering is a choice, stressing the importance of compassion, solidarity and standing by humanitarian principles.
Courtesy; Memeiverse

27/08/2026

US President Donald Trump posted a video of him crossing out Lake Ontario on a map and writing ‘Lake America’ instead. It comes amid escalating tensions between the US and Canada after trade talks failed. Courtesy ; Al Jazeera English

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

Meta has agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion in a landmark settlement with US states over allegations that Facebook and Instagram harmed young users and misled consumers about their safety.

The deal includes imposing tighter usage limits and expanding protections for young users.
Courtesy; Al Jazeera English

27/08/2026

Qatar’s prime minister will visit Tehran on Thursday in an effort to relaunch diplomacy after the United States and Iran traded recriminations over Washington’s promise to increase economic pressure on Tehran by targeting its trade partners for sanctions.

Qatar, a Gulf neighbour of Iran and a US ally, has served as a back-channel negotiator for the warring parties and played a direct role in securing the June ceasefire that briefly led to a cessation of hostilities.

The visit comes as the war nears its sixth month with fighting largely paused but no diplomatic breakthrough in sight. The two sides remain at odds over control of the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for global oil supplies that Tehran has used as leverage.Courtesy ; Dawn News

27/08/2026

The Trump administration has paused immigrant visa applications worldwide to accommodate “in-depth training” for consular officers, as it seeks to screen out applicants deemed likely to need US assistance, The Financial Times (FT) reported on Tuesday.

The move marks another step in the Trump administration’s signature drive to reduce immigration into the United States.

Applicants with scheduled interviews at US embassies and consulates received emails saying their appointments were being rescheduled and that they would receive notice of new dates and times. Courtesy; Dawn News