World Short News

Iran US ceasefire talks under Pakistan mediation aim to de-escalate tensions, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and discuss sanctions and enrichment in a two-week window.

Oil prices slipped below USD 100 per barrel with the ceasefire easing supply fears through the Strait of Hormuz, while market sentiment remained cautious about longer-term risks.

Clashes between the Afghan Taliban and Pakistan reignited in February. Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of harboring hostile militants, which Kabul denies. China has offered to mediate in easing tensions.

Funeral prayers in Ain Saadeh follow an Israeli airstrike that killed Lebanese Forces official Pierre Mouawad and his wife, sharpening Lebanon-Hezbollah tensions.