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E-Paper | June 02, 2026

Iran willing to negotiate ‘aspects’ of nuclear programme, Rubio says amid escalating scrutiny over war

Iran willing to negotiate ‘aspects’ of nuclear programme, Rubio says amid escalating scrutiny over war

Trump administration has not proposed sanctions relief in exchange for Iran opening the Strait of Hormuz, US secretary of state says.

Published 02 Jun, 2026 09:01pm

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Pakistan, 7 other Muslim countries condemn Israeli incursions into Al-Aqsa Mosque, call for an immediate halt

Pakistan, 7 other Muslim countries condemn Israeli incursions into Al-Aqsa Mosque, call for an immediate halt

"The foreign ministers stress that these provocative and unacceptable actions constitute a flagrant violation of international law," the FO says.

Published 02 Jun, 2026 09:42pm

80pc chance of El Niño developing June-August: UN

80pc chance of El Niño developing June-August: UN

WMO chief says El Niño could “exacerbate drought and heavy rainfall and increase the risk of heatwaves both on land and in the ocean".

Published 02 Jun, 2026 12:41pm

Astronomers discover exoplanets with magnetic fields

Astronomers discover exoplanets with magnetic fields

A magnetic field is an invisible force field generated by the movement of electrically conducting material deep inside a planet — a molten metal core — combined with the planet’s rotation.

Published 02 Jun, 2026 02:50pm

Nationality of deceased not confirmed yet, says FO on reports of Pakistani farmers' murder in Italy

Nationality of deceased not confirmed yet, says FO on reports of Pakistani farmers' murder in Italy

Pakistani embassy in Italy is following up on the matter and is in touch with local authorities, FO says; two Pakistani nationals reportedly arrested.

Updated 02 Jun, 2026 07:31pm

Branded Content

'From Collapse to Comeback': The rise of ABHI Bank

'From Collapse to Comeback': The rise of ABHI Bank

The shareholder’s origins have always been rooted in technology and financial innovation.

Why investors who know Lahore are looking closely at Alif Holdings’ 20 Canal Residence

Why investors who know Lahore are looking closely at Alif Holdings’ 20 Canal Residence

20 Canal Residence: Where prestige meets income.

The Best Free Islamic Tools—No Ads, No Strings Attached

The Best Free Islamic Tools—No Ads, No Strings Attached

Compare the best free Islamic tools for prayer times and Qibla, with QuranTime offering full access—no ads, no sign-up needed.

The unravelling of the American empire

The unravelling of the American empire

Editorial: What exactly is the US trying to achieve with military action against Iran amid talks?

Editorial: What exactly is the US trying to achieve with military action against Iran amid talks?

A democracy of cockroaches?

A democracy of cockroaches?

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Internet political commentators Hasan Piker, Cenk Uygur barred from travelling to London conference

Internet political commentators Hasan Piker, Cenk Uygur barred from travelling to London conference

Indian singer Suman Kalyanpur of ‘Aajkal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche’ fame passes away at 89

Indian singer Suman Kalyanpur of ‘Aajkal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche’ fame passes away at 89

Stars out of alignment as push for work-life balance in Bollywood in the spotlight

Stars out of alignment as push for work-life balance in Bollywood in the spotlight

Indie-horror films Obsession and Backrooms perform at box office with Gen Z's blessing

Indie-horror films Obsession and Backrooms perform at box office with Gen Z's blessing

Austrian man behind foiled 2024 bombing of Taylor Swift concert sentenced to 15 years in jail

Austrian man behind foiled 2024 bombing of Taylor Swift concert sentenced to 15 years in jail

Hollywood pays tribute to Marilyn Monroe on her 100th birthday

Hollywood pays tribute to Marilyn Monroe on her 100th birthday

WHO reports sharp drop in suspected Ebola cases from 906 to 116

WHO reports sharp drop in suspected Ebola cases from 906 to 116

Some 321 cases have now been confirmed in the Congo, including 48 deaths

Published 02 Jun, 2026 06:16pm

Russian drones, missiles strike Ukraine in major attack; 10 dead, dozens wounded

Russian drones, missiles strike Ukraine in major attack; 10 dead, dozens wounded

“Intelligence warnings regarding Russian strikes remain in effect; a massive strike is possible," says Ukranian president.

Published 02 Jun, 2026 10:36am

Trump loses his temper with Netanyahu in expletive-laden call on Israel's escalation in Lebanon: report

Trump loses his temper with Netanyahu in expletive-laden call on Israel's escalation in Lebanon: report

According to Axios, Trump called Netanyahu “crazy” and accused him of ingratitude.

Updated 02 Jun, 2026 01:42pm

India, US close to signing first phase of trade deal: Indian minister

India, US close to signing first phase of trade deal: Indian minister

“About 99 per cent of the issues have been settled,” Piyush Goyal says, months after the two sides reached an initial understanding.

Published 02 Jun, 2026 10:51am

'The bridge between confrontation and peace': Pakistan calls for stronger mediation efforts to prevent conflicts

'The bridge between confrontation and peace': Pakistan calls for stronger mediation efforts to prevent conflicts

"Mediation must become the guiding principle of prevention, not an instrument of crisis management," Pakistan's UN envoy says.

Published 02 Jun, 2026 08:59am

South Asia

Myanmar president holds trade and security talks with India's Modi

Myanmar president holds trade and security talks with India's Modi

India takes down giant Messi statue

India takes down giant Messi statue

US-based Coinbase offers trading using Indian rupee

US-based Coinbase offers trading using Indian rupee

Myanmar president arrives in India to strengthen ties

Myanmar president arrives in India to strengthen ties

Middle East

Lebanon tensions overshadow talks between US, Iran

Lebanon tensions overshadow talks between US, Iran

Tehran responds with air base attack after US strikes Iranian military sites

Tehran responds with air base attack after US strikes Iranian military sites

Iran wary of US intent as Trump ‘toughens deal’

Iran wary of US intent as Trump ‘toughens deal’

Israel captures Lebanon's medieval Beaufort Castle in 'deepest incursion in 26 years'

Israel captures Lebanon's medieval Beaufort Castle in 'deepest incursion in 26 years'

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AI giant Anthropic confidentially files for IPO

France bans Israel from weapons show

Five killed as suspected WWII ordnance explodes in Indonesia

Mandelson documents cast light on messy clearance process

IAEA, Russia hold talks over N-plant hit by Kiev

Gains generated by AI must benefit workers, says UN

Norway recovers porcelain, chandeliers from 18th century shipwreck

Trump fan, leftist lawyer to contest runoff in Colombia

Nvidia launches chip to bring AI directly to PCs

France seizes Russia-linked oil tanker with alleged ties to Iranian magnate

Hamas to hold talks with Gaza mediators in Egypt

Wise under probe

Man stuck in 120-metre-deep cave rescued in Italy

Reshaping the world with fairness and peace

Could India’s Gen Z rebellion begin with cockroaches?

Over 1.5m foreign tourists arrive in Seoul in April

Turning simple travel into immersive experiences

Curfew imposed around ICE centre after violence

Israeli offensive in Lebanon sparks global outrage

O’Sullivan clan gathering in Ireland breaks world record

Blast in rebel-held Myanmar kills 55

Man jumps from air balloon above van Gogh town

US House proposal seeks unprecedented military integration with Israel

Rival events divide Turkiye’s main opposition party