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Pakistan has emerged as a mediator in US-Iran negotiations, but stalled talks and shifting Washington sentiment may create openings for alternative mediators like Oman, Türkiye, or Egypt to take the lead role.

China's foreign minister Wang Yi called on Pakistan to intensify mediation efforts between Washington and Tehran regarding an Iran crisis, framing these efforts as necessary context for Trump's upcoming Beijing visit. The article reports Wang's praise for Pakistan's existing diplomatic work while emphasizing the urgency of resolving the situation before high-level US-China talks.

A blast at a market in Lakki Marwat, northwest Pakistan killed seven people including two police officials and five civilians, according to police statements reported by Reuters.

Pakistan's foreign ministry attributed a weekend attack on a police post that killed 15 officers to militants based in Afghanistan. The report relies on an official government attribution without additional verification or independent confirmation of the claim.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif issued a statement marking the first anniversary of 'Marka-e-Haq', claiming Pakistan is now recognized as a 'responsible' nation and 'guarantor of global peace and stability.' The report presents his self-characterization without independent verification or opposing perspectives.

Twelve Pakistani police officers were killed in a car bombing at a police post in Bannu, northwestern Pakistan, followed by an armed confrontation with militants. The incident is reported through a single senior police officer's account with minimal additional detail or context.

A car bombing at a police post in northwestern Pakistan killed at least three officers on Saturday, with additional casualties feared. The incident was reported by Reuters correspondents and carries implications of ongoing security threats in the region.

A Qatari LNG tanker (Al Kharaitiyat) departed from Ras Laffan and is sailing toward the Strait of Hormuz en route to Port Qasim in Pakistan. The vessel's movement is documented through shipping data tracked by LSEG. This appears to be routine commercial maritime activity with no incident or unusual event reported.

China's state broadcaster CCTV has publicly confirmed for the first time that China provided on-site technical support to Pakistan during a conflict with India, with a Chinese engineer interviewed about his role in the support operation. The report indicates Chinese-made fighters shot down at least one Indian aircraft during the conflict.

Pakistan's Foreign Office spokesperson states that Pakistan is open to dialogue with India but insists it must be 'meaningful.' The statement references last year's military conflict and asserts Pakistan will respond with full strength to any aggression.

A classroom roof collapsed in Dera Ghazi Khan, Punjab province, Pakistan, killing at least four schoolchildren and injuring several others. The incident occurred on Thursday and was reported by Punjab Emergency Services Rescue 1122.

The US is closing its consulate in Peshawar, Pakistan, citing safety concerns and resource management, with projected annual savings of $7.5 million. The closure is framed as the first American consulate abroad to shut under Trump's budget-cutting agenda, following the post's historical role as a frontline position near Afghanistan.

The US Department of State announced a phased closure of its consulate in Peshawar, Pakistan, citing commitment to diplomatic personnel safety. Responsibility for diplomatic engagement with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province will transfer to another US facility. The article provides minimal detail beyond this announcement.

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar claims significant progress in negotiations to end the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, stating consultations are ongoing and expressing hope for a win-win resolution that also prevents attacks on Gulf states.

The article examines whether a Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defense pact could provide Chinese military technology with combat-tested credibility through potential involvement in Iran-related conflicts. It frames China's historically cautious military posture as creating pressure to demonstrate weapons effectiveness in real warfare scenarios.

At least 10 people died in Karachi during an intense heatwave affecting Pakistan's Sindh province, with five bodies recovered from various locations and five additional deaths occurring during hospital treatment for heatstroke.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi states that military force cannot resolve the Strait of Hormuz crisis and calls for diplomatic solutions, with Pakistan mediating talks. He warns the US and UAE against deeper involvement, cautioning against being drawn into a 'quagmire by ill-wishers.'