Iran-US tensions spur ASEAN security push: Hassan Wirajuda

Business : Malaysia Welcomes Understanding Between US, Iran – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has welcomed the understanding reached between the United States and Iran aimed at ending months of hostilities, while commending the role of Gulf countries, Türkiye, Pakistan and others in facilitating the memorandum of understanding.

Tahawol: Renewed tension between Iran and US discussed

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Ketegangan memuncak selepas Iran serang Bahrain, Kuwait

TEHERAN: Ketegangan memuncak di Asia Barat selepas Iran dan Amerika Syarikat (AS) selaing berbalas serangan sejak Jumaat lalu. Pengawal Revolusi Islam Iran (IRGC) turut me­ngancam akan menghentikan sepenuhnya rundingan damai dengan AS jika Washington meneruskan serangan terhadap republik Islam itu. Amaran itu dikeluarkan selepas Teheran melancarkan serangan terhadap beberapa kemudahan tentera termasuk ibu pejabat Armada ... Read more The post Ketegangan memuncak selepas Iran serang Bahrain, Kuwait appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Pakistan Urges US and Iran to Live Up to MOU Obligations

Islamabad, July 08 (QNA) - Pakistan has urged the United States and Iran to live up to their obligations under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), emphasizing that the memorandum still constitutes an enduring foundation for consolidating understanding, mutual respect, and prosperity in the region and beyond.

US strikes 10 targets in Iran, Tehran launches attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain: Latest escalation in West Asia war

The latest exchange of attacks risks escalating the conflict in West Asia once again, despite Iran and the United States reaching an interim agreement.

Pakistan urges restraint amid renewed U.S.-Iran tensions

Islamabad, July 9 (SANA) Pakistan on Thursday called on the United States and Iran to exercise restraint and resolve their differences through dialogue and diplomacy following renewed military escalation between the two countries. Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the renewed conflict serves no one’s interests and urged both sides to avoid actions []

Chip Stocks Extend Losses as Middle East Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher

Global financial markets have been under pressure as renewed fighting between the United States and Iran threatens the fragile ceasefire reached last month. Fresh U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets, Tehran’s retaliatory attacks on U.S. facilities in the Gulf, and Washington’s decision to restore sanctions on Iranian oil have reignited concerns over energy supplies. The [] The post Chip Stocks Extend Losses as Middle East Tensions Push Oil Prices Higher appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

US and Iran trade attacks and threats as tensions escalate in Gulf region

US and Iran trade attacks and threats as tensions escalate in Gulf region

Anwar welcomes US-Iran breakthrough but warns peace remains fragile

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 — Malaysia has welcomed the understanding reached between the United States and Iran aimed at...

Why US-Iran confrontation persist despite diplomacy

The latest escalation between the United States and Iran illustrates a recurring paradox in Middle Eastern geopolitics, where diplomatic engagement and military confrontation are not mutually exclusive.

How Iran's strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait forced the US to reassess military presence in Middle East

The back-and-forth attacks between the United States (US) and Iran, despite them signing a peace deal this month, have once again escalated the tensions in the Middle East, with analysts fearing that it could further disrupt the global supply chains. These strikes are a result of Iran targeting a container vessel near Oman's coast in the Strait of Hormuz.

Israel’s ‘campaign between the wars’ against Iran hurts US Ties

How strategy to contain Iran and its allies risks further straining ties with US

New ‘deconfliction mechanism’ for Lebanon excludes Israel, limits 'freedom of action': Report

The reported five-nation mechanism shifts the regional security framework toward a model that includes direct Iranian participation

Malaysia’s position, influence as trading nation a trademark of economic diplomacy: Anwar

Malaysia’s position, influence as trading nation a trademark of economic diplomacy: Anwar

Escalation in Strait of Hormuz: Iran Conducts Military Strike

Iran's recent military action in the Strait of Hormuz raises tensions. US and regional responses are closely monitored.

Jordan, Bahrain drawn deeper into Iran's regional storm as ceasefire collapse puts pressure on Gulf

Missile attacks, maritime tensions, and the collapse of the June ceasefire are increasing pressure on Gulf governments to balance security with diplomacy.

Pakistan gains favor with Trump as Iran mediator, history raises reliability concerns

The Islamic Republic of Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator between Iran and the United States as the two countries attempt to negotiate an end to the war that President Donald Trump launched earlier this year. “Very good, we love Pakistan,” Vice President JD Vance told a reporter who asked about Pakistan’s role in []...Click to read more

Asean’s side deals in Myanmar risk missing where the power truly lies

As Asean foreign ministers prepare to meet in Manila from July 21-22, a quiet but significant shift is under way in the bloc’s approach to Myanmar. Although the Association of Southeast Asian Nations remains formally committed to the “five-point consensus”, several member states appear to be reconsidering the collective pressure strategy adopted since the 2021 coup. Rather than abandoning the consensus outright, they argue that more direct engagement with Naypyidaw may be necessary to encourage...

Number of ships crossing Strait of Hormuz falls by 80% amid escalation — Bloomberg

This is due to carriers' concerns over the latest escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran

Pakistan, UN & Britain Urge US-Iran Restraint | Global Alarm Over Gulf Tensions Escalation | Dawn

Pakistan, the United Nations, and the United Kingdom have called for restraint and renewed diplomatic efforts as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate. The appeals come amid growing international concern that further military action could destabilize the Gulf region and increase the risk of a wider conflict. The crisis is being closely monitored by governments, global markets, and security experts due to its potential impact on regional stability, international trade, energy supplies, and global diplomacy. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #iran #unitedstates #pakistan #unitednations #unitedkingdom #middleeast #worldnews #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

Pakistan urges Washington, Tehran to exercise restraint, uphold memorandum of understanding

ISLAMABAD, July 09 (YPA) – Pakistan, which played a mediating role between the United States and Iran, urged both sides to de-escalate tensions and adhere to the terms of the memorandum of understanding signed between them to end the war in the Middle East, following renewed mutual escalation on Wednesday. In a statement, Pakistan’s Ministry []

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Qatar: Arab States Working on New Security Framework with Iran

The Qatari Prime Minister said that Gulf Arab states are speaking with Iran about developing a new regional security framework. The Gulf Arab states, which host US military bases, became targets of Iranian missiles during the war. “Part of what we are doing now, as regional countries, is to create this regional security framework between []

Middle East Conflict: Oil Tanker Hit by Unidentified Projectile in Strait of Hormuz Amid Escalating Iran-US Tensions

The attack came as tensions between Iran and the United States escalated, with both sides accusing each other of violating a recently reached ceasefire and carrying out fresh military strikes.

Oil off its highs but risks return

Oil prices came under significant pressure following the temporary deal between the US and Iran. But the recent flare-up in hostilities poses risks. The key factors for the outlook remain the sustainability of the Persian Gulf supply recovery and how soon Chinese buying returns to the market

Arab Parliament urges inclusion of Gulf security concerns in future US-Iran negotiations

CAIRO, 30th June, 2026 (WAM) -- Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, Speaker for the Arab Parliament, has stressed that any understandings or agreements between the United States and Iran must take into account the security concerns of Arab countries, particularly the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, and ensure their inclusion in any arrangements related to regional security and stability.Addressing the closing s

Renewed US-Iran strikes raise fears of wider regional escalation

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US, GCC outline conditions for expanding economic ties with Iran

US, GCC outline conditions for expanding economic ties with Iran

Arab Parliament urges inclusion of Gulf security concerns in future US-Iran negotiations

Arab Parliament urges inclusion of Gulf security concerns in future US-Iran negotiations

Iranian defence official calls for regional Islamic security alliance

Iranian defence official calls for regional Islamic security alliance Iran's acting defence minister, Majid Ibn al-Reza, has called on Islamic countries to establish a regional security belt, arguing that greater cooperation is needed to address shared security challenges. According to the IRNA news agency, al-Reza made the proposal during a telephone conversation with Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Asif. The remarks come as countries across the Gulf continue to reassess regional security arrangements following the conflict that began in late February. Iran has maintained that its military operations targeted US interests, while several Gulf states have disputed that claim and said civilian infrastructure was also affected.

Indonesia urges US, Iran to de-escalate amid heavy military strikes

Indonesia urged the United States and Iran to exercise maximum restraint and pursue de-escalation following a series of ...