Persistent proxy conflict and terrorism in Pakistan's western regions threaten US interests across the board — critical minerals, Central Asian connectivity, counterterrorism, economic integration and competition with China.
Pakistan and Qatar say both sides have agreed to continue discussions; next meeting to be held at the earliest after the funeral of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
The proposed tariffs range from 10 per cent to 12.5pc, according to a government filing, and they will undergo a public comment period before a final decision is made.
Notes that Pakistan hopes to host another round of US-Iran negotiations "very soon"; Trump says both sides should take their time in negotiationg the deal, there can be no mistakes.
Centcom commander terms the cooperation on counter-terrorism between the two countries a "direct reflection" of their "enduring friendship and shared resolve".
“The Iranian aircraft currently parked in Pakistan arrived during the ceasefire period and bear no linkage whatsoever to any military contingency or preservation arrangement," it says.
“They trifled with us today; we blew them away," US president says; Iran’s top joint military command accused the US of violating the ceasefire by targeting an Iranian oil tanker.
