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Blast at Islamabad Mosque Leaves Dozens Dead

                    Blood stains at the site of a deadly explosion at a Shi'ite Muslim mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan A suicide bomber detonated explosives inside a crowded Shi’ite mosque in Islamabad, killing 31 people and injuring many others during Friday prayers. The attack struck the Tarlai neighborhood, where worshippers had gathered in large numbers, turning a moment of devotion into chaos and devastation. Witnesses described a powerful blast that shattered windows, collapsed parts of the structure, and left victims trapped beneath debris. Emergency teams and local residents worked together to rush the wounded to nearby hospitals, where several remain in critical condition. Authorities have heightened security across the capital as investigators work to determine how the attacker breached the area and whether others were involved. The bombing marks one of the deadliest assaults in the city in years and has intensified ...

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Ankara Positions Itself as Mediator Amid Rising U.S.–Iran Tensions

                                            Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Turkey is stepping forward as a diplomatic bridge as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated that Ankara is “doing its best” to prevent the situation from spiraling into open conflict, emphasizing Turkey’s long‑standing role as a regional stabilizer.

Erdoğan highlighted the risks that a confrontation between Washington and Tehran would pose not only to the Middle East but to global security and economic stability. He noted that Turkish officials have been in communication with both sides, urging restraint and encouraging dialogue.

While the details of Turkey’s mediation efforts remain limited, Erdoğan’s comments signal Ankara’s desire to assert itself as a key diplomatic actor at a moment of heightened uncertainty. Analysts say Turkey’s geographic position, NATO membership, and ties with both nations give it a unique—though challenging—role in de‑escalation efforts.

As the situation evolves, Turkey appears intent on preventing further destabilization and positioning itself as a voice for negotiation rather than confrontation.


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