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#SamaaGlobal #BreakingNews #GlobalNews #NationalNews #CurrentAffairs #PoliticsToday #CulturalInsights #PakistanIMF #PakistanEconomy #IMFReview #IranUSConflict #MiddleEastTensions #OilPrices #GlobalOilCrisis #StraitOfHormuz #IranIsraelWar #TrumpIran #BreakingNews #WorldNews #Geopolitics #EnergyCrisis #OilMarket #GulfConflict #IranShippingAttacks Middle East on Edge | Shehbaz Sharif’s Urgent Visit to Saudi Arabia | 6 PM Headlines | 12 March 2026 Description: Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund continue crucial negotiations over the latest review of the country’s $7 billion Extended Fund Facility bailout program. IMF mission chief Iva Petrova said both sides have made “considerable progress,” but a final staff-level agreement has not yet been reached. The talks are assessing risks to Pakistan’s economy, including rising energy prices and the impact of the escalating Middle East conflict on the country’s balance of payments and external financing needs. Meanwhile, new intelligence assessments from the United States suggest that Iran’s government remains stable despite nearly two weeks of intense bombardment by the United States and Israel. According to intelligence sources, the Iranian leadership still maintains control and the regime is not currently at risk of collapse, though the situation inside Iran remains fluid. At the same time, tensions in the Gulf have pushed global oil markets higher. Oil prices surged past $100 per barrel after attacks on merchant ships in Gulf and Iraqi waters disrupted major shipping routes and oil exports. Iraq reported temporary shutdowns at key oil ports while Oman evacuated vessels from its export terminal as a precaution amid escalating security concerns. The crisis deepened as multiple vessels came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping lanes. Six vessels, including two fuel tankers, were struck in attacks involving explosive boats and projectiles, setting tankers ablaze and disrupting maritime traffic across the region. In response, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, demanding the immediate removal of mines from the Strait of Hormuz and threatening military action if they remain. The United States says it has already destroyed several Iranian mine-laying vessels as part of ongoing operations to secure the vital shipping route. Iran, however, warned that global oil prices could surge as high as $200 per barrel if tensions in the Gulf continue to escalate. Iranian officials say attacks on shipping and regional strikes are directly tied to security developments in the region and accused the United States of fueling instability. In another alarming development, reports suggest a U.S. strike may have accidentally hit an Iranian girls’ school after outdated targeting intelligence was used. Experts say video footage appears to show a Tomahawk missile hitting the area, though the Pentagon says the incident remains under investigation. Stay tuned for the latest updates on Pakistan’s economic negotiations, rising oil prices, the Strait of Hormuz crisis, and escalating tensions in the Middle East. Pakistan IMF review talks, Pakistan IMF bailout program, Pakistan economy news 2026, IMF Pakistan agreement update, Iran US conflict latest news, Iran government collapse intelligence report, Middle East tensions 2026, oil prices hit $100, global oil crisis news, Strait of Hormuz attack news, Gulf shipping attacks Iran, tanker attacks Persian Gulf, Trump warns Iran Strait of Hormuz, Iran oil price warning $200, Iran Israel war updates, US strike Iran school investigation, world news today, geopolitics breaking news, international conflict updates 🌍 Welcome to Samaa Global! Your go-to destination for insightful news, engaging discussions, and the latest trends from around the world. Here at Samaa Global, we bring you closer to the stories that matter—covering national news, international headlines, politics, culture, technology, and lifestyle. Join our community of curious minds as we explore diverse perspectives and share captivating content. Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell, so you never miss an update! 👉 Dive in and discover the world with us—let’s make sense of it together!