Profitloss Centerstage Events

Iran's rejection on US ceasefire proposal took centerstage on Wednesday, 25 March, 2026 among all major events across the globe, and remains the highlight of this week's list of center stage events.
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Centerstage events of week 4

Iran warns of retaliation if its power grid is struck in the war....

Iran warns of retaliation if the Donald Trump administration attacks its power grid as the war between United States and Iran enters its fourth week. Trump postpones his 48-hour ultimatum by five days and claims productive talks on Iran renouncing nuclear weapons, which Iran denies. Meanwhile, Iraq-based militia Kata'ib Hezbollah extends its pause on attacks on the U.S. embassy in Iraq for five more days.

Monday, 23 March, 2026

Australia and the European Union sign a historic Free Trade Agreement...

Australia and the European Union sign a historic Free Trade Agreement after eight years of negotiations. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Ursula von der Leyen finalize the deal in Canberra. The agreement removes tariffs on over 99% of EU exports, secures EU access to Australian critical minerals like lithium, and protects European geographical indication products while strengthening trade ties and reducing reliance on China.

Tuesday, 24 March, 2026

Iran rejects a ceasefire proposal from the United States...

Iran rejects a ceasefire proposal from the United States and sets its own conditions to end the war after receiving a 15-point peace plan. Iranian officials state that Iran will decide when the war ends and accuse Donald Trump of attempting to dictate terms. Tehran also claims previous negotiations were deceptive and says any ceasefire must meet Iran’s strategic conditions.

Wednesday, 25 March, 2026

Belarus and North Korea sign a friendship and cooperation treaty...

Kim Jong-un hosts Alexander Lukashenko in North Korea, where Belarus and North Korea sign a friendship and cooperation treaty after a grand military ceremony in Pyongyang. Both countries, which face Western sanctions and support Russia in the Ukraine war, strengthen political and strategic ties and pledge closer cooperation to protect sovereignty and expand bilateral relations.

Thursday, 26 March, 2026

South Africa, France relations on G7 Summit...

France denies accusations that it withdrew an invitation to South Africa for the G7 summit under pressure from the United States. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot says Kenya was invited instead as part of a streamlined G7 focused on geo-economic issues, while France states it continues to maintain strong diplomatic relations with South Africa.

Friday, 27 March, 2026

Houthi movement in Yemen enters the war...

Houthi movement in Yemen enters the war alongside Iran by launching missiles and drones at military targets in Israel. The attacks are intercepted with no casualties. The Houthis warn they will escalate further if more countries join the war or if the Red Sea is used for hostile operations against Iran.

Saturday, 28 March, 2026

Pakistan tries to position itself as a mediator between the US and Iran war...

Pakistan tries to position itself as a mediator between the United States and Iran, hosting foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkey in Islamabad to support diplomatic talks and prevent escalation of the regional war, particularly due to risks to maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz.

Sunday, 29 March, 2026