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In the Samiya Hijab abduction case, the court denies Hassan Zahid’s request for bail.

Police arrest Zahid in fresh case after bail plea dismissed

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FIFA clears Etzaz Hussain to play for Pakistan

One of the most decorated players in Norwegian football, Hussain has won four Eliteserien league titles

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Asia Cup: Slow sales prompt ticket cuts for high-voltage Pakistan vs India match

Organisers act after fans complained over high costs while premium enclosures slowest to sell

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Mike Hesson says Pakistan ready for ‘high-voltage clash’ against India in Asia Cup 2025

Green Shirts coach says India are hugely confident, but we’ve plenty of multi-skilled players

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Islamabad court nullifies ban on 11 YouTube channels

Judge Afzal Majoka overturns magistrate's order on social media channel closures at NCCIA's request

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Floods force extension in Hajj registration deadline

Over 21,000 pilgrims have registered so far, with priority for those deprived last year

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Political fissures hinder Pakistan’s anti-terrorism strategy: report

The Diplomat report says divergence in policies made it challenging for political leadership to develop unified strategy

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Pakistan assumes chair of SCO counter-terrorism committee

RATS is a permanent organisation of SCO whose main task is to coordinate intelligence gathering efforts

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One important person in the PTI’s relief efforts is Gohar, Khan, but…

PTI chairman who enjoys rare level of respect across political circles, remains target of party's social media

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PM calls for end to Israel’s ‘brazen aggression’, seeks united Ummah in meeting with Qatari emir

Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan-Qatar ties, pledges solidarity after Israeli strike and backs Doha’s peace role

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Can Hervé Renard rescue Tunisia’s World Cup hopes? Tunisia have turned to experienced French coach Hervé Renard in a bid to keep their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign alive after a heavy opening defeat. The North African side suffered a 5 to 1 loss to Sweden in their first match. That result pushed the Tunisian football federation to act quickly, ending Sabri Lamouchi’s short spell in charge. The decision made Tunisia the first team in this tournament cycle to change head coach after just one game. Despite the setback, Tunisia are still in the race to qualify from Group F. The expanded 48 team World Cup format keeps their hopes alive, but the margin for error is now very small. Renard will need immediate impact when he takes charge against Japan on Sunday at 04:00 BST. Why Tunisia chose Hervé Renard Renard brings strong World Cup experience. He has managed at the tournament with both Morocco in 2018 and Saudi Arabia in 2022. His Saudi team produced one of the biggest shocks of that World Cup by beating Argentina in the group stage, even after conceding first to Lionel Messi’s side. That record is a major reason Tunisia turned to him at this critical moment. The federation sees him as a coach who can quickly stabilise a struggling squad and restore confidence. Renard said he accepted the role without hesitation after being approached. He described the job as difficult but motivating, showing belief in the challenge ahead. High pressure start against Japan Renard does not have much time to prepare. His first match in charge comes almost immediately, and it carries serious weight for Tunisia’s qualification hopes. A positive result against Japan could revive their campaign. Another defeat would leave them in a very difficult position in Group F. Renard’s reputation and challenges Renard is known for his calm but intense touchline presence and his trademark white shirts. He has built a reputation for getting strong performances from underdog teams on the world stage. However, turning Tunisia around mid tournament is a different kind of test. He must fix defensive issues, rebuild team confidence, and improve results in a short period.
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The young maths talent who became a football sensation and chose Morocco Early rise and growing reputation at club level Ayyoub Bouaddi is a young midfielder who has quickly built a strong reputation in European football. Coaches and teammates at Lille have long seen his potential and describe his rise as steady and expected rather than sudden. Olivier Giroud, a World Cup winner and teammate at Lille, has spoken highly of him. He compares Bouaddi’s maturity and mindset to top level players he has played with before, including Kylian Mbappe. Olivier Giroud Kylian Mbappe Inside the club, staff say Bouaddi’s progress has been consistent. His performances in training and matches have made him stand out across Ligue 1. Big stage impact against Brazil Bouaddi delivered a strong performance in his World Cup appearance for Morocco against Brazil. Morocco national football team Brazil national football team He controlled the midfield with confidence and energy. He had the highest involvement for Morocco, completing many passes and touching the ball often throughout the match. His dribbling helped Morocco move forward under pressure. Even late in the game, he kept driving the team up the pitch instead of slowing down. Defensively, he stayed active. He won several duels and challenged experienced players like Casemiro, who struggled to handle his intensity during the match. Why Morocco won the race for his choice Bouaddi was eligible to represent both France and Morocco. France national football team He played for France at youth levels, but his family roots played a major role in his final decision. He often expressed pride in his heritage and shared that connection publicly through a childhood image of him wearing a Morocco shirt. France and Morocco both showed strong interest in securing his future. Even senior figures around him tried to influence his decision. In the end, he chose Morocco because of personal identity and emotional connection rather than pressure from outside voices. Coaches and teammates were not surprised People who trained him early in Creil say his rise was predictable. His former coaches describe him as a player who regularly performs at a high level, not just in big matches but every week. They believe his World Cup display matched what he already shows in club football. In their view, his confidence on the big stage is a natural extension of his everyday performances.
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Parliament approves major constitutional change in Zimbabwe Zimbabwe’s lower house of parliament has approved a constitutional amendment that could significantly reshape the country’s political system. Lawmakers voted to extend presidential and parliamentary terms from five years to seven years. More than 200 members supported the bill, easily passing the two thirds majority needed for constitutional change. The proposal now moves to the senate for final approval before it can become law. Key changes in the amendment The bill introduces several major reforms. It removes direct presidential elections. Future presidents would be chosen by parliament instead of voters. It also extends both presidential and parliamentary terms to seven years. Parliamentary elections scheduled for 2028 would shift to 2030. If fully implemented, the changes would allow Zimbabwe’s current leader, Emmerson Mnangagwa, to remain in office until 2030. His second term was expected to end in 2028. Strong political debate over the reform The ruling party, ZANU PF, has supported the constitutional changes. The party has governed Zimbabwe since independence in 1980. Opposition groups, civil society organizations, and legal experts have strongly criticized the move. They argue that such a major shift should be decided through a public referendum rather than parliament alone. Legal and constitutional concerns Zimbabwe’s 2013 constitution limits presidents to two terms. It also states that any extension of term limits should be approved by voters in a referendum. Critics say the current amendment challenges those safeguards. A legal case aimed at stopping the bill was dismissed by the Constitutional Court, allowing the process to continue. Political background Emmerson Mnangagwa came to power in 2017 after the removal of long time leader Robert Mugabe with military support. He later won elections in 2018 and 2023, both of which were disputed by opposition parties. Supporters of the reform say the changes could improve stability and continuity. Critics warn it could reduce democratic accountability and weaken electoral choice.
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Trial Confirmed in France Morocco captain and Paris Saint Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will face trial in France after prosecutors confirmed the case will proceed. French authorities say the case involves an allegation from 2023, when a 24 year old woman accused him of rape at his home in Paris. An investigating judge ordered the trial in February 2026 after a long legal process that started in March 2023. Hakimi has denied all accusations from the beginning. He recently lost an appeal to stop the trial from going ahead, according to French media reports. Hakimi Responds Publicly Hakimi spoke on social media and rejected the allegations again. He said he has waited for years to present his side in court. He also claimed the case has affected his family and reputation. He added that he believes the justice process will allow him to speak openly and clear his name in court. Complainant Legal Position The lawyer for the woman involved said the court decision brings relief after years of legal proceedings. She said her client now has the chance to be heard properly in court. She also said the trial may support wider efforts to address sexual violence and challenge denial in professional sport environments. Football and World Cup Context Hakimi remains part of the Morocco national squad Morocco national football team and is expected to lead the team in upcoming matches. Morocco are currently playing World Cup fixtures in the United States. There are possible travel complications depending on where matches are held, since the tournament is co hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Earlier in the tournament, Thomas Partey missed a match after being denied entry to Canada while facing separate legal charges. Career Background Hakimi made his international debut in 2016 at the age of 17. He played a key role in Morocco reaching the World Cup semi finals in 2022, the first African team to do so. At club level, he joined Paris Saint Germain in 2021 and has won multiple trophies, including major European titles during his career.
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