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NKorean Defense Minister says Pyongyang to provide unwavering support for Russian Army

Pyongyang, May 9 (UNI) North Korean Defense Minister No Kwang Chol said that Pyongyang and its armed forces will unwaveringly support the actions of the Russian army aimed at protecting the sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of the country, state-run news agency KCNA reported on Friday.
On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War, the Russian Embassy in North Korea hosted a reception on the evening of May 8 and invited North Korean officials, including Vice-Chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea Pak Jong Chon, Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui, and Defense Minister No Kwang Chol.
Defense Minister No Kwang Chol gave a speech and expressed deep respect for the generation of victors who gave Russia a great victory, and conveyed battle greetings to Russian soldiers and officers who are now fighting, giving everything to protect the dignity of the homeland, the well-being of the people and international justice, the report said.
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IHC rejects KPK CM’s plea for former PM Imran Khan’s release

IHC rejects KPK CM’s plea for former PM Imran Khan’s release

11 May 2025 | 10:49 PM

Islamabad, May 11 (UNI) The Islamabad High Court has rejected Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Asif Ali Amin Gandapur’s petition for the release of former PM Imran Khan from Adiala Jail.

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Awami League strongly rejects ban on its activities, hits out against 'fascist' Yunus regime

11 May 2025 | 9:12 PM

Dhaka, May 11 (UNI) The Awami League has rejected as "illegal and unconstitutional" the ban on its activities by the Interim Government of Bangladesh, and said it proves that the “fascist” Yunus regime is seeking to turn the country “into a fertile ground for anti-liberation forces and extremist groups.”
In a statement, the party said the very party under whose leadership Bangladesh achieved independence and emerged as a sovereign state has now had its activities banned by an unelected, anti-democratic, fascist government devoid of public mandate.

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Mohd Yunus' regime outlaws Awami League's activities until its trial for alleged crimes during July Uprising

Mohd Yunus' regime outlaws Awami League's activities until its trial for alleged crimes during July Uprising

11 May 2025 | 9:08 PM

Dhaka, May 11 (UNI) The Advisory Council of the Bangladesh Interim Government has decided to ban all activities of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League party, under the country’s Anti-Terrorism Act until the trial of the ousted party and its leaders is completed at the International Crimes Tribunal.
The decision was made at a special meeting of the council following three days of demonstrations by the government's political allies such as the BNP, BJI, and the NCP and Islamic parties, demanding a ban on the Awami League and its trial for alleged atrocities during the July-uprising last year, reported the Dhaka Tribune.

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Pakistan’s Auto Industry grapples with uncertainty amid IMF’s push for tariff reforms

Pakistan’s Auto Industry grapples with uncertainty amid IMF’s push for tariff reforms

11 May 2025 | 7:42 PM

Karachi, May 11 (UNI) Pakistan’s local auto industry is facing mounting uncertainty ahead of the FY26 budget, as the government considers tariff reforms under pressure from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF has urged Islamabad to reduce high duties on vehicles and allow the commercial import of used cars — a move that has alarmed domestic manufacturers and auto parts suppliers.

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Pope Leo XIV calls AI one of humanity’s greatest challenges in first address to College of Cardinals

Pope Leo XIV calls AI one of humanity’s greatest challenges in first address to College of Cardinals

11 May 2025 | 7:20 PM

Vatican, May 11 (UNI) Pope Leo XIV, in his first formal address to the College of Cardinals, called artificial intelligence one of the greatest challenges facing humanity—saying it was the very reason he chose his papal name.

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