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OPEC defends fossil fuels at COP29, calling oil a "gift from God" while pushing carbon capture technologies as a solution to balance emissions and energy needs. — MARK FELIX/AFP via Getty Images
A file photo is shown of the Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Hafiz Syed Asim Munir Ahmed Shah, NI HI. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
Pakistan Stock Exchange hits 99,000 points, reflecting KSE growth and economic optimism in Pakistan’s financial market. — MONTAGE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
A montage is shown of incarcerated former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan (L), General (R) Qamar Javed Bajwa, the former COAS of Pakistan (C), and the former Pakistani first lady (R). — MONTAGE/THE THURSDAY TIMES

Imran Khan’s wife says Saudi Arabia overthrew his government

Bushra Bibi, the wife of Imran Khan, has sensationally accused Saudi Arabia of using military influence to topple his government, claiming the monarchy viewed Khan as "too pro-Sharia" while seeking to dismantle Sharia law in Saudi Arabia themselves.

A montage is shown of former Pakistani first lady Bushra Bibi (L), Saudi crown prince Mohammad bin Salman (C), and the incarcerated former Pakistani prime minister, Imran Khan (R). — MONTAGE/THE THURSDAY TIMES

Islamabad High Court halts PTI protest amid Belarus visit

The Islamabad High Court has issued a verdict on the petition against the PTI's 24th November protest, directing the administration not to permit any protest that violates the Public Order Act 2024 or disturbs peace. The court also instructed the formation of a committee to hold negotiations with the PTI.

A combo file photo is shown of the incarcerated former Pakistani prime minister, Imran Khan, against a backdrop of the signpost for the Islamabad High Court. — MONTAGE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
VPNs enable access to restricted platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Bluesky in Pakistan. — Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto via Getty Images
ICC issues historic warrants for Israeli leaders over Gaza war crimes. — Amos Ben-Gershom (GPO) / Handout / Anadolu Agency via Getty Images
A file photo is shown of the Chief of Army Staff, General Hafiz Syed Asim Munir Ahmed Shah, NI HI. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
Sri Lanka embraces IMF terms as economy falters. — Presidency of Sri Lanka
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