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ATC throws out Imran Khan’s plea to stop proceedings in GHQ attack case
- PTI founder also seek provision of CCTV footage of case hearing.
- Not want to be part of hearing sans consultation with Khan: lawyer.
- Defence wants to waste time, not serious about trial: prosecutor.
RAWALPINDI: An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Rawalpindi on Tuesday rejected Pakistan Tehreeke-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s plea seeking the halt of court proceedings in May 9 case involving attack on General Headquarters (GHQ).
ATC Judge Amjad Ali Shah conducted the hearing today over two petitions filed by Khan, urging the court to provide the CCTV footage of the court proceedings on September 19 and stopping the proceedings till the high court’s order on the transfer of the jail trial.
During the hearing, where Khan was presented virtually before the court via WhatsApp link, the PTI founder’s lawyer Faisal Malik contended that they did not want to become part of the case proceedings sans consultation with the former prime minister.
To this, the court said: “During the last hearing, you consulted with the PTI founder who [then] boycotted the proceedings”.
When advised by the court to challenge the WhatsApp communication in the high court, counsel Malik said that they had already done so.
“[A] WhatsApp call cannot be considered as [attendance] via a video link,” the lawyer said while requesting the court for more time to challenge the court’s previous order.
“You can challenge it [however] the court proceedings cannot be stopped,” the court responded.
Highlighting that the defence lawyers boycotted the previous hearing, prosecutor Ikram Amin said that the prosecution was not obligated to answer any of their queries.
“The defence lawyers boycott court hearing and then ask for more time the next day. Their conduct shows that they are not serious about the trial,” the prosecutor said, adding that the defence team was wasting the court’s time.
Responding to prosecutor Zaheer Shah’s argument that questioning the court’s order amounted to contempt of court, lawyer Malik said that they were merely seeking a fair trial.
“If the suspect cannot listen to his lawyer and vice versa, how is this a fair trial,” the defence lawyer contended.
On the defence team’s request for the CCTV footage, prosecutor Zaheer said that as per the Lahore High Court (LHC) directives, neither any footage nor a transcript can be provided to anyone.
At this, Khan’s lawyer Salman Akram Raja said that the court does not operate on government instructions but works as per the constitution.
“It is not possible to present a person locked in a cell on WhatsApp,” Raja stressed, to which the court said that they have the right to challenge the court order.
After hearing both side’s arguments, the court rejected the petitions filed by the former PM.
With a total of 41 witnesses recording their statements in the case, the court also adjourned the hearing till September 27.
The development follows ATC’s last week’s decision of rejecting Khan’s plea for in-person appearance in the said case after the Punjab government cancelled the jail trial of all May 9 cases, including the GHQ attack case.
GHQ attack case
PTI founder Khan along with dozens of other PTI workers indicted in the GHQ attack case related to May 9 violent protests in December 2024.
Over 143 individuals, including Khan, were named as accused in the case, while 23, including Zulfi Bukhari, Shahbaz Gill and Murad Saeed, were listed as fugitives. Additionally, all accused have been prohibited from travelling abroad.
At least 70 PTI leaders were accused of planning the May 9 events and inciting the workers and supporters to attack military and government installations following the arrest of the ousted prime minister by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB).
The May 9 riots were triggered across the country after the deposed prime minister Khan’s arrest in the £190 million settlement case. Hundreds of PTI workers and senior leaders were put behind bars for their involvement in violence and attacks on military installations in 2023.
During the protests, the miscreants targeted the civil and military installations, including the Jinnah House and General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi.
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Brad Pitt, Ines de Ramon trash feud rumours with latest outing
Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon seem to be shutting down recent breakup speculation by stepping out together for a glamorous Hollywood evening.
As per the latest report by PEOPLE Magazine, the couple enjoyed a fun date night following the Los Angeles premiere of George Clooney, Adam Sandler, and Laura Dern’s new film Jay Kelly at the Egyptian Theatre on Tuesday, November 11.
A source told the outlet that Pitt and de Ramon “arrived early and were very touchy-feely and seemed joined at the hip” throughout the event.
“They looked loved up,” the insider added and noted that Brad “was in a great mood and seemed thrilled to be there to celebrate his friend.”
“Brad and Ines spoke in a group with Clooney for a while and then talked to Bono for a bit.”
Pitt and de Ramon, who have been romantically linked since 2022, appeared in high spirits, with onlookers describing their chemistry as “effortless” and “genuine.”
The public outing comes amid ongoing reports that Pitt’s ongoing legal feud with Angelina Jolie has taken a toll on him and strained his relationship with Ines.
However, their latest sighting suggested that the couple is still going strong despite the speculation.
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Kylie Jenner spills details on her role in Charli xcx movie
Kylie Jenner is stepping onto the big screen as herself.
The reality star and beauty mogul, 28, revealed on her sister Khloé Kardashian’s Khloé in Wonder Land podcast on Wednesday that she appears in The Moment, Charli xcx’s upcoming A24 film “based on an original idea” by the musician.
“It’s major, obviously,” Jenner said. “Oh my god, for the Charli movie coming out, I was so scared for days to actually do it. I had a very small part. I mean, I had a lot of lines, but I was just so afraid.”
Jenner explained that the experience pushed her outside her comfort zone. “I used to do a lot more things like that, but now I’m used to being very sheltered, staying in a safe box,” she said.
“It’s probably why I don’t share as much anymore. After years of judgment and criticism, you start protecting yourself. I was terrified to do this, but so proud once I did.”
The Moment follows a rising pop star (played by Charli xcx) navigating fame and industry pressure while preparing for her first arena tour, per Deadline.
Jenner filmed her scenes shortly after the death of her longtime friend and hairstylist, Jesús Guerrero, who passed away in February from a lung infection and fungal disease following a trip to Dubai.
“I had already committed, and then I thought, ‘Wow, I’m in such a bad place. I don’t know if I’ll be okay in a month,’” Jenner said. “I told the director, Aiden Zamiri, ‘I really want to do it. Just give me a chance, I’ll get it together.’”
During that time, Jenner leaned heavily on her family for strength, especially her sister Kim Kardashian, who recently appeared in Hulu’s All’s Fair.
“She was such a big support for me,” Jenner shared. “My family really helped me through that period.”
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Ines de Ramon advised against Brad Pitt’s ‘toxic’ obsession: Source
Ines de Ramon is reportedly doing her best to keep Brad Pitt grounded amid his ongoing legal fight with Angelina Jolie.
According to a new report from RadarOnline.com, de Ramon recently moved into Pitt’s $12 million Hollywood Hills home, which friends described as a “fresh start” for the couple.
However, despite the change of scenery, the shadow of his long-running winery court battle still looms large.
“She’s told him several times that all she wants is peace,” said an insider.
“Ines can see how much this fight is taking out of him. Before every new court filing, he’s restless and barely sleeps, and most of their evenings get swallowed up by calls with his legal team.”
The source added that de Ramon has confided in friends about the toll it has been taking on her.
“She’s joked that it feels like she’s with two versions of Brad — the sweet, grounded one she fell for, and the angry one who just can’t let go.”
Meanwhile, de Ramon’s close friends have reportedly expressed concern over Pitt’s fixation.
“They really like Brad, but they can see how obsessed he’s become,” an insider told the outlet.
“They’ve warned Ines that the way he’s handling things with Angelina might be a bad sign. She’s the mother of his kids, yet he’s being relentless — and that’s starting to make them uneasy.”
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