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Israel’s interception of Gaza flotilla draws global ire as Pakistan demands release of detained activists

  Pakistan and several other  countries  on Thursday condemned Israel’s “dastardly attack” on the  Global Sumud Flotilla  (GSF) after its forces intercepted the flotilla heading to break Israel’s siege of Gaza and deliver aid. Israeli forces  began intercepting  the flotilla’s latest bid to reach Gaza late last night, the fleet said. Israel has so far intercepted 39 boats with foreign activists on board to Gaza, leaving only one vessel still sailing towards the Palestinian enclave, the flotilla organisers said today. The 45-vessel flotilla, with activists and politicians including  Greta Thunberg  on board, left Spain last month to break Israel’s blockade of Gaza, where the United Nations has warned of famine. Former Pakistani senator  Mushtaq Ahmad Khan  was also on board. Hours after Tel Aviv’s move drew global condemnation, Israeli foreign ministry posted on X that all on board the flotilla were safe would be “deported to Europe”...
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Pemra Implements Ban on Live Coverage of Islamabad Judicial Complex Ahead of Imran Khan Hearing


 The Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) has implemented a ban on live coverage of the Islamabad Judicial Complex ahead of the scheduled hearing of Prime Minister Imran Khan. The move comes as part of increased security measures and follows a recent attack on Khan's residence.

According to reports, the ban will apply to all television channels and news outlets, with Pemra warning that any violation will result in strict action. The regulatory authority has also asked the media to exercise caution in reporting on the incident and avoid sensationalism.

The decision to ban live coverage has been made in light of security concerns, with officials fearing that any live coverage of the event could be used to incite violence or provoke unrest. It is believed that the ban will remain in place until the conclusion of the hearing.

The move has been met with mixed reactions, with some critics arguing that it is an infringement on freedom of the press. However, others have praised the decision as a necessary step to ensure the safety of all those involved.

The ban on live coverage comes just days after an attack on Khan's residence in which police officers were reportedly injured. The incident has heightened security concerns, with authorities taking extra measures to ensure the safety of the prime minister and other officials.

Khan is set to appear in court to face charges of contempt, with opposition leaders accusing him of undermining the judiciary and the democratic process. The hearing is expected to be closely watched, with many anticipating a potentially explosive outcome.

As the ban on live coverage takes effect, media outlets are expected to provide updates and reports on the hearing through other means, such as social media and online news portals. It remains to be seen whether the ban will be lifted after the conclusion of the hearing, or if it will be extended in light of ongoing security concerns.

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