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Syrian air defences intercept Israeli missiles aimed at Damascus area
Two soldiers were injured and some material losses occurred, says report
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PM lauds FBR for collecting Rs1,840b in taxes, 37% more than last year
Tax collection in October surpassed its monthly target and it is all due to robust economic performance, says Imran
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PM Modi invites Pope Francis to India
'Thank you very much for your visit', says a smiling Francis as he grasped Modi's hand
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China will not be the first to recognise Taliban government, scholar says
Things will be different when four countries of China, Pakistan, Russia and Iran arrive at consensus, says Hu Shisheng
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China cracks down over 'serious' Covid outbreak
Situation is ‘serious and complex’ with epidemic' is still developing rapidly’, says health official
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Pakistani Guantanamo detainee sentenced to 26 years after detailing CIA torture
Majid Khan told a sentencing jury how he was raped, beaten by interrogators in the wake of 9/11 attacks
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Muslim scholars union calls for forming legal front to defend Muslim minorities
Ali al-Qaradaghi's call comes amid new wave of violence against Muslims in India
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ECP rejects nomination papers of PTI's NA-133 contestant
PML-N's Shayesta Pervez Malik is contesting the NA-133 by-poll after the death of her husband
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Bank files recovery suit against PTI's Mirza Afridi
Bank claims Afridi defaulted on loan of Rs5.2 billion
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TLP workers remain in Wazirabad as talks continue
Rangers use teargas to disperse protesters as they attempt to use an alternate route to reach Islamabad
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Jan Jamali elected speaker Balochistan Assembly unopposed
Jamali was the only individual to submit nomination papers for the position
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Sedition case sought against TLP
Petition says TLP incited hatred against the state, its protests resulted in the loss of lives, property
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‘Do your job, stop pointing fingers’
Murtaza Wahab urges people to fulfil their responsibilities
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Businesses pivot to recovery as pandemic subsides
While restrictions have been eased, two years of Covid-19 seem to have taken a toll on people’s purchasing power
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CPEC projects shall be completed on time: G-B CM
Says projects to open new avenues of development and investment
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Afridi terms Kashmir an ‘uncompromisable’ issue
PTI leader says UN not fulfilling its responsibilities
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PM credits govt policies for ‘cut in poverty’
Imran shares poverty reduction statistics issued by World Bank
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Train operations remain suspended
Millions of rupees have been refunded to passengers due to cancellation of trains amid TLP protests
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Four die in Karachi fuel station blast
No hint of terror activity found, says police
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US targets Iran's drone programme with sanctions
Treasury says UAVs from Revolutionary Guard Corps were used to attack US forces in the Gulf region
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Russia signals not ready to let Afghanistan's Taliban into UN
Russian Ambassador says unilateral sanctions on Taliban leaders would have to be addressed but perhaps not right away
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Move over Apple, Microsoft now the world's most valuable company
Apple took a $6 billion hit to its sales during the fiscal fourth quarter
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Win or lose, Afghans turn out to cheer cricket heroes
Fans gathered to watch the T20 World Cup match beamed from Dubai on a big screen in Kabul amusement park
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With a brush dipped in his soul
Now a sought-after artist across the globe, Shahid Rassam learned to paint using brushes handmade by his mother
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Devoutness cuts across gender
In a community often consigned to a limited number of demeaning jobs, Nanni Jameela’s story tells a story of respect
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Not used to victory, are we?
Pakistan’s three-match win streak in the T20 World Cup seems to have caught most fans off-balance
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Is there any stopping the supply chain reaction?
Lockdowns, halting of production, drop in demand and blockage of trade routes have thrown supply chain into chaos
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In conversation with Hina Rabbani Khar
The country’s youngest and only woman foreign minister discusses the region and our ties with India and the US
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‘Remember the name’: Asif Ali helps Pakistan down Afghanistan in WC thriller
Right-hand batsman takes internet by storm after scintillating power-hitting in five-wicket win against neighbours
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PM lauds 'impressive' Afghanistan after WC nail-biter against Pakistan
Never have I seen a cricketing nation rise as rapidly as Afghanistan in international cricket, says premier
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Pakistani detainee at Guantanamo tells ‘US military court of CIA torture’
Majid Khan reportedly told the court that he was forced to remain awake for days, doused with ice water
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Dozens detained in India for disrupting Muslim prayers
Hindu right-wing groups pressuring authorities in Gurgaon city to stop Friday prayers in open spaces
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Taliban govt calls for unfreezing Afghan assets abroad
Freezing this money is unethical and is against all international laws, says spokesperson
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Careem strengthens customer safety protocols
Careem is now conducting thorough background checks on all Captains NADRA and police verification portals
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Taliban appoint new envoy to run embassy in Pakistan
Taliban appoint two officials to run consulates in Quetta and Peshawar
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Tech firms think they have a solution for counting CO2
As companies prepare pledges to help stop climate change, the first problem they face is quantifying their emissions
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Cryptocurrency Ether hits all time high of $4,400
Cryptocurrency markets have rallied sharply in recent weeks, and Ether is up over 60% since its September trough
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Meta Platforms shares rise as Facebook rebrands to focus on metaverse
Rebranding comes in the wake of criticism over policing of market power, algorithmic decisions and abuse of service
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Doors open for negotiations, Rashid says after NSC meeting
Interior minister says doors of negotiations still open, writ of state will be maintained
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G20 should redistribute surplus COVID-19 vaccines, ex-leaders say
'By the end of February a total of 1.1 billion surplus vaccines could be transferred'
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Rangers draw ‘red line’ for marchers
Police say TLP protesters will not be allowed to cross Jhelum under any circumstances
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EVMs not accessible to visually impaired
No features installed in the electronic machines to cater to differently-abled persons
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Centre’s authority to appoint CS, IG police questioned
Senate body summons establishment, law secretaries
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Subsidy payment on edibles ‘hobbled by loan payoffs’
Fawad says govt in no position to provide relief to consumers
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Shehbaz to address upcoming PDM rally
Says no-confidence motion proposal not under ‘serious consideration’
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Ahsan Bhoon new SCBA president
Defeats rival Sardar Lateef Khan Khosa of Professional Group by wide margin
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NAB opposes Asif Ali Zardari’s acquittal plea
One-day exemption from hearing granted to PPP leader and former premier Yousaf Raza Gilani
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SBP pumped $1.2 billion to defend rupee: WB
Says move comes after 8.1% depreciation against the dollar since June
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NDMA holds caucus of lawmakers on disaster risks
Moot seeks support of parliamentarians to build resilience at national level against disasters
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Witnesses summoned in couple’s case
Total of eight witnesses have recorded statements in the case
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Historic winter storm kills at least 11 across US
At least 20 states and capital Washington have declared states of emergency
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Roads to Karachi Press Club blocked as protesters demonstrate against Imaan, Hadi conviction
Lawyer Jibran Nasir criticises Sindh govt, says containers placed to block protest
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Karachi police forms 5-member special team to probe Gul Plaza tragedy, arrest culprits
South DIG directs team to utilise all available resources to identify, apprehend those responsible for the incident
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President Zardari signs off on domestic violence bill
Gives assent to six other bills
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T20 World Cup: Naqvi says final decision on 'ICC matter' soon amid reports of boycotting India clash
PCB chief says PM Shehbaz directed him to resolve issue while 'keeping all options on the table'
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Lawyer’s request to celebrate Basant on Lahore court rooftop denied
Judge says such celebrations on court premises could pose serious security risks
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State Bank holds monetary policy rate at 10.5%
Governor announces the inflation outlook will stay between 5-7%
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Pakistan, Myanmar vow cooperation in religious tourism, cultural exchanges
Ishaq Dar, Myanmar FM agree to boost multi-sector engagement
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Punjab bans 132 ‘suggestive’ songs during Basant celebrations
Govt warns of legal action over ‘objectionable’ lyrics at public, private events
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Smew duck spotted for first time at Head Marala in Sialkot
Smew is typically found in colder regions of Europe, northern Asia, migrates south in limited numbers during winter
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Restored Loh Temple, Sikh-era hammam inaugurated at Lahore Fort
Conservation and restoration of the Sikh-era hammam and adjacent Athdara in Shahi Qila were also completed
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President Zardari to visit UAE from Jan 26–29
Visit follows recent trip of UAE president to Pakistan, reflects the close ties between the two countries
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Lahore court extends interim bail of Rajab Butt, Nadeem Nani Wala
NCCIA submitted the case record and informed the court that the investigation had not yet been completed
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Karachi to seal fire-hit Gul Plaza after search nears completion
DC says final inspection underway; 79 people still listed as missing
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Lawyers begin three-day strike over arrest, sentencing of Imaan Mazari, husband
Islamabad Bar bans police entry to courts as lawyers boycott hearings in protest
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Gold hits $5,097 an ounce as bullion markets surge
Price of 10 grams of gold increases by Rs9,345
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Gul Plaza is an accumulated debris of neglect
Without performance-linked NFC allocations and administrative reform, the cycle will persist
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How villages are defending themselves against floodwaters in Pakistan
Why Pakistan's flood resilience depends on recognising local collective action
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Reviving Pakistan's seafood industry, a path to economic self-sufficiency
With corruption curbed, sustainable practices, seafood industry can once again be a foreign exchange earner
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Despite hurdles, US interest in Pakistan's minerals growing
Pakistan sits on strategic mineral belt; it must protect foreign capital as fiercely as it protects sovereignty
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Pakistan's land port authority and the cost of missed opportunities
Authority offers promise, but its success depends on overcoming political, security challenges
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FBR chief vows to eliminate corruption
Says tax rates should be lower as high levies hamper growth
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Pakistani, Chinese firms to upgrade peanut seeds
Form partnership for investment in farms and local supply chain
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First national SME cluster expo inaugurated
174 enterprises from over 20 clusters showcased at the exhibition
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Equities rally for second week in a row
KSE-100 hits fresh peak; bullish momentum drives 4,068-point gain
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Reforms help maritime sector earn Rs100b
Minister terms 2025 transformative year, marked by new legislation, digitisation
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Gold, silver hit record
Yellow metal tops Rs521,000/tola; white metal crosses Rs10,800 as rally intensifies
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inDrive revives Super App debate
Analysts flag execution, payments and logistics hurdles
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US seeks to lift Venezuela oil output
Halliburton and Baker Hughes to repair and replace outdated equipment
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Power sector: too many regulators
Despite web of institutions, sector remains financially, operationally weak
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Auto sales jump 76% as financing gets cheaper in car buying boom
Report projects earnings to annual 21% amidst stable macros and lower interest rates
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Rs92bn circular debt drives push for integrated energy plan
Steering committee, data system approved as OGDC gets Rs7.7b circular debt payment
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Single-digit rates re-enter market debate
Cooling inflation, stronger growth indicators fuel expectations of up to 75bps cut
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Uzbek delegation eyes trade beyond $114m
Banking links, logistics hurdles and textile cooperation pact discussed
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'Cyber risk a systemic threat to banking stability'
SBP governor says industry-wide drills tested crisis decision-making; Cyber Shield 2025-30 to be issued soon
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Myanmar junta wraps poll with ally set to seal victory
Junta chief who has not ruled out serving as president, toured voting stations in Mandalay, wearing civilian dress
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Private jet crashes in flames during takeoff at Maine airport
FAA says eight were aboard the Bombardier Challenger 600; fate of passengers not immediately known
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Israel to reopen Rafah crossing after operation to recover hostage’s body
Border was supposed to have opened during the initial phase of US President Donald Trump's plan to end the war
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US storm leaves 850k without power
Forces 10,000 flight cancellations
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Veteran BBC journalist Mark Tully dies
Afte brief stint in London at the BBC's Hindi and World Service, he was appointed in New Delhi
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Trump administration defends Minneapolis killing, disputes video
Pretti is the second American fatally shot by ICE this month in the state
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India's Republic Day contradicts reality in IIOJK: JKSM
Says New Delhi cannot preach democracy while denying Kashmiris rights
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Thousands protest in Paris over death of migrant worker
The protest gathered at a northeast Paris shelter where El Hacen Diarra was arrested on Jan 14
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Woman, boy drown off Greece after migrant boat sinks
Fifty migrants were rescued and are being cared for after an accident off Ikaria
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Bangladesh criticises India over fugitive leader Hasina's speech
Hasina fled to India in Aug 2024 after a student uprising ended her rule; spoke Friday in Delhi
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86 arrested outside London prison over Palestine Action demonstration
Police said protesters defied orders, blocked staff access, threatened officers, breached prison area
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Women in Sudan facing 'world's worst' sexual violence amid ongoing ethnic cleansing
Rape, trafficking are being used systematically by the RSF, with over 1,800 documented cases
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EU Council President arrives in India to seal trade pact
EU eyes India as future market; India sees EU as source of tech, investment for jobs, infrastructure
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Pakistan announce squad for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026
15-member squad includes six players who have received their maiden mega-event call-ups
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Manchester City thrash Wolves
At the other end of the table West Ham United continued their revival
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ICC names Scotland as replacement for Bangladesh at T20 World Cup 2026
The decision comes after the ICC rejected BCB's request to move its matches from India to Sri Lanka
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Naqvi says Bangladesh treated ‘unfairly’ by ICC over India dispute
The cricket body is set to replace the Bengal Tigers with Scotland in the tournament
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Djokovic reaches Australian Open fourth round
He defeat Botic van de Zandschulp 6-3 6-4 7-6(4)
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‘Palmer very happy at Chelsea’
He has scored 48 goals for Chelsea in all competitions
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Carrick keeping feet on the ground
The Reds are coming off a fresh 2-0 home victory over Pep Guardiola’s City
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Barcola's winner sends PSG top despite lack of 'confidence'
The 23-year-old winger had been the main threat in the game
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Gauff fights back after wobble in AO
The third seed won 3-6, 6-0, 6-3
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Extreme heat triggers AO match suspensions
Defending champion Sinner battles on into last 16
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Reeling Napoli face Juventus
Napoli have to pick themselves up after a poor 1-1 draw at FC Copenhagen
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Inter Milan fight back to beat Pisa 6-2
They maintain control in the Serie A title race at the San Siro
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ICC rejects Bangladesh appeal as Scotland put on standby
BCB had approached the DRC in a last-ditch attempt to overturn a ruling
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McLaren partially wins UK lawsuit
Palou's lawyers said the Spanish driver owed McLaren nothing
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Pisilli's brace propels Roma past Stuttgart
Aston Villa and Olympique Lyonnais are also through






























































































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