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Zakat dept slashes marriage grant
Faces criticism for delaying aid to deserving families in Rawalpindi
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Pindi cracks down on substandard bottled water
Official sources say over a dozen companies sell water in Pindi
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Makeshift homes flattened in eviction drive
Affected residents stage protest, set tyres and wooden planks on fire on Murree Road
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Shutter-down strike halts business activities
Major business centres shut down in twin cities to denounce Israeli aggressions
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In one-on-one meeting, Trump and Zelenskiy push for end to Russia’s war in Ukraine
Trump and Zelenskiy met privately for 15 minutes with no aides present, says Zelenskiy’s office
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Reading between the lines of Pakistan's recovery
The World Bank has pledged a $20 billion, decade-long financing package.
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War is not an option
The onus lies squarely on the shoulders of warmongers, led by PM Modi of India.
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The land that resists
The roots of resistance in Sindh can be traced back to the ancient Indus Valley Civilisation
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Lowest snow levels
The Indus River system, fed by glacial melt and snowpack from the HKH
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Tech-facilitated GBV
The anonymity offered by online platforms has created a fertile ground for violence
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Need to talk it out
India and Pakistan must look at the broader perspective of coexistence
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Wasting food in a starving world
30-40% of Pakistan's food supply is wasted annually
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Two soldiers martyred, 15 terrorists killed in KP IBOs: ISPR
President, Prime Minister, and Interior Minister praised successful operations and paid tribute to martyred soldiers
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Pakistan’s IT exports set to hit $4bn amid calls for tax reforms
Pakistan’s "Uraan" initiative aims to boost IT exports to $10bn by 2029, strengthening the country’s external accounts
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Uptown Girl: Christie Brinkley's memoir opens up about marriage to Billy Joel and personal struggles
Brinkley shares intimate details about her marriage to Billy Joel, past heartbreaks, and life lessons in her memoir.
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Pakistan proposes UN members, neighbouring states for fair investigation of Pahalgam incident
Khawaja Asif says EU, neighbours, and UN Security Council members could join probe to ensure transparency
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Pakistan shuts down in nationwide strike over Palestinian solidarity
From Karachi to Peshawar, markets shut and streets emptied as a nationwide strike brought daily life to a standstill.
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How much duty will Pakistanis pay on iPhone 16, older models? Here are the details
The Directorate reviewed 90 days of import data before finalising the new customs values.
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Privatization of hospitals risks burdening masses
165,000 low-income patients will suffer daily after the privatization of public health facilities
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Celebrity matchmaker Amber Kelleher-Andrews dies at 56
Amber Kelleher-Andrews, celebrity matchmaker and former actress, dies at 56 after a long battle with ovarian cancer.
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Water levels surge in Jhelum River after India's unannounced discharge
Jhelum River faces flood-like conditions with a flow of 22,000 cusecs passing through Muzaffarabad's Domel area.
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Funds for 67,000 Pakistani Hajj pilgrims sent to wrong account
Authorities have formed special subcommittee to investigate, trace funds, and prevent similar incidents in future
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Pahalgam incident: Iran proposes mediation to ease Pakistan-India tensions
Neither Pakistan nor India has yet publicly responded to the Iranian offer.
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Gigi Hadid celebrates 30th birthday with Bradley Cooper, fans spot gold ring fueling rumors
Gigi Hadid celebrates her 30th birthday in NYC with Bradley Cooper, wearing a gold ring sparking engagement rumors.
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World leaders and mourners pay tribute to Pope Francis at Vatican funeral
More than 250,000 mourners filled Vatican Square, applauding as Pope Francis’ casket was raised at the funeral’s end
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After Pahalgam incident, Seema Haider’s fate in India hangs in balance
After India cancelled Pakistani visas post-Pahalgam attack, Seema appeals to govt to let her stay in the country.
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Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia launches smart guide for pilgrims
The "Smart Book of Hajj Rituals" is available in Arabic, English, French, Urdu, Malayalam, and Turkish.
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Hamas open to hostage deal and five-year truce ahead of Cairo talks
Hamas demands Gaza war end, Israeli withdrawal, and urgent aid as UN warns food stocks are running out
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Interior minister calls for international probe into Pahalgam, Jaffarabad incidents
We have proposed to India to conduct transparent investigation into the Pahalgam, Jaffarabad incidents: Mohsin Naqvi
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Olly Murs makes a last minute cancellation for Brighton and Hull shows
Olly Murs cancels Hull and Brighton shows after stomach bug affects band and crew.
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HBL PSL X: Sultans suffer fifth loss as Mitchell, Raza power Qalandars to victory
Qalandars chase 186 with an over to spare after Sultans post 185/3 on half-centuries by Rizwan, Ghulam.
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Karachi scorches as met dept warns of heatwave across Sindh
Heatwave alert warns of intense conditions persisting across much of Sindh through April 30.
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Dh 464,550 Ibn-e- Sina manuscript to feature at Abu Dhabi book fair
The manuscript, brought by Peter Harrington, marks the 1000th anniversary of Ibn Sina’s iconic medical work
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After Pahalgam, Adnan Sami loses cool over citizenship question by ex-Pakistani minister
Controversy began when Fawad Chaudhry jibed at Adnan Sami's nationality as India asked Pakistanis to leave by April 27
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Fire Country cast shakeup: Stephanie Arcila and Billy Burke leave after three seasons
The show will enter new season without original cast members Stephanie Arcila and Billy Burke, signaling major changes
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Azerbaijan offers fully funded scholarships for international students, including Pakistanis
Named after Heydar Aliyev, the initiative boosts Azerbaijan’s educational diplomacy and global partnerships
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Main accused in Imran Khan attack sentenced to life in prison
The court found Naveed guilty of terrorism and killing PTI worker Moazzam in 2022 Wazirabad attack on Imran Khan.
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Shahid Afridi reacts strongly to India's Pahalgam accusations
Cricketer emphasised that dialogue between Pakistan, India is the only viable path towards resolving disputes
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5.0 magnitude earthquake jolts Swat, surrounding areas
Officials reported no casualties or significant damage following the tremors.
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Pakistan crypto council and World Liberty Financial sign landmark agreements
Attaullah Tarar said Pakistan's Crypto Council is a major step, with vast opportunities and rapid progress
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Chemical explosion at Bandar Abbas Port kills five and injures hundreds
Authorities transfer injured to medical facilities as initial probe points to storage lapses.
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Indian broadcasters sent home as tensions spike after Pahalgam incident
Expulsion came after Indian streaming platform FanCode suspended HBL PSL live streaming in India
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Punjab to launch Air Punjab and Pakistan’s first bullet train: Azma Bokhari
Wars are won by sacrifice, not weapons, says Punjab minister Azma Bokhari.
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'It’s been going on for 1,500 years,' Trump exaggerates Kashmir dispute timeline
The Kashmir dispute originated in 1947, the year of India and Pakistan's independence.
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Modi trying to turn Kashmir into Gaza: Irfan Siddiqui
Water war threats from India will be treated as acts of war, warns Irfan Siddiqui.
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PUAN Internship 2025: Earn Rs35,000 per month and build your career
The programme will select 40 interns from across 14 PUAN chapters
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Judge concerned as 2-year-old US citizen deported to Honduras without due process
Handwritten note in Spanish from mother cited to justify deportation stating she wished to accompany her daughter
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Met Gala 2025: How to watch the biggest night in fashion live
This years Met Gala honours Black style and sharp tailoring with fashion’s brightest names.
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Son of CIA deputy director reportedly killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine
Acquaintances say Gloss consumed joined Russians over US policy on Israel shaped by content consumed online.
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PM Shehbaz launches development projects in G-B, sets deadline for 100MW solar scheme
Announces the establishment of four Daanish schools, which will provide free education, meals and uniforms
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KSE-100 extends gains, rises over 1,000 points amid positive market sentiment
Markets remain attentive to developments surrounding US-Iran negotiations
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Pakistan upbeat on possible US‑Iran deal soon to bring peace to region, world: FO
Says Pakistan seeks dialogue but will respond with full strength if aggression imposed, as it did a year ago
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Pakistan defeated an enemy five times larger than itself in Marka-e-Haq: DG ISPR
Senior officers from Pakistan Navy, Pakistan Air Force are also present alongside the DG ISPR during the briefing
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FCC dismisses FBR appeals, declares Section 7E unconstitutional
Court rules that all actions taken by FBR under Section 7E are unlawful
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PAF displayed its unmatched capability, resilience, dominance in Marka-e-Haq, says air chief
Pakistan’s cyber 'Shaheens' destroyed enemy’s cyber security, delivering a humiliating defeat to Indian Air Force
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IHC adjourns £190m case hearing on Safdar’s request, sets May 20
NAB opposes adjournment of appeals, but court grants a final deadline for concluding arguments
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Ishaq Dar calls Marka-e-Haq a symbol of national unity, courage
'When the nation stands as one, no force on earth can shake its foundations,' Dar says
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CNS emphasises combat readiness in maritime domain
Admiral Naveed Ashraf stresses on acquiring niche, cutting-edge technologies as absolute strategic necessity for Navy
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Imran's counsel seeks delay in £190m appeal
Cites lack of access to client for instructions
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Senate panel flags security concerns
Sindh records 22% rape conviction rate, followed by Balochistan at 12% and K-P 6%
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Hopes rise for peace as Iran, US strike a conciliatory note
Trump says Iran deal 'very possible', but threatens strikes if not, PM Shehbaz sounds optimistic
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Armed forces vow 'stronger response' to any hostile design as Pakistan marks first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq
Reiterate commitment to defend Pakistan, say Marka-e-Haq has renewed national pride and strengthened resolve
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Pakistan turns to spot LNG market again
Fresh two-cargo tender issued amid summer power outage risk
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Power consumers set for Rs64b relief
Nepra has scheduled a hearing for May 19, after which a final decision regarding the relief will be made
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SBP purchases $27b in 3.5 years
Governor defends rate hike; economy seen growing over 4% in third quarter
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Foreign reserves rise by $23m
Gold climbs to Rs496,762 per tola amid global rally
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Saudi assures continued energy support
Both sides exploring refinery upgradation projects as technical talks progress
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Telecom sector seeks budget tax relief
Proposals include lower withholding tax, customs duty abolition on 5G equipment
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Bill penalising borrowers deferred
NA panel delays powers for banks to take over defaulter's property after first notice
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Cannabis control body plans Rs200m renovation
Funding required to operationalise facilities in building taken over from S&T ministry
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LCCI presents budget proposals to FinMin
Chamber urges end to policy instability, restoration of final tax regime
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PSX stays bullish, nears 173,000
KSE-100 index adds 1,190 points over easing US-Iran tensions
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'Illicit cigarettes cost Rs350b a year'
Weak enforcement, not lack of laws, fuels informal trade, minister told
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Gold price rises by Rs7,800 per tola in local market
Price of 10 grams of gold in Pakistan increases by Rs6,687
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Oil prices rise as investors weigh Middle East peace prospects
Brent crude futures were up 54 cents, or 0.5%, at $101.81 a barrel
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5G rollout in Aug, devices scarce
Telcos propose phones on installments; iPhone users to wait till 2027
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Gold surges Rs11,100 as global rally lifts prices
Climbs to Rs488,962/tola on around 3% jump internationally; rupee up
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Pakistan, US eye fair trade deal
Washington appreciates Islamabad's role in promoting regional stability
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Rubio tells Pope Leo 'great' to meet at Vatican amid tensions with Trump
Closed-door meeting is expected to last about a half-hour, after which Rubio will also meet Vatican's top diplomat
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US and Iran explore short-term deal to end fighting
Any agreement to prolong the ceasefire between the US and Iran could also lower tensions in Lebanon
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No ships pass through Strait of Hormuz in last 24 hours amid rising security risks
Halt comes after reported attacks on Chinese tanker, French vessels & Iran's new transit rules for strategic waterway
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Israeli army blocks access to rocket-tracking system over Iran leak fears, local media reports
Local Israeli officials complain ban to Shual system left them ‘working under enemy fire without vital tool’
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Trump’s reversal on reopening Strait of Hormuz came after backlash from ally: NBC report
Saudi Arabia reportedly suspended US military’s ability to use its bases and airspace
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Fresh Israeli strikes kill 3 in southern Lebanon in violation of 'ceasefire'
Israeli army continues daily attacks violating truce announced in April
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Pair back in UK from virus-hit ship advised to self-isolate: officialsa
MV Hondius, where the outbreak happened, was off Cape Verde late Wednesday
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Batista helped broker Lula-Trump meeting,
Encounter between Lula and Trump has been in the works since January
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Cuba blasts 'dangerous' US threats of military action against island
'The threat of a military attack and the aggression itself are international crimes,' Rodriguez said
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Pioneering CNN founder Ted Turner dead at 87
Cable News Network upended established broadcasting with its dedication to around-the-clock breaking news
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Russia, Ukraine dual ceasefires falter
Moscow warns diplomatic missions to evacuate Kyiv staff
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India, Vietnam target $25b trade
Lam was earlier accorded a red-carpet welcome at the presidential palace
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Araghchi seeks 'new post-war' framework
China says will play 'greater role' in ending Mideast fighting
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Sarkozy escapes second ankle tag sentence
He has also received two definitive convictions in other cases
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Senior Hezbollah commander killed in Israel attack
Beirut and its southern suburbs had been spared Israeli attacks since April 8
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Real Madrid face Clasico amid chaos
Alvaro Arbeloa's side trail the reigning champions by 11 points
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F1 and Sky agree five-year extensions
The UK and Ireland deal will now run through the 2034 season
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Vingegaard begins bid for Giro-Tour double
He is the clear favourite for the Giro
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Badminton looks to future
The BWF said it will trial synthetic shuttlecocks at lower-grade tournaments
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Roma's Champions League return back on
Juventus and AC Milan are also hoping to finish Serie A as top four
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Williamson named in NZ squad for Ireland, England Tests
Will Young left out in favour of Henry Nicholls
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Holders PSG edge Bayern Munich
They will face undefeated Arsenal in the Champions League final
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Pakistan to take on Bangladesh in 1st Test from tomorrow
The two-match series will commence at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Dhaka
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K-P’s young sailors defy odds to bring glory home
Hijab Ajmal demands government’s support, training facilities locally
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LIV sees hope for new sponsors
PIF said it will pull the plug on backing LIV once the season concludes
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20
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US hotel bookings far behind expectations
Eighty percent of respondents reported hotel bookings
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Forest have history in their sights
Pereira's side will defend a 1-0 lead from the semi-final first leg
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Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup
The Spanish star settled outstanding penalties
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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters
The body asked the FFIRI to visit its Zurich base by May 20




























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