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BBC Faces Setback as Court Rejects Bid to Dismiss Trump’s $10 Billion Defamation Lawsuit
FLORIDA: A federal court in Florida has rejected the BBC’s request to dismiss US President Donald Trump’s $10 billion defamation lawsuit, allowing the case to proceed.
Federal Judge Jeffrey Kuntz ruled that Trump’s defamation claims were sufficient to move forward at this stage. However, the court dismissed a separate claim filed under Florida’s unfair trade practices law.
Trump filed the lawsuit over the editing of his speech in a BBC documentary. The programme combined two separate portions of his speech delivered before the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol.
Trump alleges that the BBC deliberately edited his remarks to create the impression that he had directly encouraged his supporters to engage in violence.
The BBC has already apologised for the editing error, acknowledging that the programme created a misleading impression that Trump had directly called for violence.
The BBC argued in court that the documentary did not meet the legal standard for defamation. It also maintained that the programme was not broadcast or made available in the United States and should therefore be dismissed.
However, Judge Kuntz rejected the request, clarifying that the ruling only allows the case to proceed. It does not determine whether Trump will prove his allegations or be entitled to damages.
Trump described the court’s decision as a major victory in a post on his social media platform, Truth Social.
Meanwhile, a BBC spokesperson said the organisation was surprised by the ruling but respected the court’s authority and would continue to defend itself during the legal proceedings.
During the case, Trump’s lawyers also acknowledged that they had no evidence that the documentary was available in the United States through the BBC’s various services.
Trump later agreed to drop BBC Studios, the broadcaster’s commercial arm, from the lawsuit. BBC Studios had argued that it had no role in producing the documentary.
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Government Announces Reduction in Petrol Prices
KARACHI: The government has announced a reduction in petrol prices.
According to a notification issued by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), the price of petrol has been reduced by Rs. 2 per litre, while the price of diesel remains unchanged.
As per the notification, the new price of petrol has been fixed at Rs. 330 per litre, while diesel will continue to be sold at Rs. 360 per litre.
The revised prices of petrol and diesel will take effect from November 14.
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Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan Engages Global Investors at Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026
Islamabad: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan visited the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum (PMIF) 2026 at Jinnah Convention Centre, Islamabad, where he explored exhibition booths highlighting Pakistan’s mineral resources, mining projects and investment opportunities.
During the visit, the Minister held meetings with ambassadors, trade commissioners, international investors and business representatives to discuss trade cooperation, foreign investment and global partnerships in the minerals sector. Speaking to international media, he highlighted Pakistan’s mineral potential and emphasized the importance of mineral exports, value addition and investment.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to facilitating investors and promoting Pakistan’s mineral resources as a driver of export-led economic growth.
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Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh Meets MSC CEO Soren Toft in Geneva to Explore Investment Opportunities in Pakistan
Geneva: Federal Minister for Board of Investment, Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh, met Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) CEO Mr. Soren Toft at the company’s office in Geneva to discuss potential investment opportunities and strengthen MSC’s business engagement with Pakistan.
The Minister highlighted Pakistan’s strategic location and the investment potential of its major seaports, including Karachi Port, Port Qasim and Gwadar. Mr. Toft expressed MSC’s interest in exploring investment opportunities in Pakistan, particularly in port infrastructure, shipping, logistics and supply-chain services. The Minister also invited an MSC delegation to visit Pakistan, an invitation welcomed by the company, which agreed to arrange a visit.
The meeting marked a positive step towards strengthening Pakistan’s maritime and logistics sectors, enhancing trade connectivity and attracting foreign investment. The Government reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating international investors and translating investment interest into concrete business partnerships.
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