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Blast at Islamabad Mosque Leaves Dozens Dead

                    Blood stains at the site of a deadly explosion at a Shi'ite Muslim mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan A suicide bomber detonated explosives inside a crowded Shi’ite mosque in Islamabad, killing 31 people and injuring many others during Friday prayers. The attack struck the Tarlai neighborhood, where worshippers had gathered in large numbers, turning a moment of devotion into chaos and devastation. Witnesses described a powerful blast that shattered windows, collapsed parts of the structure, and left victims trapped beneath debris. Emergency teams and local residents worked together to rush the wounded to nearby hospitals, where several remain in critical condition. Authorities have heightened security across the capital as investigators work to determine how the attacker breached the area and whether others were involved. The bombing marks one of the deadliest assaults in the city in years and has intensified ...

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Poilievre Retains Conservative Support Amid Leadership Uncertainty



Conservative MPs gathered for their first caucus meeting since the recent federal election, where leader Pierre Poilievre received strong backing despite losing both the election and his own seat. While many MPs voiced their support for Poilievre, the party retains the ability to trigger a leadership review through a secret-ballot vote, as outlined in the Reform Act.

Poilievre, who led the Conservatives to a historic 41% of the popular vote but failed to secure victory over the Liberals, has indicated his desire to remain as leader. Several high-profile MPs, including Andrew Scheer and Michael Barrett, have publicly endorsed his continued leadership, citing his ability to expand the party’s base.

However, with Poilievre no longer holding a seat in the House of Commons, the party must appoint an interim Opposition leader. Additionally, discussions are underway regarding a potential byelection to allow Poilievre to return to Parliament.

Despite internal debates, the prevailing sentiment among Conservative MPs appears to favor Poilievre’s leadership moving forward. Whether the caucus will exercise its power to review his position remains to be seen.

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