British singer Dua Lipa said in a podcast published Tuesday that the protest movement in Albania was “inspiring”, as demonstrations against a resort linked to US President Donald Trump’s family rattle the Tirana government.

Since late May, protests have been held against the planned construction of a luxury hotel linked to Trump’s daughter Ivanka and her husband Jared Kushner in a nature reserve on the country’s coast.

Lipa, speaking on her Service95 Book Club podcast with Albanian author Lea Ypi, said she shared the protesters’ concerns about the government’s transparency in approving the development.

“What I actually find concerning is the principle that the government could just change the law to remove the environmental protection without any kind of public consultation,” said the 30-year-old, who has Kosovan-Albanian parents.

“I find it so inspiring to see how much people really care,” referring to the daily demonstrations.

The singer also said it was clear that the problem was structural and there was a need to rebuild “in a way that supports the people”.

The planned resort was first unveiled in 2024, but the latest wave of protests began after barbed-wire fencing and bulldozers appeared on beaches in late May.

Opposition to the project has become a flashpoint for frustrations over perceived corruption, with demands now including the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama.

The musician’s comments were welcomed by local environmental activist Besjana Gurri, who told AFP it was a “powerful message” to the Albanian government.

“I am confident that her voice will help bring greater international attention to this fight and amplify the concerns of the people protesting in Tirana.”

Jose Mourinho’s first La Liga game in charge of Real Madrid in his second spell at the club will be away at Espanyol on August 22 after Los Blancos’ original opener was pushed back on Tuesday.

Madrid were due to host Real Sociedad on the opening weekend of the season but La Liga have moved that game to August 26.

Champions Barcelona will now begin their season at Elche on August 23, with their original opener at home against Athletic Bilbao also delayed until August 27.

La Liga made the decision to change the schedule because several players from both sides are involved in the World Cup semi-finals.

Atletico Madrid, who also have players still at the tournament, will still kick off against Malaga on Wednesday August 19.

The Spanish top flight season begins with Alaves hosting Getafe and Rayo Vallecano visiting Sevilla on Saturday August 15.

Former France captain and legendary shots topper Hugo Lloris has spoken on what sets Kylian Mbappé apart, suggesting the talismanic forward is “unstoppable” when at his best.

France face Spain in a blockbuster 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final in Dallas, and as the match approaches, Lloris pinpointed a particular psychological and tactical attribute over physical attributes to define Mbappé’s genius.

The Ultimate Elite Trait: Game Intelligence While speed is often celebrated, Lloris believes the true strength of his former colleague resides in his mind.

“He has an extra gear, yes, but with some players, their brilliance is difficult to explain,” Lloris admitted to the World Cup. “On the pitch, he has got what all the best players, generation after generation, have got.

He can see everything before everyone else.” Lloris, now plying his trade in MLS with LAFC, compared the 2018 World Cup winner’s approach to a elite athlete waiting to pounce.

Sometimes you see him walking around and then suddenly he goes so fast, like a sprinter. So there is a high and a low, but when there is a high, he is unstoppable.” Chasing History in 2026 The 2026 World Cup performance is proving Lloris correct on Mbappé’s capabilities.

Leading the charge with a fearsome attacking unit including Ousmane Dembl and Michael Olise, Kylian Mbappé was influential once more against Morocco in the quarter-finals. Though he uncharacteristically missed a first-half penalty, the 2018 winner provided an impressive response by opening the scoring on the hour before laying on a assist for Dembl, sealing a 2-0 victory that highlights his ability to flourish under immense pressure in the global showpiece.

QUETTA: Pakistan security forces have killed four more terrorists in the ongoing “Operation Shaban” in Balochistan, ARY News reported on Tuesday, citing security sources.

According to security sources, the joint operation “Shabaan” by the Pakistan Army, Frontier Corps (FC) Balochistan, and police against terrorists is continuing, security sources said.

Effective operations against terrorists are underway in the area, with security forces targeting them through both aerial and ground-based actions.

Sources said that as a result of successful operations, terrorist groups have suffered significant losses. During recent actions, confirmed reports indicate that four more militants have been killed.

With the latest casualties, the total number of terrorists killed during Operation Shabaan has reached 83, according to security sources.

Sources added that since July 5, a total of 121 terrorists have been killed in Operation Shabaan and other intelligence-based operations.

Security officials said that Operation Shabaan will continue in Balochistan until the last terrorist is eliminated.

Read more: 88 terrorists killed in security operations in Balochistan since July 5

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi praised the Pakistan Army, FC Balochistan, and police for the successful operation in which nine more terrorists were killed.

In a statement, Naqvi lauded the security forces for their courage and unwavering resolve, saying they had foiled the enemy’s “nefarious designs.”

“The sacrifices rendered by our security forces for peace in Balochistan will remain a golden chapter in history,” the minister said, adding that terrorism must be eradicated completely and that “the enemies of peace will find no place to hide.”

Earlier, Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said that 42 people, including 11 soldiers, 27 police personnel and four civilians, were martyred in three separate attacks carried out by Fitna al Khwarij (FAK) and Fitna Al-Hindustan (FAH) in Balochistan.

Peshawar  –  Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Information and Public Relations Shafi Jan has said that the Speaker of the KP Assembly has directed that the controversial provisions of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Members of Provincial Assembly Privileges Act be referred back to the Standing Committee on Privileges for review.

He said the committee would re-examine the controversial clauses and restore them in line with the 1988 Act within one week.

Addressing a news conference, the minister said the Act had remained under discussion over the past several days, with concerns raised by the journalist community, the general public and workers of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) regarding certain provisions.

Taking these concerns into consideration, Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi convened a meeting of the provincial cabinet. Following consultations with the Speaker of the Provincial Assembly, it was decided that the controversial clauses should be withdrawn for reconsideration.

Shafi Jan said that, in line with the Chief Minister’s directives, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Speaker of the Provincial Assembly, attended by parliamentary leaders of all political parties as well as the Leader of the Opposition. After hearing the views of all participants, the Speaker directed that the disputed provisions be referred back to the Standing Committee on Privileges.

He said that, since the bill had originally been presented by the Standing Committee on Privileges, the committee would review the contentious provisions within one week and align them with the provisions of the 1988 Act. He added that members of the journalist community and the public would also be welcome to submit their recommendations.

The minister said that most provisions of the new law were identical to those contained in the 1988 Act, with the exception of the clause relating to blue passports. However, he clarified that the draft approved by the provincial cabinet did not contain any provision extending blue passport facilities to members’ children or spouses, or granting them as a lifetime entitlement.

He said the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa signed the bill on May 6, and it was notified in the official Gazette on May 7, yet no objections were raised by any quarter at that time.

Shafi Jan said that the issue had been deliberately highlighted to divert attention from the case involving Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar’s grandson. He maintained that both Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and the provincial government had reservations about the slow pace of the investigation and would not allow the matter to be brushed aside.

The minister further said that similar amendments had already been introduced in Sindh and Punjab but had not generated comparable public debate. He added that only 992 blue passports had been issued in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, whereas approximately 56,000 had been issued across the country, and stressed that the complete facts and figures regarding blue passports should be made public.

Timergara  –  Adviser to Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Population Welfare, Zakat and Ushr, Malik Liaqat Ali Khan on Monday inaugurated the solarization, CCTV surveillance system and renovation project at the District Press Club Timergara.

The ceremony was attended by Deputy Commissioner Basharat Ahmad, members of the journalist community and local officials. District Press Club General Secretary Ihsanullah Shakir welcomed the guests, while President Haleem Asad briefed them on the club’s activities, achievements and future requirements.

Speaking on the occasion, Haleem Asad highlighted the vital role of journalism in society and said that despite limited resources, journalists in Lower Dir continued to perform their professional responsibilities with dedication and integrity.

He thanked the provincial government for previously providing a grant of Rs50 million to the press club, which, he said, had been utilized transparently for its development.

He informed the guests that the reporting section had become insufficient to accommodate working journalists and stressed the need for constructing a conference hall. He also requested the provision of computers and furniture and called for the allocation of funds to establish a digital studio at the press club.

Addressing the gathering, Malik Liaqat praised the journalist community for its positive and responsible reporting, saying it played a significant role in highlighting public issues and helping resolve them.

He appreciated the transparent utilization of the previous government grant and commended the press club’s management for working honestly to improve the institution.

“The Press Club belongs to all of us, and I appreciate your sincere efforts to develop this national asset,” he said, assuring journalists that he would continue striving for the betterment of the club and support its transformation into a model press club. The adviser reiterated that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government firmly believed in freedom of expression and announced a personal grant of Rs1 million for the District Press Club Timergara.