Supreme Court to hear review plea in 10 billion defamation case filed by PM Shehbaz against PTI founder.

An important development has emerged in the 10 billion defamation case filed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif against the founder of PTI.

The Supreme Court has fixed for hearing a review petition filed by the PTI founder against the decision that ended his right of defense in the case. The matter will be heard on March 6 by a three-member bench headed by Justice Ayesha Malik.

The bench also includes Justice Hashim Kakar and Justice Ishtiaq Ibrahim. The court had earlier halted the trial proceedings and issued a notice to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during the previous hearing.

The controversy began after a trial court terminated the PTI founder’s right of defense for failing to submit an affidavit. Both the Lahore High Court and the Supreme Court had earlier upheld the decision to end his right of defense.

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However, the latest review petition seeks reconsideration of that ruling, arguing that the right to defense is a fundamental legal protection.

Legal experts say the upcoming hearing could prove crucial in determining the future direction of the high-profile defamation case, which involves a claim of 10 billion in damages.

The case continues to draw significant political and legal attention across the country.