Former Prime Minister Imran Khan has claimed that ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed is facing pressure to become an approver against him in connection with the May 9 violence. This development comes as Khan navigates multiple legal challenges, including a new Toshakhana reference and the £190 million corruption case.
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Key Points:
- Khan asserts that Gen Faiz’s arrest is an attempt to implicate him in the May 9 incidents.
- The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has halted the verdict in the £190 million case against Khan and his wife.
- Khan dismisses allegations of taking instructions from his wife Bushra Bibi.
- He reiterates accusations against former army chief Qamar Javed Bajwa.
- The IHC allows day-to-day proceedings in the £190 million case but stops the final verdict.
- PTI leader Hammad Azhar urges the establishment to respect public mandate.
- Sher Afzal Khan Marwat criticizes Gen Faiz’s actions as spy chief.
Legal Developments:
The IHC has restrained an accountability court from announcing the judgment in the £190 million corruption case. The court issued this order after a preliminary hearing of Khan’s petition seeking related records. NAB has been asked to submit a reply.
Political Implications:
Khan’s allegations and the ongoing legal proceedings highlight the complex interplay between politics and the military in Pakistan. The situation continues to evolve, with potential impacts on the country’s political landscape.
This news underscores the ongoing tensions within Pakistan’s political sphere and the legal challenges faced by prominent political figures.