Islamabad – Imran Khan, former Prime Minister of Pakistan and leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, strongly criticized the current government of Pakistan in a conversation with journalists and lawyers from Adiala Jail. He warned that if his demands are not met, he will initiate a campaign of civil disobedience, economic boycotts, and sanctions.
Imran Khan claimed that the people of Pakistan are under pressure from “state terrorism” and accused the ruling system of undermining all national and judicial institutions to retain power. He alleged that Pakistan’s intelligence agencies are being used to suppress the PTI instead of performing their primary duties, which, according to him, is damaging the reputation of the military.
He put forward two key demands:
1. The formation of an independent commission under the supervision of senior judges of the Supreme Court to investigate the incidents of May 9, 2023, and November 26, 2024, independently.
2. The immediate release of all political prisoners who have been unlawfully detained.
Imran Khan further stated that during every opposition protest, false cases are fabricated, and many PTI members remain missing. He urged the government to release full details of those arrested and individuals transferred to hospitals or morgues, as well as to preserve CCTV footage.
Khan also expressed concern over discrimination against Pashtuns in the country, strongly condemning such actions. He emphasized that the PTI is a federal party that unites all ethnic groups in Pakistan.
He announced the formation of a negotiation committee led by Omar Ayub Khan and warned that if his demands are not met, he will launch a civil disobedience movement, reduce foreign remittances, and impose economic sanctions against the government.
These remarks by Imran Khan come at a time when Pakistan is grappling with political crises, economic challenges, and internal instability.
