ISLAMABAD: In a departure from its stance on holding talks only with the powers that be, the PTI on Wednesday expressed willingness to negotiate with the Shehbaz-led government if given any “implementable” or “serious” offer. The statement indicates that formal talks between the government and the opposition may commence soon, particularly in light of a meeting between PML-N leader and …
ISLAMABAD: The PTI on Wednesday reiterated its demand for a probe into the alleged deaths of its supporters during its Islamabad protest last month, as MNA Barrister Gohar Ali Khan called on the government to have the “courage to give answers”. Gohar’s remarks come a day after National Assembly Opposition Leader Omar Ayub called for a judicial probe into the …
ISLAMABAD: On the opening day of the National Assembly’s winter session, the opposition Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) on Tuesday reiterated its call for a judicial probe into the alleged killing of its workers during the Nov 26 protest at Islamabad’s D-Chowk. Opposition Leader Omar Ayub Khan accused Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of issuing an “order to kill”, alleging that security personnel …
LAHORE: The Joint Investigation Team (JIT) report in the cases related to the violent events of 9 May, was presented in the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Friday, revealing that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership and several party leaders have been found guilty of inciting violence. The report, which was completed after thorough investigation, states that the leadership of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) …
RAWALPINDI: The District Police Officer (DPO) of Attock Ghias Gul revealed that Brazilian-made tear gas shells were recovered from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protesters, which are not available in Pakistan. In a press conference held in Rawalpindi, the DPO stated that attempts were made to stop the protesters in Attock, leading to clashes and several arrests. “The protesters fired at police …
ISLAMABAD: The head of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F), Maulana Fazlur Rehman, condemned the recent violent incidents in Islamabad and expressed his willingness to mediate with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party if they maintain communication. Speaking to the media in Larkana on Wednesday, Rehman stressed the importance of consensus in national matters, particularly the Kachi Canal project, stating that such issues …
ISLAMABAD: Federal Information Minister Ataullah Tarar has alleged that Bushra Bibi, the wife of PTI founder Imran Khan, intended to provoke violence during recent protests, but PTI leaders fled the scene fearing arrest. Addressing a press conference in Islamabad, Tarar criticised the party for spreading baseless claims of casualties to bolster their political narrative. “They brought modern weapons, teargas shells, …
ISLAMABAD: Meanwhile, the Islamabad police chief said the law enforcement agencies had arrested nearly 1,000 protesters after crowds were evicted from the federal capital in a sweeping security crackdown. Addressing a press conference, Islamabad Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ali Nasir Rizvi said 954 protesters were arrested between Sunday and Tuesday by law enforcement agencies when the crowds came within …
MANSEHRA: After fleeing from the site of the PTI’s high-stakes Islamabad protest, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur on Wednesday resurfaced in Mansehra, where he assured his party workers that the “sit-in is still ongoing” while the police said that nearly 1,000 protesters were arrested. Meanwhile, the government claimed that the protests caused a loss of Rs190 billion to …
PESHAWAR: Physical and technological obstacles, coupled with the intransigence of former first lady Bushra Bibi, foiled last ditch efforts to peacefully resolve the issue of PTI’s protest march towards Islamabad’s D-Chowk, credible sources familiar with behind-the-scenes efforts told. The government also blames her for “sabotaging” the negotiations for an alternate protest venue and “orchestrating” violence by the party’s supporters. Barrister …