LAHORE: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) senior leader Shah Mahmood Qureshi has known as for justice as he has been at the back of bars for one-and-a-half of years. “If I am responsible, punish me… If I am innocent, supply me comfort,” said Qureshi throughout an informal media speak at an anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Lahore on Friday. He is currently incarcerated in Kot Lakhpat Jail in Lahore. Qureshi, the previous foreign minister, criticised the government’s technique to handling political dissent and known as for talk. “The PTI is a primary political birthday party, and banning it would be foolish,” he said. Qureshi further demanded a judicial fee to investigate the events of May 9, 2023, ensuring duty for the ones accountable. During the protests on May nine, miscreants focused the civil and navy installations which include — Jinnah House and the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi. The military termed May nine “Black Day” and determined to try the PTI protesters underneath the Army Act. PTI founder Imran Khan, however, blames “agencies’ guys” for arson and shooting in some areas during the May nine violent protests. Qureshi additionally known as for alleviation for other detained party leaders, which includes Yasmin Rashid and Ijaz Chaudhry. “A conducive environment for negotiations can most effective emerge if the authorities changes its tone,” the senior PTI chief introduced.
