Defence Minister Asif condemns political party attacks

On May 9, Federal Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif made a startling revelation, claiming that military installations and properties were targeted in a premeditated conspiracy orchestrated by a political party. Speaking at a press conference, Asif highlighted that the Corps Commander House Lahore, Mianwali Air Base, and GHQ Rawalpindi were subjected to planned attacks.

Asif emphasized that while political parties have historically had differences with the establishment, this incident marked a significant departure as a political party allegedly expressed its discontent following a vote of no-confidence against it. He pointed out that the attackers were captured on video, leading to the arrest of numerous individuals.

The Minister condemned the audacity of the assailants, noting that their actions posed a severe threat to Pakistan's integrity and its armed forces. He criticized the political party's leadership for allegedly instigating the attacks and then abandoning their supporters when faced with legal consequences.

Asif underscored the need for a national dialogue involving various stakeholders, including the judiciary, establishment, and political parties, to address the country's challenges. He criticized the inconsistent behavior of the party's leadership, particularly their recent calls for negotiations after resorting to inflammatory rhetoric against other political figures.

In conclusion, Asif warned that the May 9 incident would be thoroughly examined in the National Assembly, underscoring the gravity of the situation and the imperative for accountability.