Message from Former Prime Minister Imran Khan to the Court

The Imran Khan message highlights that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) represents the interests of the vast majority of Pakistanis, both within the country and abroad. The current administration, perceived as a puppet regime supported by Form 47, is attempting to drive a wedge between the military and the nation, but such schemes will not succeed. Imran Khan criticized the actions and individuals responsible for the ongoing turmoil. Historically, secretive decisions by certain individuals have caused severe damage to the country—General Zia was behind Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s conviction, and General Yahya Khan was implicated in the fall of Dhaka. According to Imran Khan’s message, ignoring these mistakes would be unjust both to the nation and to the military. No individual should be seen as the sole representative of the institution. Imran Khan emphasizes that criticisms are meant to drive reform, not attack the institution itself, which is a fundamental aspect of democracy.

In Imran Khan’s message, he asserts that there will be no engagement with the Form 47 puppet mafia. The country is effectively under undeclared martial law, leading to severe repercussions for all sectors due to political and economic instability. Their representatives are being installed in every position, with Mohsin Naqvi being a prime example. Imran Khan refuses to negotiate with Mohsin Naqvi, who met with IG Punjab and inflicted harm on PTI supporters. They are deemed responsible for Zil Shah’s death, which will not be accepted internationally, as violence is condemned abroad. The Imran Khan message notes that Maryam Nawaz’s appointment as IG Punjab is intended to suppress PTI. Therefore, Imran Khan prefers to negotiate directly with genuine military leadership rather than this puppet government. He has authorized Mahmood Khan Achakzai to lead negotiations, and if the military leadership appoints a representative, he is open to conditional talks.

According to the Imran Khan message, the primary conditions for negotiations are the return of the stolen mandate, the release of prisoners, the cessation of false cases, and the organization of free and fair elections. Without these, the country’s integrity is at risk.

The Imran Khan message also addresses the current crisis of uncertainty and inflation, which has severely impacted the populace. For instance, the electricity bill for the cleaner of his jail cell has surged to Rs. 40,000. Imran Khan supports Jamaat-e-Islami’s protest against rising electricity bills and taxes and has directed party leaders and workers to join Jamaat-e-Islami’s sit-in.

The Imran Khan message calls for an end to enforced disappearances, describing them as a serious breach of human rights and international law. He notes that 25 workers and their families are still missing, and our international media coordinator Ahmed Janjua was arrested from his home and falsely accused of terrorism.

In Imran Khan’s message, he also supports the Baloch people’s efforts to locate missing persons. He stresses the need to address these issues responsibly to reduce growing resentment and feelings of deprivation among the people.

The Imran Khan message includes a complaint against Islamabad High Court Chief Justice Amir Farooq due to his apparent bias. Imran Khan highlights that when he was abducted from the Islamabad High Court, Amir Farooq justified the act. Farooq is overseeing all cases involving Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi. Given Imran Khan’s expressed lack of confidence in him, Farooq should recuse himself from all cases involving Imran Khan, his party, and his wife.

Finally, Imran Khan’s message points out that the two major parties are struggling to maintain their false power by fostering chaos and division. Over 28 years of struggle, PTI has never endorsed vandalism. The innocence of PTI in the May 9 incidents is evident from CCTV footage. If any PTI member is found guilty of involvement in May 9, they should face consequences.

The Imran Khan message concludes by noting that the insecure and illegitimate government is using every undemocratic tactic to suppress PTI. While other parties are permitted to hold rallies, PTI is being obstructed from organizing meetings. Imran Khan is planning a major public rally in Swabi on August 5, followed by another in Islamabad. The public should prepare.