Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister and Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), delivered a speech affirming his commitment to democratic and peaceful processes. Imran Khan’s address was summarized as follows, in which he called for new elections and emphasized his desire to maintain a harmonious relationship with the military.
Demanding elections
Imran Khan called for Pakistan elections on Twitter Spaces. Fair and transparent elections allow citizens to exercise their democratic rights. Electoral reform remains Khan’s commitment to enhancing democracy in the country.
Denying conflict with the Pakistan Army
PTI Chairman clarified he has no fight with Pakistan Army. He compared criticizing the army to criticizing his own children. In other words, he is focused on constructive improvement rather than confrontation. A strong and united army is what Imran Khan wants.
Urging peaceful protests
Regarding Imran Khan’s hearing in the Islamabad High Court, he appealed to his supporters to keep peace and avoid violence. He urged protesters to express their dissent peacefully, as violence would lead to a crackdown. Demonstrations must be conducted peacefully throughout to advocate for change, Imran Khan said.
Allegations Against the Caretaker Government
The PTI Chairman Imran Khan alleged that the Punjab caretaker government was a proxy for PDM and the military establishment. Khan is determined to sue them and their Inspector Generals. Whatever the opposition’s actions, they would face legal consequences, he said.
PDM’s Seeking Establishment’s Support.
Imran Khan alleged that the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) sought support from the military establishment due to a significant decline in their vote bank over the years. He claimed that the recent attacks on military installations on May 9 were orchestrated to justify the crackdown on his party. Imran Khan criticized those responsible for the crackdown, saying they lack an understanding of politics, history, and human behavior.
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“A political party cannot be eliminated like this … how will you eliminate the vote bank? The crackdown has only increased our vote bank.
“People are not stupid, you cannot stop the truth from coming forward in the times of social media. Will you put millions of people in jail? Are people not seeing what is happening?”
