Defence Minister Khawaja Asif expressed on Sunday his concerns about the risks facing the country’s national unity, asserting that the country was under threat from external agendas.
Expressing his thoughts, Asif expressed optimism that the country will defend its unity at all costs. He took a jibe at the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), saying, "If the PTI’s rally had been successful, it would not have canceled it."
He noted increasing visible divisions and conflicts within PTI, accusing party members from the top to the bottom of being involved in "corruption.".
"The internal discord is evident within the PTI as leaders like Ali Amin Gandapur accuse each other of theft, highlighting contradictions within the party.".
The minister also addressed the recent political climate, commenting on remarks made by Bushra Bibi and others following the cancellation of the PTI rally. He questioned the sincerity of these comments and dismissed claims of any venomous discourse or superintendent involvement.
Asif was of the view that such statements cast serious doubt on the integrity of the political environment.
Furthermore, Asif reflected on the events that transpired on May 9, calling them an "act of rebellion.".
He questioned the claims of the PTI members denying their involvement in these events, pointing out public incidents like Yasmin Rashid sitting on top of a vehicle.
Asif criticized the international media for allegedly publishing articles against Pakistan for monetary gain, accusing them of creating a narrative designed to incite further rebellion.
He warned that the aim of these narratives is to provoke another incident similar to May 9 by spreading false narratives.
