Pakistan government takes decisive action to outlaw Imran Khan’s PTI party

Pakistan government takes decisive action to outlaw Imran Khan’s PTI party

Islamabad, ⁢Pakistan – The Pakistani government has announced its intention to prohibit the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)‌ party, led by imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan.

Information Minister Attaullah Tarar revealed this ​decision on Monday following a recent legal victory⁤ for PTI in the Supreme Court, which ruled in favor ​of the party’s eligibility for reserved seats in national and provincial assemblies.

Citing various allegations such as inciting violent protests and leaking classified information, Tarar stated that the government will pursue a ‍case to ban PTI, with ‌plans to​ present it to the Supreme ​Court.

Additionally, the government aims to press treason charges against Khan,⁢ along with two other senior⁣ party members, ‌and challenge the Supreme Court’s ruling on seat allocation for women and religious minorities.

PTI spokesperson ⁤Sayed Zulfiqar Bukhari criticized the government’s ​decision, describing it as a‍ sign of their desperation after ‌failed attempts to obstruct the party through legal means.

Last‌ week, the Supreme Court recognized PTI as a legitimate political entity, affirming its right to ‍field candidates despite not having an election symbol. This ruling stemmed from PTI’s previous ban on using its cricket ⁢bat symbol in parliamentary elections.

Despite facing challenges, PTI-backed candidates emerged as a prominent parliamentary bloc…

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