Faiz Hameed’s 14-Year Sentence Echoes Through Pakistan’s Political Landscape continues to dominate the national conversation as the ruling leadership reacts to the unprecedented punishment handed to former DG ISI Lt Gen retd Faiz Hameed. In the first paragraph itself, it becomes clear that Faiz Hameed’s 14-Year Sentence Echoes Through Pakistan’s Political Landscape has triggered a broader debate on accountability, governance and the long-term impact of decisions taken during previous power structures. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Pakistan will continue to bear the consequences of choices made by Faiz Hameed and former army chief Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa, stressing that the nation is now facing the results of a political and institutional chain reaction set into motion years ago.
Khawaja Asif wrote on X that Pakistan will “reap for years the crop sown by Faiz Hameed and General Bajwa.” He added a prayer for genuine accountability driven by sincerity and fear of God, urging current power holders to understand that authority is a sacred trust and must be exercised to serve the people, not personal interests.
Senator Faisal Vawda also weighed in, calling the 14-year sentence “just the beginning.” He reminded the public that May 9 cases are still underway and said that all facilitators and instigators responsible for the chaos would eventually face accountability. His statement reflects a growing perception that the chapter on institutional interference, political engineering and unrest is far from closed.
The 14-year rigorous imprisonment was announced after a Field General Court Martial found Faiz Hameed guilty on four charges, including involvement in political activities, violations of the Official Secrets Act, misuse of authority and causing harm to civilians. This is the first time in Pakistan’s history that a former ISI chief has received such a sentence. The trial, conducted under the Pakistan Army Act, began in August 2024 and continued for 15 months. According to ISPR, Faiz Hameed was provided full legal rights and retains the option to appeal the decision. Meanwhile, investigations into his alleged political interference remain ongoing, suggesting that more developments may follow.
