Imran Khan, the imprisoned leader of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), has expressed concern over the government’s actions against his party’s supporters. He issued a stern warning, threatening to start a civil disobedience campaign if PTI’s demands are not fulfilled.
In a late-night announcement shared on X (formerly Twitter), the 72-year-old leader outlined his next steps. Imran revealed the formation of a five-member team to negotiate with the federal government. This team includes Omar Ayub Khan, Ali Amin Gandapur, Sahibzada Hamid Raza, Salman Akram Raja, and Asad Qaiser.
Imran Khan described this plan as his “trump card.” The team will focus on two key issues: releasing political prisoners and creating a judicial commission. The commission is expected to investigate two events—the May 9 protests and the crackdown on PTI protesters on November 26.
“If these demands are ignored, the civil disobedience movement will begin on December 14,” Imran stated. He warned the government that it would bear responsibility for the consequences of the campaign.
PTI’s recent protest in Islamabad aimed to push for Imran Khan’s release, who has been imprisoned for over a year. However, the demonstration ended abruptly following a government crackdown at midnight. PTI claims at least 12 of its supporters were killed, and 1,000 others were detained.
The government denies these allegations, stating no live ammunition was used. Officials reported that four security personnel, including three Rangers and one police officer, lost their lives during the protests.
In his latest message, Imran Khan also announced a “grand gathering” in Peshawar on December 13. He said the event would honor those who lost their lives during PTI’s Islamabad protest.
Imran further claimed that hundreds of PTI workers remain missing. He urged the Supreme Court to take notice of these incidents and fulfill its constitutional duty.
“We filed cases in the Supreme Court and high courts in Lahore and Islamabad over human rights violations. Yet, no action has been taken,” he remarked.
