PTI praises Pakistan’s mediation role in US-Iran dialogue but criticises government over Imran Khan’s treatment
By Sardar Burhan :
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has praised Islamabad’s diplomatic efforts in facilitating dialogue between Iran and the United States, describing the initiative as a sign that Pakistan is emerging as a responsible player on the global stage.
In a statement issued on Friday by the party’s central media department, PTI Central Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram said Pakistan’s role in encouraging negotiations aimed at resolving the Middle East crisis had helped project a positive image internationally.
He said the development reflected the long-standing vision of PTI founder Imran Khan, who had consistently advocated resolving conflicts through dialogue rather than military confrontation.
Mr Akram welcomed the government’s diplomatic engagement and urged it to use the opportunity to help secure a comprehensive ceasefire and lasting stability in the region.
However, he also condemned what he described as Israel’s aggression against Lebanon, warning that such actions could undermine fragile diplomatic efforts and breach international law. He said Pakistan should ensure Lebanon was not overlooked in the peace process and called on the United States to restrain Israel, which he accused of attempting to disrupt negotiations despite a two-week ceasefire.
While acknowledging Islamabad’s international diplomatic role, the PTI leader said the government must also demonstrate credibility through its conduct at home. He urged authorities to respect human rights, uphold the rule of law and ensure domestic policies were consistent with the country’s international stance.
Mr Akram criticised the treatment of Imran Khan and his wife, alleging they were being held in solitary confinement with limited access to books, television, family members and legal advisers. He said restricting a former prime minister’s visits and medical treatment reflected what he called political victimisation.
He also said Mr Khan had postponed a planned public gathering at Rawalpindi’s Liaquat Bagh to avoid diverting attention from Pakistan’s diplomatic engagement on the Middle East crisis, describing the decision as a demonstration of responsibility and statesmanship.
The PTI leader further claimed that Mr Khan was experiencing serious vision problems in one eye and required urgent medical care. He reiterated the party’s demand that the former prime minister be moved to Shifa International Hospital and allowed treatment under the supervision of his personal doctors.
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