The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) opposition has rejected the Prime Minister’s offer for peace talks, accusing the government of using negotiations as a ploy to deceive the public. PTI spokesperson Sheikh Waqas Akram said in a media interview that the government is attempting to use talks as a means to further its own political agenda.
Former party leaders have demanded that the Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, release senior party leadership from Kot Lakhpat Jail before initiating peace talks. They argue that the government’s demand for the PTI to seek forgiveness is a sign of its political weakness and intellectual bankruptcy.
Sheikh Waqas Akram stated that the government’s approach is a clear indication of its political instability and intellectual bankruptcy. He added that the PTI will not participate in peace talks with the government.
In a previous interview with Geo News, Sheikh Waqas Akram responded to the Prime Minister’s offer for peace talks. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif countered by saying that negotiations are based on give-and-take, implying that the Prime Minister does not have the authority to initiate talks. Akram retorted by saying that the PTI will not participate in peace talks with the government.
Reports suggest that PTI leaders Mahmood Khan Achakzai and Maulana Naseer Abbas will respond to the Prime Minister’s offer for peace talks today. Sindh Governor said that they are ready to win the war of economy, just like they won the war against India. Sindh Chief Minister emphasized the need for unity among all stakeholders to improve the country’s prospects. Provincial Assembly can enact legislation for the betterment of the province, Sindh Chief Minister said.
The PTI government plans to hold consumers and telecom users responsible for their own internet and mobile phone usage, according to party officials. The TTP (Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan) continues to attack Pakistani forces and civilians, an American publication reported.
Sindh IG has reportedly sought the federal government’s assistance regarding the issue of the province’s IG change. Pakistan Military Academy cadets have taken over the responsibility of guarding the shrine.
President Asif Zardari returned to Pakistan after completing his official visit to Iraq. Prior to his departure, the President visited the shrine of Imam Hussein and Imam Abbas in Karbala and offered prayers.
According to police, the accused dug a 140-meter-long tunnel to steal oil. Rail authorities have suspended the Jaffar Express for Peshawar, Bolan Mail for Karachi, and the Jaffar Express from Peshawar to Quetta.
The Fire Brigade reported that the fire in a house was extinguished, with three cars participating in the effort. No one was injured in the incident.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that the principles of Quaid-e-Azam, such as faith, unity, and discipline, guarantee a bright national future.
Merry Christmas is being celebrated worldwide, including in Pakistan, today. Arif Habib Group’s Chairman, Arif Habib, said that his group has always been interested in buying PIA, and now they want to buy the remaining 25%. They have 90 days to complete the purchase.
The Interior Minister stated that the PTI’s position changes every hour. Former Minister of Finance, Miftah Ismail, said that the government’s decision to privatize PIA is correct. The TTP (Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan) continues to attack Pakistani forces and civilians, an American publication reported.
A case has been registered against actress Saba Qamar for shooting a video while wearing police uniform. A petition has been filed against Saba Qamar in the Lahore Sessions Court.
Pakistan Military Academy cadets have taken over the responsibility of guarding the shrine. Famous actor, Feroze Khan, has been accused by his ex-wife, Alizeh Sultan, of refusing to hand over their children. Sindh Chief Minister said that the country’s improvement requires unity among all stakeholders.
