Imran Khan continues to be at the centre of Pakistan's political drama. PTI Chief has now accused the coalition government of hatching a conspiracy against his party.

WION Dispatch: PTI Chief Imran Khan accuses the Pakistan government of hatching a conspiracy

Imran Khan continues to be at the center of Pakistan's political drama. The Pakistan territory South Chairman has now accused the coalition government of hatching a conspiracy against his party.

Imran: Government pitting PTI against armed forces

Former interior minister of Pakistan and Awami Muslim League chief, Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed has warned the Shehbaz Sharif-led Pakistan government saying that if anyone tries to arrest Imran Khan that would trigger instability and political drama in the country.

WION Dispatch: PTI leaders warn Shehbaz Sharif government against arresting Imran Khan

Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan claimed his close aide Shahbaz Gill was "abducted". The Pakistani government has come out and said that Gill has been arrested on charges of sedition.

High drama in Islamabad: Former Prime Minister Imran

The investigation into the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party continues as the country's Federal Investigation Agency makes a 5-member team to supervise the ongoing enquiries. The team is notified days after the Election Commission ruled that the PTI had received prohibited funds in a case pending since 2014.

Pak FIA 5-member team to supervise PTI fund case probe

PTI leader Shahbaz Gill has accused former Pakistan Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi of taking a bribe from an Indian company when he was the Petroleum Minister in the cabinet of PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif.

WION Dispatch: Ex-Pak PM Abbasi accused of taking bribe from Indian firm

The Election Commission of Pakistan has ruled that PTI, the party of former Prime Minister Imran Khan received illegal funds from abroad, which is considered as illegal in the country.

WION Dispatch: Pakistan election agency rules PTI received illegal funds from abroad

Ex Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has now landed in trouble. The country's Election Commission has issued a show cause notice to the party after that it ruled that the PTI did indeed receive prohibited funding.

Ex Pak PM Imran Khan's PTI lands in trouble

Nawaz Sharif says 'Pakistan has become a circus'. The leader is upset as Pak's Supreme Court has ruled in PTI's favour, snatching the Punjab CM's post from Hamza Shahbaz Sharif. PML-N now plans to impose governor's rule in the province. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Nawaz Sharif cries foul as Imran Khan wins Punjab

PTI chief and Former Pakistan's prime minister Imran Khan has expressed his gratitude for support against 'foreign conspiracy'. However, Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif has questioned judiciary over ruling.

Politics in Pakistan over Punjab polls continue; Imran Khan rules out dialogue with govt

All of the major local media outlets are reporting that Imran Khan, the nation’s former prime minister, is leading the PTI in 17 of the 20 provincial seats as the vote counting for Pakistan’s Punjab by-elections continues. According to these reports, the powerful coalition of prominent figures, including former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, current Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Vice-President of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Maryam Nawaz, Pakistani Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, and leader of the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM), Maulana Fazlur Rehman, is on the verge of suffering a significant defeat in the province. PLM-N is&nbsp;leading in only 2 seats, while an Independent is ahead on&nbsp;1 seat.

Up until April, when then-Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar resigned following the federal parliament’s vote of no-confidence in Khan, Punjab was governed by the PTI party. A faction of the party’s state lawmakers voted in favour of the PML candidacy,&nbsp;which led to the PTI’s nominee&nbsp;for the position being defeated. Khan then successfully petitioned the Pakistani Election Commission to dismiss the state assembly legislators for improperly voting against the party’s request, creating vacancies for 20 seats. Sharif’s party now has 165 seats, while PTI holds 163, thus it will be a close contest. Sharif and coalition members are in charge of the assembly.

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The voting started at 8 am and went until 5 pm, although Dunya News claimed that voting was suspended in some districts because of fighting. Following the “de-seating” of 25 PTI dissident MPs by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on May 23 for casting a ballot against PML-Hamza N’s Shahbaz in the Punjab chief minister election, the 20 seats became vacant. Around&nbsp;4.57 million registered voters were able to participate in the by-elections and cast ballots. In total, 3140 polling places had been set up across the 20 seats, including 731 male, 700 female, and 1700 combination polling places. There are currently 20 open seats in the Punjab Assembly, which has a total membership of 371, increasing the total number of MPAs there to 351.

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All of the major local media outlets are reporting that Imran Khan, the nation’s former prime minister, is leading the PTI in 17 of the 20 provincial seats as the vote counting for Pakistan’s Punjab by-elections continues.

All of the major local media outlets are reporting that Imran Khan, the nation’s former prime minister, is leading the PTI in 17 of the 20 provincial seats as the vote counting for Pakistan’s Punjab by-elections continues. According to these reports, the powerful coalition of prominent figures, including former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, current Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Vice-President of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Maryam Nawaz, Pakistani Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, and leader of the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM), Maulana Fazlur Rehman, is on the verge of suffering a significant defeat in the province. PLM-N is leading in only 2 seats, while an Independent is ahead on 1 seat. Up until April, when then-Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar resigned following the federal parliament’s vote of no-confidence in Khan, Punjab was governed by the PTI party. A faction of the party’s state lawmakers voted in favour of the PML candidacy, which led to the PTI’s nominee for the position being defeated. Khan then successfully petitioned the Pakistani Election Commission to dismiss the state assembly legislators for improperly voting against the party’s request, creating vacancies for 20 seats. Sharif’s party now has 165 seats, while PTI holds 163, thus it will be a close contest. Sharif and coalition members are in charge of the assembly. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn The voting started at 8 am and went until 5 pm, although Dunya News claimed that voting was suspended in some districts because of fighting. Following the “de-seating” of 25 PTI dissident MPs by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on May 23 for casting a ballot against PML-Hamza N’s Shahbaz in the Punjab chief minister election, the 20 seats became vacant. Around 4.57 million registered voters were able to participate in the by-elections and cast ballots. In total, 3140 polling places had been set up across the 20 seats, including 731 male, 700 female, and 1700 combination polling places. There are currently 20 open seats in the Punjab Assembly, which has a total membership of 371, increasing the total number of MPAs there to 351. (with inputs from agencies)

Pakistan Punjab by-polls: Imran Khan’s PTI leading in 17 out of 20 seats

Pakistan is also witnessing an economic crisis and in a fresh attack aimed at the Shehbaz Sharif's government, the former prime minister Imran Khan warned that Pakistan is not far from a Sri Lanka moment.

Pakistan: 'Not far from Sri Lanka moment,' says Imran Khan

PTI senator Shaukat Tarin said that the people of Pakistan have lost faith in the in the ruling Sharif government. Former PM Imran Khan and his aides have been demanding Shehbaz Sharif's exit.

Pakistan's ex-finance minister Shaukat Tarin criticises Sharif government

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan renewed calls for an early election after his PTI party won a landslide 15 of 20 seats over PML-N in a by-election in the Punjab province.

Imran Khan renews call for early polls after PTI's landslide victory in Pak's Punjab province

PTI has decimated PML(N) in Punjab By-Elections. Imran Khan's PTI party has won 15 out of 20 seats. Shehbaz Sharif's son Hamza Shahbaz Sharif will have to step down as CM. Sharif's other son Suleman Sharif has been declared a 'proclaimed offender'. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: PTI decimates PML-N in Punjab Assembly Bypolls

Imran Khan, a former prime minister of Pakistan, has reaffirmed his appeal for early elections in the wake of his party's winning a key provincial assembly in a surprise upset during a recent by-election. In the by-elections held on Sunday, Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf won 15 of the 20 seats for the provincial parliament, while the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) received only four. A candidate running alone won one of the seats.&nbsp;

These positions became vacant after the Election Commission of Pakistan ousted 25 PTI MPs for voting against the party's candidate for chief minister. Only 20 seats were up for election since five candidates received indirect victories in the reserved seats. The elections have altered the balance of power in the provincial parliament, where the PML-N and its allies now have 179 lawmakers to the PTI's 188, led by its principal ally, the Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q).

In order to be elected, the chief ministerial candidate needs the support of 186 assembly members. Soon after the by-election, the Supreme Court previously ruled that new elections be held for the position of Chief Minister.

The outcome shows that the voters disapproved of the Pakistan Muslim League-controversial Nawaz's policies on the political and economic fronts, including handing their tickets to PTI "turncoats" and allowing the inflationary tendency to continue in order to prevent an economic disaster. The Punjab province has simultaneously given the PTI new life and delivered a major shock to the ruling coalition.

The Express Tribune noted that political observers viewed the results of the Punjab province by-elections as a referendum on both the performance of the new government, particularly in light of rising oil costs, and on Imran Khan's account of his expulsion.

Additionally, Imran Khan called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Sikander Sultan Raja, saying the top official did everything in his power to influence the results of the election in Punjab province in favour of the PML-N party, which is currently in power. He cited the Senate elections in 2021, where Khan claimed there was clear proof of bribery, in saying that his party did not trust the CEC.

He claimed that despite numerous instances of election manipulation being submitted before the CEC, he never penalised anyone, encouraging misconduct because no one was afraid of facing consequences. Khan claimed that despite all of these strategies, "We won as people turned out to vote like never before."

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Imran Khan, a former prime minister of Pakistan, has reaffirmed his appeal for early elections in the wake of his party's winning a key provincial assembly in a surprise upset during a recent by-election.

Imran Khan, a former prime minister of Pakistan, has reaffirmed his appeal for early elections in the wake of his party's winning a key provincial assembly in a surprise upset during a recent by-election. In the by-elections held on Sunday, Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf won 15 of the 20 seats for the provincial parliament, while the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) received only four. A candidate running alone won one of the seats. These positions became vacant after the Election Commission of Pakistan ousted 25 PTI MPs for voting against the party's candidate for chief minister. Only 20 seats were up for election since five candidates received indirect victories in the reserved seats. The elections have altered the balance of power in the provincial parliament, where the PML-N and its allies now have 179 lawmakers to the PTI's 188, led by its principal ally, the Pakistan Muslim League-Quaid (PML-Q). In order to be elected, the chief ministerial candidate needs the support of 186 assembly members. Soon after the by-election, the Supreme Court previously ruled that new elections be held for the position of Chief Minister. The outcome shows that the voters disapproved of the Pakistan Muslim League-controversial Nawaz's policies on the political and economic fronts, including handing their tickets to PTI "turncoats" and allowing the inflationary tendency to continue in order to prevent an economic disaster. The Punjab province has simultaneously given the PTI new life and delivered a major shock to the ruling coalition. The Express Tribune noted that political observers viewed the results of the Punjab province by-elections as a referendum on both the performance of the new government, particularly in light of rising oil costs, and on Imran Khan's account of his expulsion. Additionally, Imran Khan called for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Sikander Sultan Raja, saying the top official did everything in his power to influence the results of the election in Punjab province in favour of the PML-N party, which is currently in power. He cited the Senate elections in 2021, where Khan claimed there was clear proof of bribery, in saying that his party did not trust the CEC. He claimed that despite numerous instances of election manipulation being submitted before the CEC, he never penalised anyone, encouraging misconduct because no one was afraid of facing consequences. Khan claimed that despite all of these strategies, "We won as people turned out to vote like never before." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

After sweeping Punjab by-elections, Imran Khan's PTI discusses forming government 

Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan's party the PTI has made a clean sweep in the by-elections for the Punjab assembly, it has managed to win 15 of the 20 seats. WION's Anas Mallick brings in more exclusive updates.

PTI wins Punjab by polls: Imran Khan takes jibe at EC in victory tweet

The former prime minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, attacked the Pakistan People Party in yet another condescending move for the mismanagement in handling the Karachi floods and Sindh administration after the nation’s economic centre was destroyed by torrential rains. Khan further claimed that the ruling government failed to improve solid waste disposal and clean minor nullahs, and the city’s repeated flooding is a glimpse of the party's' ’14 years of mismanagement and corruption in Sindh. ’ Imran further said, "My govt had given Rs 35 billion to clean and reconstruct major nullahs, but the provincial government failed to perform its task of improving solid waste disposal and cleaning minor nullahs," ANI reported.

Due to the city’s drainage infrastructure and the Sindh government’s claims for rain emergency plans, several major roads and streets in Karachi were entirely submerged during the city’s record-breaking rains.

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Additionally, as per many journalists and ministers, the PPP is to be blamed for Sindh’s deteriorating conditions. "The Shehbaz govt won`t say a word on Karachi as its survival depends on the support of PPP, MQM, and those running DHA---the `real state` within real estate," This doesn’t end here, Shehryar Afridi, head of PTI, claimed that the residents were questioning the 15-year rule because of the city’s recent floods. In conversation with Dawn, the leader said, "The imported federal govt is [a] silent observer of this chaos. They want this kind of democracy, where they rule forever without accountability."

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Imran Ismail, former governor of Sindh, also attributed the country’s flooding and power shortages to the PPM-MQM alliance. Ismail said both the parties are busy in blaming each other, while the citizens are waiting for assistance. He continued, noting that PTI employees were busy assisting people on highways. The former governor, on his twitter, posted videos of the neighbourhood covered in rainfall.

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The former prime minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, attacked the Pakistan People Party in yet another condescending move for the mismanagement in handling the Karachi floods and Sindh administration after the nation’s economic centre was destroyed by torrential rains.

The former prime minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, attacked the Pakistan People Party in yet another condescending move for the mismanagement in handling the Karachi floods and Sindh administration after the nation’s economic centre was destroyed by torrential rains. Khan further claimed that the ruling government failed to improve solid waste disposal and clean minor nullahs, and the city’s repeated flooding is a glimpse of the party's' ’14 years of mismanagement and corruption in Sindh. ’ Imran further said, "My govt had given Rs 35 billion to clean and reconstruct major nullahs, but the provincial government failed to perform its task of improving solid waste disposal and cleaning minor nullahs," ANI reported. Due to the city’s drainage infrastructure and the Sindh government’s claims for rain emergency plans, several major roads and streets in Karachi were entirely submerged during the city’s record-breaking rains. Also read | Imran Khan warns to reveal details of 'conspiracy' if harassment of PTI workers continues Additionally, as per many journalists and ministers, the PPP is to be blamed for Sindh’s deteriorating conditions. "The Shehbaz govt won`t say a word on Karachi as its survival depends on the support of PPP, MQM, and those running DHA---the `real state` within real estate," This doesn’t end here, Shehryar Afridi, head of PTI, claimed that the residents were questioning the 15-year rule because of the city’s recent floods. In conversation with Dawn, the leader said, "The imported federal govt is [a] silent observer of this chaos. They want this kind of democracy, where they rule forever without accountability." Also read | Is Pakistani rupee so worthless that this cop in Karachi demanded goats and cow as bribe? Imran Ismail, former governor of Sindh, also attributed the country’s flooding and power shortages to the PPM-MQM alliance. Ismail said both the parties are busy in blaming each other, while the citizens are waiting for assistance. He continued, noting that PTI employees were busy assisting people on highways. The former governor, on his twitter, posted videos of the neighbourhood covered in rainfall. This is my karachi, ruined by PPP’s incapable leadership pic.twitter.com/dmc3Fs5EjS — Imran Ismail (@ImranIsmailPTI) July 11, 2022 × pic.twitter.com/KkmV5ZnEZy — Imran Ismail (@ImranIsmailPTI) July 11, 2022 × (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Imran Khan criticises Shehbaz government for mismanagement of Karachi floods

PTI leader Imran Khan held a protest rally in Islamabad where he warned of rigging in by-polls. Khan also urged people to fight foul play.

PTI protest rally in Islamabad: Imran Khan warns of rigging in by-polls

Elections for Pakistan's Punjab have been delayed. Imran khan's PTI has approached the Pakistani Supreme Court to stall the election of the Chief Minister of Pakistan's Punjab state. For more details, we're joined by Anas Mallick.

Imran Khan's PTI stalls Punjab CM elections till after by-polls

Elections for Pakistan's Punjab have been delayed by at least a day. Imran khan's PTI has approached the Pakistani Supreme Court to stall the election of the Chief Minister of Pakistan's Punjab state.

WION Dispatch | Imran Khan's PTI stalls Punjab CM elections

Amid high inflation and economic crisis, PTI supporters staged nationwide protests in Pakistan. Former PM Imran Khan warned of more price hikes.

Pakistan: PTI supporters stage nationwide protests as Former PM Imran Khan warns of more price hikes

In a police report to Pakistan's court, Islamabad police has blamed Imran Khan for May 25th protest march violence. Meanwhile, Imran's ally Pervez Elahi spoke about PTI's march.

Pakistan: Imran Khan's ally clears air on his stir

A Pakistani politician loyal to Imran Khan has vowed to conduct suicide attacks against top officials in the Shehbaz Sharif government, if any harm is done to the former prime minister.

In a video published on Twitter, Ataullah said, "If a single hair on Imran Khan's head is hurt, then those controlling the country be warned." said Ataullah, a member of the National Assembly from Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party. You and your children will not be able to stay. I will be the first to commit suicide against you, and I will not spare you. Thousands of workers are willing to follow suit. "

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Attaullah was elected from Karachi in 2018 on the PTI symbol.

Ataullah's comments come amid reports that a plot is afoot to assassinate Imran Khan, who was booted from power earlier this year after losing a trust vote in parliament. Khan's personal security has been beefed up, and the security perimeter around his Islamabad house has been beefed up as well.

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After a protest march organised by his party got violent and left a trail of destruction in Islamabad last month, the Pakistani government is considering pressing sedition charges against the cricketer-turned-politician.

The Pakistani government has reacted angrily to Ataullah's statement. Threats against the country, according to Information Minister Maryam Aurangzeb, have no place in the political process.

Imran Khan, who was ousted from power in April through a no-trust vote, has been claiming that the no-trust motion against him was the result of a "foreign conspiracy" because his independent foreign policy and funds were being channelled from abroad to oust him from power. He has named the U.S. as the country behind the conspiracy, a charge denied by Washington.

His supporters have warned of a threat to his life, and in early April, then-information minister Fawad Chaudhry revealed that security agencies had identified a conspiracy to assassinate Mr. Khan.

Mr. Khan reaffirmed the threat to his life on May 14 during a rally, telling his followers that he had filmed a video in which he had recorded the identities of all those who "conspired against me."

The government has increased his personal protection as well as the security perimeter around his palatial mansion in Islamabad's Banigala suburbs.

However, a sitting legislator threatening suicide is unusual.

Experts urged authorities to prosecute Attaullah for his involvement in terrorism. 
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A Pakistani politician loyal to Imran Khan has vowed to conduct suicide attacks against top officials in the Shehbaz Sharif government, if any harm is done to the former prime minister.

A Pakistani politician loyal to Imran Khan has vowed to conduct suicide attacks against top officials in the Shehbaz Sharif government, if any harm is done to the former prime minister. In a video published on Twitter, Ataullah said, "If a single hair on Imran Khan's head is hurt, then those controlling the country be warned." said Ataullah, a member of the National Assembly from Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party. You and your children will not be able to stay. I will be the first to commit suicide against you, and I will not spare you. Thousands of workers are willing to follow suit. " PTI member National Assembly from Karachi declares “ suicide attacks on those running Pakistan”. Vows to be the first suicide attacker in case even a small thing were to happen to Imran. What was the law called under which such threats were taken into account? Oh yes, the ATA! pic.twitter.com/doTC9mXtnX — Syed Talat Hussain (@TalatHussain12) June 6, 2022 × Attaullah was elected from Karachi in 2018 on the PTI symbol. Ataullah's comments come amid reports that a plot is afoot to assassinate Imran Khan, who was booted from power earlier this year after losing a trust vote in parliament. Khan's personal security has been beefed up, and the security perimeter around his Islamabad house has been beefed up as well. Watch | Gravitas: Imran Khan predicts 'Balkanisation' of Pakistan After a protest march organised by his party got violent and left a trail of destruction in Islamabad last month, the Pakistani government is considering pressing sedition charges against the cricketer-turned-politician. The Pakistani government has reacted angrily to Ataullah's statement. Threats against the country, according to Information Minister Maryam Aurangzeb, have no place in the political process. Imran Khan, who was ousted from power in April through a no-trust vote, has been claiming that the no-trust motion against him was the result of a "foreign conspiracy" because his independent foreign policy and funds were being channelled from abroad to oust him from power. He has named the U.S. as the country behind the conspiracy, a charge denied by Washington. His supporters have warned of a threat to his life, and in early April, then-information minister Fawad Chaudhry revealed that security agencies had identified a conspiracy to assassinate Mr. Khan. Mr. Khan reaffirmed the threat to his life on May 14 during a rally, telling his followers that he had filmed a video in which he had recorded the identities of all those who "conspired against me." The government has increased his personal protection as well as the security perimeter around his palatial mansion in Islamabad's Banigala suburbs. However, a sitting legislator threatening suicide is unusual. Experts urged authorities to prosecute Attaullah for his involvement in terrorism. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Pakistani politician ready for 'suicide attacks': Imran Khan’s aide threatens Shehbaz Sharif

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz has claimed that a troika of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, his wife Bushra Bibi and her friend Farah Gogi made "billions" under the tenure of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government.

"It started in 2019, when Imran Khan gave a relief worth Pakistani rupees 320 million to Ahsan Jamil Gujjar - Farah`s husband - under an amnesty scheme," PML-N leader Atta Ullah Tarar said during a press conference.

The Express Tribune quoting Tarar reported that the former Prime Minister gave the relief due to his personal relations and friendship between Bushra and Farah.

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Regarding this, he also played an audio tape -- purportedly a conversation between a business tycoon and his daughter, revealing how Farah 'demanded a gift'&nbsp;for the ex-first lady.

During the conversation, the woman said to her father that Farah Gogi allegedly demanded a precious diamond as a gift for the ex-first lady in return for "removing locks" on a project site and withdrawing a report against her father, The Express Tribune reported.

It was revealed during that discussion that Farah Gogi earlier had rejected a three-carat diamond sent by the daughter of a business tycoon as unworthy and unsuitable for the first lady, who she allegedly said routinely wore such things, and asked for a five-carat diamond.

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The lady could be heard telling her father how Farah taunted her for sending "only a five-carat diamond ring". She also promised that the former premier would overturn measures against the projects of the business tycoon if a "more valuable gift was offered".

While property tycoon Malik Riaz on Sunday termed an audio clip attributed to him on social media as "fake". He also threatened to take legal action against those behind the 'conspiracy'.

"With latest technologies as Deep Fake, fabricating an audio conversation shouldn't be a surprise," Riaz said in his statement cited by The Express Tribune.

He said that the audio tape associated to him on social media is a product of Deep Fake. "I don't wish to [be] involve[d] in political campaigns of any party, but the most appalling fact is that my voice and reference is being misused to settle personal and political scores," he added.

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He said that Farah Gogi left Pakistan as soon as she realised that she was about to get into trouble and Imran Khan helped her in fleeing the country.

Uzma Bukhari, another PML-N leader, said that her party knew about the misconduct of the PTI government, adding that now 'proofs'&nbsp;are being surfaced for everyone to see.

"The audio reveals just one case [of bribery] but it is not the entire story... it is only a trailer of a film," she added.

Uzma said that Imran Khan had kept two "front women" to hide his corruption. "There is a saying that there is a woman behind the success of every man but in Imran Khan's case there were two women," she added.&nbsp;

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Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz has claimed that a troika of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, his wife Bushra Bibi and her friend Farah Gogi made "billions" under the tenure of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government.

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz has claimed that a troika of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, his wife Bushra Bibi and her friend Farah Gogi made "billions" under the tenure of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf government. "It started in 2019, when Imran Khan gave a relief worth Pakistani rupees 320 million to Ahsan Jamil Gujjar - Farah`s husband - under an amnesty scheme," PML-N leader Atta Ullah Tarar said during a press conference. The Express Tribune quoting Tarar reported that the former Prime Minister gave the relief due to his personal relations and friendship between Bushra and Farah. Also read | PTI warns of ‘strong backlash’ if Imran Khan arrested after transit bail expires Regarding this, he also played an audio tape -- purportedly a conversation between a business tycoon and his daughter, revealing how Farah 'demanded a gift' for the ex-first lady. During the conversation, the woman said to her father that Farah Gogi allegedly demanded a precious diamond as a gift for the ex-first lady in return for "removing locks" on a project site and withdrawing a report against her father, The Express Tribune reported. It was revealed during that discussion that Farah Gogi earlier had rejected a three-carat diamond sent by the daughter of a business tycoon as unworthy and unsuitable for the first lady, who she allegedly said routinely wore such things, and asked for a five-carat diamond. Watch | Imran Khan vs Army: Pakistan's Military in muddled waters? The lady could be heard telling her father how Farah taunted her for sending "only a five-carat diamond ring". She also promised that the former premier would overturn measures against the projects of the business tycoon if a "more valuable gift was offered". While property tycoon Malik Riaz on Sunday termed an audio clip attributed to him on social media as "fake". He also threatened to take legal action against those behind the 'conspiracy'. "With latest technologies as Deep Fake, fabricating an audio conversation shouldn't be a surprise," Riaz said in his statement cited by The Express Tribune. He said that the audio tape associated to him on social media is a product of Deep Fake. "I don't wish to [be] involve[d] in political campaigns of any party, but the most appalling fact is that my voice and reference is being misused to settle personal and political scores," he added. Also read | Pakistan tightens security in capital Islamabad amid rumours to assassinate ex-PM Imran Khan He said that Farah Gogi left Pakistan as soon as she realised that she was about to get into trouble and Imran Khan helped her in fleeing the country. Uzma Bukhari, another PML-N leader, said that her party knew about the misconduct of the PTI government, adding that now 'proofs' are being surfaced for everyone to see. "The audio reveals just one case [of bribery] but it is not the entire story... it is only a trailer of a film," she added. Uzma said that Imran Khan had kept two "front women" to hide his corruption. "There is a saying that there is a woman behind the success of every man but in Imran Khan's case there were two women," she added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Shehbaz govt accuses Imran Khan, wife Bushra, her friend of making billions during PTI tenure

After Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah issued a warning regarding Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's possible arrest upon the expiry of his three-week transit bail granted on June 2 by the security officials deployed outside his Bani Gala residence, Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) members warned of a “strong backlash” from its workers.

PTI Vice-Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi asked PTI workers to come up with a "quick response" if Imran Khan is arrested, reported Geo News. "The PTI will retaliate in a strong manner if Imran Khan is arrested. And if PTI workers receive news of Imran Khan's arrest, they should come upon with a quick response to it," Qureshi said in a press conference after attending the party's core committee meeting.

Peshawar High Court on June 2 granted Imran Khan three-week transit bail against a surety bond of Pakistani rupees 50,000, ahead of PTI's second long march to Islamabad. Rana Sanaullah has said that Imran Khan has been charged in over two dozen cases including rioting, sedition, chaos and armed attacks at the federation, The News International reported.

While responding to Qureshi's press conference, Sanaullah said that whoever breaks the law will be dealt with by the law. "Martyrdom of an innocent police officer, using weapons and ammunition is not a political reaction," said the interior minister. He added that the government cannot act as a mere spectator if the PTI "lies and creates anarchy" in the country.

"The law and order will be strictly implemented, we will not break the law nor will we allow it," said the interior minister, adding that as soon as Imran Khan returned to Bani Gala, he started spreading a "new pack of lies".

A few hours earlier, the interior minister had revealed that the decision to deploy security officials at Bani Gala to guard PTI Chairman Imran Khan was made as per the law, however, the "same security" officials will arrest him once his bail expires, reported Geo News.

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After Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah issued a warning regarding Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's possible arrest upon the expiry of his three-week transit bail granted on June 2 by the security officials deployed outside his Bani Gala residence, Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) members warned of a “strong backlash” from its workers.

After Interior Minister Rana Sanaullah issued a warning regarding Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's possible arrest upon the expiry of his three-week transit bail granted on June 2 by the security officials deployed outside his Bani Gala residence, Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) members warned of a “strong backlash” from its workers. PTI Vice-Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi asked PTI workers to come up with a "quick response" if Imran Khan is arrested, reported Geo News. "The PTI will retaliate in a strong manner if Imran Khan is arrested. And if PTI workers receive news of Imran Khan's arrest, they should come upon with a quick response to it," Qureshi said in a press conference after attending the party's core committee meeting. Peshawar High Court on June 2 granted Imran Khan three-week transit bail against a surety bond of Pakistani rupees 50,000, ahead of PTI's second long march to Islamabad. Rana Sanaullah has said that Imran Khan has been charged in over two dozen cases including rioting, sedition, chaos and armed attacks at the federation, The News International reported. While responding to Qureshi's press conference, Sanaullah said that whoever breaks the law will be dealt with by the law. "Martyrdom of an innocent police officer, using weapons and ammunition is not a political reaction," said the interior minister. He added that the government cannot act as a mere spectator if the PTI "lies and creates anarchy" in the country. "The law and order will be strictly implemented, we will not break the law nor will we allow it," said the interior minister, adding that as soon as Imran Khan returned to Bani Gala, he started spreading a "new pack of lies". A few hours earlier, the interior minister had revealed that the decision to deploy security officials at Bani Gala to guard PTI Chairman Imran Khan was made as per the law, however, the "same security" officials will arrest him once his bail expires, reported Geo News. [With inputs from agencies] WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Imran Khan vs Army: Pakistan's Military in muddled waters?

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A press conference hosted by Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan witnessed some heated moments after a journalist raised questions about governance and on his supporters allegedly abusing the Army general, prompting the cricketer-turned-politician to storm out of the event.

The press conference took place in Peshawar city on Friday evening.

During a Q &amp; A session after Khan completed his talk, the reporter suggested that the governance in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which is ruled by Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party,&nbsp;was poor.

“...Secondly, you have a government in KP, and you are without a doubt a popular leader in Pakhtunkhwa. People cast votes for you, but people have not seen the walls of the prime minister's house and governor's house being demolished, nor did they see universities being built in the chief minister's house," Geo TV quoted the reporter as saying.

The scribe also claimed that PTI's "keyboard and social media warriors" have been running trends on social media "abusing the army general".

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"What is your message to your supporters?" he asked.

Responding to the questions, the PTI leader said that said he could give hard-hitting answers, but claimed that he is refraining to do so.

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To a question that PTI was spreading hate, Khan said he was not involved in inciting people. "We are trying to unite people, without dividing them based on ethnicity."

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"All your statements are wrong and instead of asking questions you made a speech during a press conference," Khan angrily said, stood up, and left the presser.

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A press conference hosted by Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan witnessed some heated moments after a journalist raised questions about governance and on his supporters allegedly abusing the Army general, prompting the cricketer-turned-politician to storm out of the event.

A press conference hosted by Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan witnessed some heated moments after a journalist raised questions about governance and on his supporters allegedly abusing the Army general, prompting the cricketer-turned-politician to storm out of the event. The press conference took place in Peshawar city on Friday evening. During a Q & A session after Khan completed his talk, the reporter suggested that the governance in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which is ruled by Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, was poor. “...Secondly, you have a government in KP, and you are without a doubt a popular leader in Pakhtunkhwa. People cast votes for you, but people have not seen the walls of the prime minister's house and governor's house being demolished, nor did they see universities being built in the chief minister's house," Geo TV quoted the reporter as saying. The scribe also claimed that PTI's "keyboard and social media warriors" have been running trends on social media "abusing the army general". وہ جو کہتے تھے کہ عمران خان بی بی سی کے ہارڈ ٹاک الجزیرہ اور سی این این کے انٹرویو سے نہیں ڈرتے وہ پشاور کے صحافی کے سوال سے بھاگ گئے pic.twitter.com/RU5tzSnaOl — Lehaz Ali (@TheLehaz) May 27, 2022 × "What is your message to your supporters?" he asked. Responding to the questions, the PTI leader said that said he could give hard-hitting answers, but claimed that he is refraining to do so. Also read | Pak govt ditches citizens, raises fuel prices by 20% to get aid from IMF To a question that PTI was spreading hate, Khan said he was not involved in inciting people. "We are trying to unite people, without dividing them based on ethnicity." Also read | Islamabad city turns into fortress ahead of ex-Pak PM Imran Khan’s protest "All your statements are wrong and instead of asking questions you made a speech during a press conference," Khan angrily said, stood up, and left the presser. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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