KP Advisor challenges Defense Minister to prove allegations and accuses him of covering up federal government’s failure in combating terrorism.
Peshawar: Advisor to the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Information and Public Relations, Barrister Dr. Saif, has stated that Khawaja Asif’s claim about settling terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is misleading and baseless. Such allegations are merely an attempt to cover up the federal government’s failure in combating terrorism.
Barrister Dr. Saif challenged Khawaja Asif to identify even a single terrorist who has settled in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He questioned why, if the Defense Minister truly has knowledge of terrorists being resettled, he has not taken action against them instead of making accusations. He reminded Khawaja Asif that as Defense Minister, he is responsible not just for the borders of Islamabad but for the entire country. It is unfortunate that despite holding such a critical position, Khawaja Asif is engaging in political rhetoric on a sensitive issue like terrorism.
Furthermore, Barrister Dr. Saif emphasized that combating terrorism requires practical measures, not just statements. He also remarked that while Khawaja Asif has apologized for supporting martial law, it would be more appropriate for him to also apologize for Form 47. Apologizing decades later holds no real significance. He added that Khawaja Asif should also seek forgiveness from Rehana Dar for becoming an MNA through Form 47.
Lastly, he stated that as Defense Minister, Khawaja Asif should take responsibility for the Balochistan incident and step down from his position.