Military meddling fuelled political instability: Fazl

JUI-F chief says Azm-e-Istehkam will increase unrest, in K-P in particular

PESHAWAR:

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam chief Fazlur Rehman has stated that one of the major reasons for instability in the country is the interference of military institutions.

He criticised the controversial outcomes of the 2018 and 2024 general elections, pointing fingers at widespread interferences by the institutions. The JUI-F emir further warned that Operation Azm-e-Istehkam would exacerbate nationwide unrest, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

He emphasised that powerful circles must understand their meddling in politics was detrimental to the country.

Speaking at the JUI-F’s provincial council session on Tuesday, Fazl said that powerful circles should understand that their interference in politics is detrimental to the country.

He pointed out that the results of the 2018 and 2024 elections have exposed widespread interference by institutions.

The JUI-F leader further stressed that Operation Azm-e-Istehkam will exacerbate unrest across the country, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

During the council session, discussions were held on the overall national situation, and crucial decisions were made regarding tackling inflation, deteriorating security conditions, and other issues.

Plans were also prepared for upcoming events including a farmers’ convention in Mardan on August 10, a traders’ convention in Peshawar on August 11, and a peace rally in Lakki Marwat on August 18.