Federal government offers talk to PTI amid rising tensions

The government has offered to hold negotiations with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to resolve ongoing tensions.

Federal Minister for Petroleum, Musadik Malik, made the offer during a press conference in Islamabad on Saturday, urging the PTI to come to the table for discussions.

Malik also highlighted Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's top priorities, including creating employment for the poor, reducing inflation, and alleviating poverty.

He criticised former premier Imran Khan for inciting the May 9 riots and accused PTI of rejecting all government overtures for peace.

"We say come, let us sit together, talk, and resolve issues," Malik stated.

He condemned Khan's claims of a US conspiracy against his government and blamed the PTI founder for fostering animosity between his party and the establishment, leading to the desecration of martyrs' monuments on May 9.

Malik stressed that the PTI has consistently rejected government offers, including forming the government and holding dialogue.

He also mentioned the government's efforts in reducing inflation from 38% last year.

Accusing PTI of sowing chaos and jeopardising the future of Pakistan's children, Malik warned of dire consequences if stability is not restored.

"You can oust us if you want, but things will spiral out of control," he cautioned.

"Do not destroy the country, but resolve the issues. We offered to form the government, but you refused. Now you are causing chaos and harming your children's future. If this continues, the country will be ruined," He added.