Pakistan

Imran Khan claims to curb terrorism within 90 days

Tehreek-i-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan claimed that if he was the PM, he would have resolved terrorism issue within 90...

Express July 04, 2010

Tehreek-i-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan has claimed that if he was the prime minister of Pakistan, the issue of terrorism would have been resolved within 90 days.

Talking to media during his visit to Data Darbar Lahore, Imran khan said Pakistan is paying the price for the American war. He said the real terrorists should be eliminated but if we treat the enemies of America as our enemies the war will continue.

Khan noted that the war on terror has taken a heavy toll on Pakistan’s economy and only a small group of ruling elite are profiting from the aid and loans.

He claimed that if he was the prime minister of Pakistan, the problems of terrorism could have been resolved within 90 days. He said that the security should be provided to Pakistani people and not the political families.

COMMENTS (113)

A Naheed | 13 years ago | Reply Keep on dreaming Mr.Khan.

Immy | 13 years ago | Reply Well, we never learn to value true and brave people, isn't it surprizing people of Pakstan give away billions of ruppees in charity to shaukat khanum.....as they believe their money will be used for a right cause and wil not go into Swiss/London bank accounts.....but they don't want to cast few thousand vote in favor of Khan.......oh what a hypocrite we are..

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M. Anwar ul Haq | 13 years ago | Reply I believe that what he is saying is right. If we just stop dancing on the tunes of America, and gain the sympathies of our Tribal brother, the problem of terrorism can definitely be solved within 90 days. The history of Imran khan proves that he not only talks the talk, but also know how to walk the walk. Imran Khan this time my vote is yours.

Invisible | 13 years ago | Reply May be he has a better plan to solve this matter...........we must consider him and gave him a chance towards change..........

Murtaza Ali Jafri | 13 years ago | Reply I think Altaf Hussain said the exact same thing. How about telling how exactly you tend to achieve your claim rather than making spectacular lofty claims.

Sohail | 13 years ago | Reply M U S H A R R A F did it better.

Amin | 13 years ago | Reply Well, we all knew Imran Khan's cricket eleven, who fetched the World cup. His medical team is doing wonders at Shauket Khanum and so is his educational team at Mianwali. But are any laurels known to any one which were fetched by his political team?

europa | 13 years ago | Reply Imran Khan, other political parties, the media, and pretty much the majority of Pakistan should realize that it is OUR war! we created this frankenstein and unleashed on the rest of the world. its just coming to bite us now. its not america's war. please. 90 days?really? its obvious that you need power to gain political experience, of which Imran Khan has neither.

Abdul Jababr | 13 years ago | Reply Is it really possible to curb the terrorism in Pakistan in 90 days? Terrorism has deep roots and this plant was watered by many well known Pakistani politicians.Is there any guarantee that you will eliminate terrorism in 90 days or is it only a political statement like other Pakistani polititians.

Tamoor balooch | 13 years ago | Reply i m agree with imran khan .because one thing thing is confrim he is not begging in westerns world.

nauman | 13 years ago | Reply Imran khan all the way!!!!!

Muhammad Arif | 13 years ago | Reply Yes I do agree with the statement of Imran Khan but he has to make his party structure more effective at district level to become Prime Minister. Our Nation is paying very heavy price for the inflicted war and we have to get rid of this menace. Negotiation is the best possible solution so far.

hamza | 13 years ago | Reply lolz i was reading and going through all the comments i was shocked to see no one wants to talk about PML (N) neither PML (Q) an even not about the present PPP! then whats behind? i think people lets give him a chance! Well i am not a supporter of him! but some how he is educated from Oxford! Star of Cricket! Running a single cancer hospital in Pakistan and much more! What Sharif Brothers have done? sasti roti? still poor are dying and suiciding from hunger + bombing! Motar Way? HUH its stared in collaborative plan with china in BB's age and completed during Sharif was president so he put his name with it! talking about present PPP i will just use Corrupt + fake degree holders and much more :) About PML (Q)? Terrorism started in our country during that session!

Malik hashim | 13 years ago | Reply Yes i agree with imran khan.he can do this becz he can,t sell.

Syed A. Mateen | 13 years ago | Reply Dear Mr. Saleem: Thank you for commenting on my comments. The problem with Imran Khan is that his political party is one man show. Same is the case with Sheikh Rasheed’s AML. These two politicians though may be having some hierarchy in their respective political parties but whenever there is a chance for them to appear on the TV screen they are there. No body knows who is the Secretary General of Mr. Imran Khan’s Tahreen-e-Insaf? Similarly, no one knows who is the Secretary General of Sheikh Rasheed’s AML? Unless both of the politicians will not bring their respective leaders of on the TV screens, their political parties will remain “one man show”. There are number of admirers of Mr. Imran Khan and Sheikh Rasheed but due to this very bottleneck their political parties will remain behind the scene. It is my privilege that I have met with both the political leaders on one to one basis on certain occasions (not in the political rallies, as I am a non-political person and only work to keep Pakistan’s Flag sky high), but this is my candid opinion. Many elections came and went but now these two politicians should change their strategies and bring forward the other office bearers, so that their political parties should gain more popularity in the country. Look at the PPP, PML(N), MQM and other political parties. Their leaders remain behind the scene comparing to the office bearers. Now General (R) Pervez Musharraf has also made his APML. I think if Gneral (R) Pervez Musharraf will only keep himself in the lime light, he will face the similar political fate as of Mr. Imran Khan and Sheikh Rasheed. People do not consider “one man political party” as a genuine political party. This is how people of Pakistan think. Do you agree with me on this point?

Noor | 13 years ago | Reply I agree with Imran Khan as he was only person in Pakistan who called for initiating dialogues with various factions of Taliban in order to isolate them. Now, PML-N chief Nawaz Sharif hinted the same to start dialogue with them to separate pro Pakistani Taliban and anti Pakistanis.

Asif Ahmad | 13 years ago | Reply Imran wants to be premier to sort out the terrorism problem. The MMA in the 2002 elections said if they are brought to power they would introduce Shariat. On this promise they were overwhelmingly voted into power in the nwfp, but no Shariat was introduced. When asked as to why they failed, they said because Musharraf was sitting in the center and didn't aloow it. They said they should be brought to power in the center too, for implementing Shariat. I'm sure if they were brought to power in the center too, they would have made the excuse that because George Bush is president USA and is not allowing us, so they should be brought to power in USA too to implement shariat. What I mean to say that if the MMA wanted it could have brought Shariat in the nwfp or at least upon themselves. They didn't do any thing. Only enjoyed power like their predecessors and went away disgraced. If Imran Khan wants to end Terrorism he should take practical steps at his level at least and let the people know. Just cursing the government and doing nothing practical is not on.

Jhanzeb | 13 years ago | Reply Yes u can. May Allha give u chance to do this and may Allha give hadaya to Pakistnai voters to give one chance to Imran Khan

S.M. Malik | 13 years ago | Reply Imran Khan has promise. But he should stop the jock-talk. It makes him sound like a captain of a team, not a leader of a (non)-party. He's obviously better than the clowns out there, but has ZERO credibility -- unless he's at a party in London.

Bangash | 13 years ago | Reply Why is he waiting for PM chair ? The great Khan should go ahead and solve terrorism in next few weeks.

Muhammad Abdullah | 13 years ago | Reply If anyone deserves a chance to lead Pakistan now, it is Imran Khan. We have tried the same old fools everytime, with their false promises and look where we are now: 10th most failed state of the world. I don't understand how people want to elect the same, tried leaders again and again.

Wasif | 13 years ago | Reply Before dieing, i would like to see Imran Khan to become the PM of Pakistan. I think if there is someone who can change the canvas and pull out Pakistan from domestic & international conspiracies, then its Imran Khan.

Saleem | 13 years ago | Reply Mr. Syed A. Mateen sorry to be the one to correct you but Imran Khan boycotted the last election. And then stated, he didn't think they would be fair. So, he cried like a baby and continues to do so. If he was so great why would the average Pakistani not vote for him. Secondly, when he did run for parliament, he did not even vote by his own admission. And people who don't vote have no right to criticize and complain. They should just sit down and shut-up. Imran Khan's biggest problem is his ego. He's so self absorbed he can't bare to live outside the spot light. And his favourite mantra is blame America, blame Israel, Jews and everyone else he can think off but always seems to find excuses to defend the real culprits like the Taliban who are terrorizing the People of Pakistan. I really wonder who's side he's really on.

alam | 13 years ago | Reply khan can do that...........coz he s the only one who can bring reforms. a man of determination go khan go we are with you

sunny | 13 years ago | Reply When a handful of people can enjoy enormous rewards for no effort, and effort does not necessarily produce reward, it must be concluded that the relation between reward and effort can be tenuous. It should not be suprising that many people, with this model in front of them, are lacking in motivation. Perhaps we should regain the respect once associated with the people who make things and have the knowledge to keep this country going and start to criticise the parasites in suits.

faraz | 13 years ago | Reply What has Data darbar to do with US? Even taliban themselves cant come up with such justifications for their acts of terrorism as Imran does.

H Saqib | 13 years ago | Reply In order to curb terrorism, you have to ask USA to leave. And to convince them, give them economic reasons, like war in Afghanistan is not a business case anymore and that USA must learn from China. For details, please visit: link text

Ahsan | 13 years ago | Reply People of Pakistan had tried our old Polticians and 2 big Parties and they have delivered debt to Pakistan amd common people and all Old Politicans who were in Power Increase their Assets by great margin. **We must give chance to Imran Khan and his team by the power of public vote for the betterment of Pakistan and common people of Pakistan.** Yes our Politicians are expeirence but experience in increasing their own Assets not sincere with Pakistan and with common people. We need sincere leader like Imran Khan who is not hungry for power or fame. Imran Khan is sincere with all his ambitions and great opporutnity for People of Pakistan to give him Chance for Change in Pakistan. My request to People of Pakistan open your eyes use your vote for sincere leader like Imran Khan, who proved in Sports and Cancer Hospital, so why not as Prime Minister can peform.

shehryar | 13 years ago | Reply Problem is that all of we talking on internet and on the corner of the streets that Imran should come forward to change the fate of Pakistanis but no one is come forward to join him so my message and request to all Pakistanis that please please come forward to help Pakistan Along with Imran

Zahid | 13 years ago | Reply @ Muhammad - Totally agreed with your views. IK is not capable to become the PM of Pakistan.

Esmail Yousafzai | 13 years ago | Reply I don't think it is that much easy as Imran is thinking, it is a very complicated game, if imran khan can explain who is behinde all this and what is thierpurpose that will be blessing for common Pakistani.

Abdullah Shafiq | 13 years ago | Reply For all those who criticize on Imran Khan, just try to compare him with the existing political setup and parties. Imran Khan's honesty and sincerity is praised and acknowledged by his political opponents as well. Whats so vague in giving him a chance if he claims to eradicate terrorism in 90 days? We have given so many chances to PML(N), PPPP, ANP, Islami Groups, MQM etc. Every time we elect them, they disappoint us. And after that we cry for bad law and order, inflation, injustice etc. Now lets talk about a few things he has done while remaining out of the Government, which a person can do if he is sincere for Pakistan. Being Vice Chancellor of University of Bradford UK, he established NAMAL College in Mianwali which is an associated college of University of Bradford. Shaukat Khanum Cancer hospital and research centre where every1 is treated free of cost. We are an unfortunate and illiterate nation which has no ability to recognize their leaders and the only thing we know is criticism. We talk about greatness of people after their death, which is just meaningless. Please think with an open mind and literate approach. At least if you compare Imran with others, you will know how great person he is. He is only leader who has all his assets declared correctly and all his money in Pakistan and pays all the tax. Thats why he always talks about tax defaulters. And if you say that he gave ticket to some former member of other political party, then know one thing that the leadership is important. If he has vision, he can bring best out of his people. If leader himself is corrupt and 10% like, then what to talk of others in his party. Thats all from my side. Rest is on you people to decide; a change or corrupt politicians !

Sleepless in Karachi | 13 years ago | Reply Mr. Khan is consistently confusing his public duty with a private ambition: Mr. Khan doesn't need to be Prime Minister to effect change. Mr. Khan needs to be deeply committed to this country and begin forwarding policies that cannot be refuted to effect lasting change.

S. Arjumand Shehzad | 13 years ago | Reply Yes, Imran Khan is the only hope for Pakistan. He is the practical man. He is the born leader.

Absar | 13 years ago | Reply Imran Khan's PTI doesn't have a single seat, let alone the majority required to become a premier. Practically, as things go, he can't have any chance to become a premier anytime soon.

Muhammad Burhan Khawaja | 13 years ago | Reply People are saying he is all talks,no action. I would like to ask one thing from them, those who have the authority, are they taking any action,No!. They are also talking but no action since they formed their Govternment.I want that please give him a chance ,what he says he does,what he planned he achieved!! So Give him one Chance ,He can change Pakistan!!!

Ghausia | 13 years ago | Reply Is he naive, stupid, incredibly optimistic, or all of the above? I hate to say it, but maybe there's a reason that mostly women support him.

Mansoor Khalid | 13 years ago | Reply Only if the proficient speaker understood that there is a difference between winning the world cup and winning a war with a ghost enemy. The ideological wars are not won in days or even years, they take generations after generations before they die.

S .Nazir Mohmand | 13 years ago | Reply I agree with Imran khan, on the premise that in most of our policy decisions and strategic directions ,we alluded the the ground reality and submitted to the diktats. Any one worth his salt and sincere enough to solve the problem without any favour or fear can do that ,but equiped with a decision power to take and imlement. I find some germs of that in Imran Khan I here by present my services being from FATA if they of any use to him .

The Master | 13 years ago | Reply Yar he definitely wont get the chance to do what he saying , in our country our nation is just running after bread and every person is worried what a un certain future he in front. So we always need corrupt govt so that they earn from us and make houses abroad. I assure all my friends who shared their valuable comments that whenever Pakistan will be in bad situation (May Allah Almighty not bring that Day) they all will run away from this country.Whenever this country faced any problem our politician just ran.Z A Bhutto was different breed of politician who remained here and faced everything and preferred being martyr rather leaving country and people.Present day peoples party is Tolla of Mafad parasat people.

parvez | 13 years ago | Reply In today's politics Imran khan is inconsequential. He has to make statements like this to remain "visible". He is educated, has his point of view on issues and most importantly has upto now a 'clean' record - something not many in government or politics can claim.

Dr Khan | 13 years ago | Reply Imran Khan is the only politician who has had the maximum media attention in Pakistan. "And he has failed to convince the masses!" It is not just a bunch of imaginary pessimistic lot which doesn't believe in Imran. It is a huge majority. Call them losers, they got faith in their local MNA/MPA. And it works for them on a small scale.

Imtiaz Hussain (Advocate) | 13 years ago | Reply I really appreciate Imran Khan for his contribution for Pakistan,Pakistani nation n now for Pakistani politics,he has been blessed with guts to change the situation in which he has been.No doubt the people involved in terrorist activities doesn't deserve mercy or soft corner,but the fact is,our Government has no plan,no policy to eliminate it.Is this the only solution to start Military operation where ever you suspect or where ever you are asked to do operation.It means,if without any policy (like the current situation)we continue war,within year or two, curfew or military operation will be in the whole country,as now we are being prepared mentally for the operation in Punjab as well to pursue "Punjabi Taliban" Surely we can come out of this war in 90 days,if our "Rulers" are sincere to Pakistan,they themselves want to continue it so that by the name of this war they continue begging for donations.Imran is a sincere person to this "LAND" that is why he always cry for its betterment.He always points out very valid points.I wish,May Almighty Allah give him chance to change the fate of the people of this "Land" but for this common people will have to support him.

Nazir Habib | 13 years ago | Reply Imran Khan is WHISTLING through his ears. It is suggested that he confine himself to philantrophy and cricket. He will definitely do a better job as chairman of the PCB. With best wishes to you Imran.

Hira Mir | 13 years ago | Reply This is war that will take ages to defeat the mindset of Taliban. It has been going on for so many years. Taliban are in greed of power and they not doing this for religion of anything else.

Amna Zaman | 13 years ago | Reply Big war which can not be finished in 90 days. Is this a joke or what? Individuals like him confuse the people and just want to get in power that’s all. Ideoligical war which will take a generation maybe.

Bilal Ahmed | 13 years ago | Reply WOW, I wish he could learn, strangely, he is always full of ideas, but never shares it with anyone, especially with his own party members and this attitudes itself speaks of dictatory thoughts. IF and BUT, is a common language

adeel | 13 years ago | Reply i m with him

jan | 13 years ago | Reply Imran khan is right.How can we expect from this parliament where most of the parliamentarian having fake degrees.Let us give him a chance.

Sonya | 13 years ago | Reply Think deep and then speak people. To answer all the people who are saying Imran should tell his plans and then see if the government does what he says... answer me this .. Imagine a great architect makes plan to create a wonderful city. Now do you think if he gave his plan to the best of shoemakers .. they would be able to build the city ??? My idea is even if Imran gave his plans to the government, government would play a few games and then tell us they acted upon his plans and s failed. We will all believe and get on with it ...

Shahryar Ahmed | 13 years ago | Reply OMG, What a joke! He is the biggest hypocrite of them all. He preaches Islam here & then flies to attend Elisabeth Hurly wedding donning an Armani, canvases for his ex brother in law who happens to be a jew & by the way is sympathetic to Israel. What’s his idea to deal with these terrorists? Negotiate? Can Mr. Khan tell me how do u negotiate with someone who is not willing to budge from his point of view? & then ofcourse, enemies of US is not our enemies, rite this is his other mantra. Well go ahead Mr. Khan kick US out of this region, hmm by the way US is the biggest aid provider of Pakistan & its army. Talk about politics, wasn’t he talking all good about the Sharrif's & BB & AZ say 3 years ago, that how they sud be allowed to return to their country & all. And now all of a sudden he has a change of heart. Wasn’t he the one invited to London by the Sharif's brothers a few years back to a conference? Wake up Mr. Khan & as they say smell the coffee.

Zaid | 13 years ago | Reply Imran Khan has ability to do this. He is our hero. Give him chance to change the fate of Pakistan.

Asif Ahmad | 13 years ago | Reply If Imran Khan Khan has a solid plan to eliminate terrorism in 90 days, what is he waiting for? He should announce it at a press conference. If the plan is viable and if the Govt does not follow it, the people will reject the govt and embrace Imran Khan. Just giving hypothetical statements won't do. We have had enough of them.

Nadeem Muazzmy | 13 years ago | Reply @a.khan either you are not aware about IK or you just want to spread a "lifafa"...... he has solution and he tells this curropt govt but they can't impliment........ i tell you 1,, say America Good bye tell them clearly that we are not wid u in this war( can these so called leaders do?) 2 stop drone attacks (what happende wid your resolution which was passed in your parlement against these attacks)i ask you that if (khuda na khawasta) attacks at your house and kill whole family and you are innocent what will b your reaction..will you pray for them , will u stay quiet,or will you fight against them, if i will b at their place i will fight, so we are making enemies with these drone attacks...... IMRAN KHAN got this power to speak against them because he is not greedy , for taking these decisions he need power....... hopefully you have understood now think positive... if you don't like some one so you don't like his any thing even it is good as well.... so i request to all be +ve with every one esp IMRAN KHAN he knows where PAKISTAN SHOULD BE..... long live PAKISTAN Long live IMRAN KHAN

Mohammad Usman | 13 years ago | Reply One Line stated by Imran Khan i think Pakistan needs read over and over to understand... "if we treat the enemies of America as our enemies the war will continue ".... So Very True and i agree with him since our women and children are on the line and now Indian soldiers are joining the coalition forces in Afghanistan and now once again Racist ... See MoreWhite man as he did in India,caused riots and bloodshed between Muslims,Hindus and Sikhs befor 1947 now that same strategy of the Racist Whites of North America and Europe Offering $money$ to Indian Army to Send Sikh Indian Soldiers through Afghanistan border into Pakistan to the do bom Blast in Data Darbar and various other locations in Pakistan to Kill as many Sunni and Shia Muslim Pakistanis. Please my fellow Pakistanis first lets save our lives and save our Watan for which we have lost so many lives... Fallow a leader who even putts his own family in harms way to speak against the unjust and cruel dictators who are the puppets of the Non-Muslims...May Allah guide me when i say this lets ALL FALLOW PTI- IMRAN KHAN and leave the rest to Allahsubhanawatala...ameen

Mohammad Usman | 13 years ago | Reply One Line stated by Imran Khan i think Pakistan needs read over and over to understand... "if we treat the enemies of America as our enemies the war will continue ".... So Very True and i agree with him since our women and children are on the line and now Indian soldiers are joining the coalition forces in Afghanistan and now once again Racist White man as he did in India,caused riots and bloodshed between Muslims,Hindus and Sikhs befor 1947 now that same strategy of the Racist Whites of North America and Europe Offering $money$ to Indian Army to Send Sikh Indian Soldiers through Afghanistan border into Pakistan to the do bom Blast in Data Darbar and various other locations in Pakistan to Kill as many Sunni and Shia Muslim Pakistanis. Please my fellow Pakistanis first lets save our lives and save our Watan for which we have lost so many lives...Fallow a leader who even putts his own family in harms way to speak against the unjust and cruel dictators who are the puppets of the Non-Muslims...May Allah guide me when i say this lets ALL FALLOW PTI- IMRAN KHAN and leave the rest Allahsubhanawatala...ameen

Absar | 13 years ago | Reply Imran Khan is so far a peanut politician, no doubt. To make his place prominent in the mainstream politics of Pakistan, he needs to organize his party big time. The mere gibberish is what other political parties do too -- whatever in regards to the serious ongoing issues, like terrorism, in Pakistan.

Ammar Mazhar | 13 years ago | Reply Somone here wrote about how Imran Khan not being from a 'political family' should be a benchmark for his leadership, I couldn't help but agree to it. His party and Pakistan for that matter clearly needs more educated people. People with Heart! The country have choosen several leaders more then once, been betrayed on some occasions, left hopeless on other. It makes one wonder though, who are they planning to choose next. I could only hope its someone who has education (aleast some) , feels and speaks for the people he is running for. Doesn't necessarily have to be this Imran Khan either. Comments raised about his cricketing background or that he married a Jew speaks volumes of the social decadence that still haunts a big percentage of the society. As if leaders in the past with Muslim partners never lied, cheated or ravaged the trust of the nation. This is almost laughable and yet depressing at the same time. Confusing may the appropriate vernacular here. If it has actually been 10 years for this fella, it seems pretty adeqaute for a country 60 years old. Speacially when you consider the fact that one of the recent rulers had no such political experience albiet some military training (pun intended) As for eradicating terrorism, this is what everyone wants. Isn't it? Or atleast folks the west side of the globe do. Im sure thats what they're after. Isn't it for this very purpose 2 countries have already been desolated? Hang on, or has it all been for democracy? Maybe terrosism isn't that big a problem to get rid of after all. And if this guy is putting a clock to it, everyone should be pleased! My response is, give it time, we shall see. In the meanwhile flip through some pages of the history book!

Hasaan Akhtar | 13 years ago | Reply before election every politician says the same thing that imran khan saying like if i am the pm.........so when this if eluminate than every person shows their real personalities like all poloiticians.but i think imran khan u should never do that bczz public of pakistan have the only hope with u.if u break this than they cant in position to trust on any other body.

Bilal | 13 years ago | Reply I think we should give him a chance.

A. Khan | 13 years ago | Reply If he can do it in 90 days then why he is waiting to become a Prime Minister. Why he cannot give policy to the current government? Why he is not taking other political powers in confidence if he has the ability to curb the terrorism in Pakistan within 90 day? Why he is not taking bold steps on reacting on terrorism on Pakistan? Why he still wants to negotiate with terrorists? Why we are still waiting to negotiate with terrorists as we have already seen a lot of barbarism in Pakistan? Terrorists have no religion they have no heart, they will listen the language of elimination and not the negotiation. We should all standup with our Brave Army and soldiers who are giving their lives at front and this is the only way. Imran Khan should be practical more than theorist.

Yasin Shah | 13 years ago | Reply @Khalid Muhammad, Do you think we have that much time to wait and educate our people before this terrorism ends? If lack of education is the main cause why didn't it happen before 2001? Do you think the terrorists watch TV and will get inspired by the education you give to them through TV? Are you out of your mind? "Eliminate madrassahs" and "eliminate Jamat e Islami"? You sound pretty militant as well.

KJ | 13 years ago | Reply We dont deserve IK as a leader. We will value him after his life. This nation is meant to be ruled by people like.... We will keep on voting them because we are idiots. And for those of you who cant stop laughing... pls laugh out loud.. this will give him more strength.. as it has always been. When the name of 'Pakistan' was spoken for the first time, there were losers like you who didnt even dare to dream.. and called it as a joke. So, keep following your "leaders"

Aayan Mirza | 13 years ago | Reply Imran Khan is right, if he is claiming that he will take this terrorism issue down, it means he can and have surely got a plan to do so... All support for Imran Khan.. Jiye Imran Khan, Jiye PTI.

Yasin Shah | 13 years ago | Reply If anyone on this earth can solve Pakistan's problems, its Imran Khan. It's either him or nobody. Unfortunately our people have become so pessimistic that they believe nobody. I ask all the people reading this article to come up with a "name" better than Imran Khan who can solve these problems. Does the current government have the courage to stand and deliver?

Altaf Hussain | 13 years ago | Reply I wish, he could able to learn something from past and able to revisit this press releases what he has been saying about terrorist and the terrorism. Now people of Pakistan enough aware about these politicians who just firing in the thin air without formulating the solution.

Shah | 13 years ago | Reply @Ebad Dude could you be kind enough to send us ignorant people the links to these videos that you are talking about? I love watching Imran Khan put his foot in his mouth every time he opens it. Maybe I will send links to his past videos where he successfully put both his feet in his mouth and ended up swallowing his shoes. The people believe what they see. I have not seen him talking about policies. Most of his sentences/ answers start with Humari badqismati yeh hay kay .... Does this guy even know he is spewing all this bull? Again, please send those links. Maybe I might stand corrected :D

Riaz | 13 years ago | Reply Actually we also have to try imran khan as a leader as we have experienced every one in pakitan twice and thrice. But one thinks what are his pleans,policies and manifesto. He looks to be the saviour but when one come to know that he has not well orchestrated party to meet the needs for the claims they claim. only sky spearing sloagons are not enough. there should be some practical and shinig gadgets so that one can easily comprehend right from the wrong. Best wishes for Imran but he needs much more impr0vement in ideas and manifesto.

Zain Lakhani | 13 years ago | Reply If anyone can, it has to be him. Screw the haters.

Jahan | 13 years ago | Reply My brothers and sisters i believe this is the right time to take a big decision and stop the "WAR OF TERROR". America is totally lost in afghanistan. Last month June was the deadliest month for the NATO forces (104 killed) since the war started in 2001. Next year in July USA is planning exit from Afghanistan they are thousands of miles away but we are neighbors. 100+ drones killed 1000+ Pakistani civilians and only 10 TERRORISTS. (US REPORTS). Do you really think the relatives of those innocent killed people will remain silent. Lastly i firmly believe that Imran Khan if not completely clear the terrorism from Pakistan but he will definitely separate the real militants from people who are just fighting Pakistan because we are fighting USA war for the sake of $$$$$. Allah Knows Best

Syed Nadir El-Edroos | 13 years ago | Reply Really? First, how is he going to win enough seats to gain a majority and form a government? What credibility to individuals apart from him have? Is he naive enough to believe that if Pakistan changes her foreign policy, that the Taliban will pack and go home? They have developed a complex network of fund-raising, control and logistics. Why would they give it up now? How is he going to get the Army's support? How is he going to get the ISI to break its links with the same organizations that are killing Pakistani citizens? At a time when the Army is pushing Karzai and the Haqqani's to negotiate and maintain "strategic depth", does he think that he is relevant enough to change and shape policy? This seems like nothing more than a talking point, from a man who has the luxury of knowing that he will never be held accountable to fulfil his claims.

Syed Kashif Ali | 13 years ago | Reply ok so here i am ... i think ...i mean hehehehehehehehe ROFLMAO ahem ahemn sorry , i was trying to say .....hahahahahahahahahaha ...oOopsps i am sorry ..... actually i can't control myself laughing on it so comments later :D

Moin ud din khan | 13 years ago | Reply He is perfectly right.

ebad | 13 years ago | Reply For those who says that IK has never given solution for this Taliban mess, must check out his past videos, he has clear cut given solutions for this war, and moreover he got a very unique stance on what should be the Pakistan s foreign policy this time. Surely Mr. Khan got a vision which many of the other Paki leaders does nt possess.

M A Anwar | 13 years ago | Reply Provided he can persuade the people to vote him PM first. Not so likely in the short term.

Dr. Asad Sadick, Germany | 13 years ago | Reply Winning the terrorists would be easier than winning the World Cup: thinks Imran.

myra | 13 years ago | Reply Clearly a large number of people have been misinformed. Is it really possible to clear the country of Taliban by killing them one by one? Imran Khan provides our country with an educated voice that realizes that not every move that our largest benefactor makes would be in our favour. I don't understand why everyone is so quick to attack him just because he has a background in cricket. Some of the great leaders of the free world and revolutions were not born into a political family. Just the fact that politics has become a 'family affair' is disgusting in itself. He is probably one of the most educated people (with REAL degrees, FYI) that is running a political party. Can you really deny the relationship between education and good policy-making?

Asif Nawaz | 13 years ago | Reply I'm with Imran Khan!!!

Khalid Muhammad | 13 years ago | Reply I don't believe that we can curb terrorism in 90 days. Eliminating terrorism from Pakistan requires that we educate our population about the true Islam and not what the madrassahs and mullahs radicalize. This will take more strength and effort from every Pakistan that fighting a ground war against the extremists because it touches all of our lives from schools to workplace to media. For Pakistan to move forward, first we need to shut down all the madrassahs that are imparting radical Islamic teaching. That means we need a federal and provincial governments that are not subservient to hidden hands in order to keep their vote bank in place. Second, we need to start a huge push on our television channels that teach what Islam says about terrorism, war and jihad - more importantly we need to educate people about the history and reasons of why the Prophet (PBUH) held the standards that he did. The reason for extremism and militancy expanding in Pakistan is not American drone attacks, but lack of education and ignorance in the people of Pakistan. The fear to question what a mullah says about Islam is because we are not sure ourselves of what Islam teaches giving them all the power to keep the educated class out of the discussion. We also need to eliminate the concept of religious democratic parties. Jamaat Islami in all its forms must be eliminated from the political discussion as they are not interested in true democracy, only the democracy that will allow them to do what Zia did. Islam is a way of life, not a democratic or religious party. Imran Khan is unable to do any of these things, as he is not able to step away from the hidden hands that guide him and his politics.

kp | 13 years ago | Reply The people have rejected Imran Khan's party in every single election. He will have no credibility until and unless he can gain a presence in parliament. Similarly, another extremely vocal politician, Salman Taseer, has also been rejected by the masses everytime he has participated in an election.

Sharif Lone | 13 years ago | Reply Pakistani: I respect your opinion when you refuted my claim that liberal attitudes are better than middle aged life style. Let me explain the difference. In Iran, Sudan, Burma and Saudi Arabia, they are pursuing the yesteryears styles. In pakistan you can stand up and criticize the politicians. You might face problems if you did that in such countries. In Pakistan, you can vote a politician out of power. Try that in many conservative societies. It is so easy to stand up in the open societies to say that you will curb many problems in 90 days and afterwards you are lumbered with the man for decades. Zia also wanted to give us the chance to vote within 90 days. He stayed for 10 years until a far superior power interfered. A secular society is the order of the day. the reason why governments are dismissed in Pakistan is we are fooled by those who say they will eradicate evil. In fact they destroy the societies. You can see how India has improved with democracy and their leadership has not always been good, but it is consistency that counts.

salazar | 13 years ago | Reply WE NEED MUSHARRAF

zubair | 13 years ago | Reply "If wishes were horses, beggars would ride"

Suleman | 13 years ago | Reply I belive and respect what Imran says but he wants to do it all alone. He needs a Team of profeesional in each field to support him and his Cause i mean the right people and hopefully then it can come true in our lifetimes

khizer jalal | 13 years ago | Reply very dramatic deadline. BUt He can do something about it,. I am sure

Mohsin Aly | 13 years ago | Reply Mr imran khan is trying for Big Hit in politics but he might not get success

Mubashir Zaidi | 13 years ago | Reply Actually I don't like style of Politics which he is doing since his first day, he first married to a jewish lady who was residing in neighbor of former American Presidential Candidate, unfortunately that candidate lost in elections, then he separated from that marriage arrangement. He then joined Pervez Musharraf cabinet with the hope he would be given candidature of Prime Minister but when it was given to Shaukat Aziz then he left Pervez Musharraf. Now trying both the two options he contrary to his former engagements is supporting Talibans and condemning Americans and Musharraf....So I saw his many U Turns in his few years of politics now by saying it he actually disclosed his old wish to give me government for 90 days. I don't think so he is even capable to run his own political party, so running country is a different ball game. Contrary to the policy and manifesto of his own party he is giving tickets to old horses of both the big political parties instead of giving chance to his own workers. So what he is saying is totally opposite to what he is doing.

ALI | 13 years ago | Reply Instead of appointing corrupt leaders again and again, why not our so called ” Intelligent AWAAM ” gives him a chance too. At least he doesn’t have a corrupt record, a fake degree. As far as I know he is a true Pakistani who has done a lot for this country such as by winning the world cup in 92, building the one and only cancer hospital in Pakistan, helping a lot of needy people. Its only if people realize since he is the only “Parha Likha” Leader left.

Mohsin Aly | 13 years ago | Reply why in 90 days? another legacy of zia! That's Right !!!!!

zubair | 13 years ago | Reply GEO Imran inshallah u would get a chance to bring he postive change. West is out Ally but not friend but we have to keep them with us somehow, But imran is Perfect man who can handel both groups very well. He is an educated person, Doesnot mean that it would take us down.

Karim Khan | 13 years ago | Reply Mr. Khan, nice of you to make peace your priority. But just how exactly do you propose to bring about this huge a change in three months?

damon | 13 years ago | Reply of all the people who can get Pakistan out of this mess, Imran Khan is the only hope. If there is another person other than Imran Khan, please NAME them. If not, kindly shut up.

Ahsen | 13 years ago | Reply Though I am a big supports of Imran Khan but in this particular statement, he is a bit too optimistic. He may be right but he has to come up with a concrete plan.

Nadir El Edroos | 13 years ago | Reply Really? How is he going to stop the army fron supporting thr haqqani network? Just by changing pakistans foreign policy, is he naive enough to believe that the taliban and there allies who have built up a sophisticated networks of fund raisinig, alliances abd training camps are going to pack up and go home? Well lets see if he can muster up enough electable candidates in a future election to form a government. Or does he want to be annoited as PM as the saviour of the nation.

Saleha Khan | 13 years ago | Reply I think he is all talks, and no action!

jahanzeb | 13 years ago | Reply I think he should look for a job as a cricket coach instead and let the policy makers do their job. Does he really think it is that easy!

anwaarahmad | 13 years ago | Reply why in 90 days? another legacy of zia!

Fowad Khan | 13 years ago | Reply Respects for Imran Khan

Pakistani | 13 years ago | Reply If changing our "Liberal" society into a "Middle Age Philosophy" will solve our problems of crime and everything then why not change our life styles, what has this so called "Liberal" life style brought into Pakistan, nothing but corruption and crime.

khalid mahmood | 13 years ago | Reply Yes i agree with imran khan he has abilty to prove it Geo Brave Imran

Sharif Lone | 13 years ago | Reply Watch out for anybody who gives you easy solutions. The sickness of terrorism started a long time ago and needs a serious planning. Giving in to those who kill innocent people is inviting bigger problems. Or changing our life styles of liberal and tolerant society to middle ages philosophy. .

waqas | 13 years ago | Reply Yes I completely agree with Imran Khan, because we want changed, moreover we are sick of this government. Where is our youth, please come up with the full of aggressiveness about this fragil or weak government.

Danish | 13 years ago | Reply hahahhahahahahahahah so he is saying he'll become friends wid taliban and eliminate USA and all of us in 90 days. i just wish he never gets even a single seat from pakistan. btw i've stopped watching TV cause of him, hamid gul and shahid masoud, are they all still their.

S. Ali Raza | 13 years ago | Reply lol! this man never learns ;)

ahmad | 13 years ago | Reply Last time i heard, imran khan and PTI has been nominating corrupt has beens to fight elections for them. Way to go and keep dreaming if this party would ever bring change.

ahmad | 13 years ago | Reply He is a taliban sympathizer. He has been proved wrong every time on this issue. People should go back and listen to his criticism of the Swat operation. Taliban contacting Imran Khan also shows how desperate the taliban are now in Pakistan that they need to contact Imran Khan for favors. And he should try and win a few seats and gain some credibility before going on talk shows and challenging every single action that anyone takes. He has been in Politics for over 10 years and has nothing to show for it. The common man in Pakistan has simply got nothing to do with his brand of politics, which also shows that the common man wouldn't vote for someone merely for criticizing America and the War on Terror.

Shireen Khan | 13 years ago | Reply Isn't this the same person who said terrorists would never target cricket? I rest my case........

Shah | 13 years ago | Reply He talks the talk but doesn't walk the walk. Has he ever specified what his plans are? Only bayaanBaazi is not going to rid us of terrorism. If he loves and cares for the people of Pakistan as much as he says he does, then why not share his plans, for rooting out terrorism in 90 days, with the present government.

Eman Yousaf | 13 years ago | Reply Imran should get a chance to change the fate of Pakistanis

Eman | 13 years ago | Reply Imran should get a chance to change the fate of Pakistanis

Baqar Iqbal | 13 years ago | Reply “if you were the prime minister of Pakistan” IF. This “IF” plays many important role at many places.

Syed A. Mateen | 13 years ago | Reply Yes, I agree with Imran Khan. He has all the will to do that. During the second last elections, Imran Khan committed with the people that he will hang all the culprits on the chowk within 24 hours. This was one of the reasons that people did not give him votes.

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