Ijaz told NDTV that nothing can stop him from coming to the country and added that he will bring his BlackBerry devices and make them available to the Commission probing the scandal.
“I am coming. I am going to tell the truth. I am going to put the truth on the record forcefully, and I am going to make sure that the people of Pakistan, finally, are able to hold their government accountable for the actions that they take in their name.”
On Interior Minister Rehman Malik’s warning of arresting Ijaz on his return, Ijaz said that Malik does not even know the facts and had been sending out “veiled threats” to him through different statements.
“Rehman Malik is someone I believe, who is prone to make statements of such exaggeration, that he doesn't even understand what the facts are,” he added.
Ijaz further added that his stance on Pakistan’s army and the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has not changed over the past years.
When asked if he would arrive in Pakistan before January 26, Ijaz said it was fair to assume that.
Government forms committee for Mansoor Ijaz’s security
A committee has been formed by the federal government to provide high level security to Mansoor Ijaz when he arrives in Pakistan next week, Express News reported on Saturday.
Ijaz, the central character in the Memogate case, has been summoned by the judicial commission investigating the memo scandal on Jan 24, and before the Parliamentary Commission on National Security (PCNS) on Jan 26.
Sources confirmed that Mansoor's whereabouts will be kept secret upon his arrival in Pakistan and the government has decided to formalise a proper plan to protect him.
It hasn't been divulged which city Mansoor will arrive in but sources have confirmed that the provincial government of which ever city Mansoor stays in will provide him with the utmost protection.
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Why does he want to come to Pakistan? To uncover more filth in an already filthy country?
@adeel759: No one is trying to let down any one. It is a straight case of treason against the country which must be investigated. If Zardari/ Haqqani are not involved then why are they creating hurdlesin his way. Let the Army provide him security according to his satisfaction so that he does not find an excuse to stay away.
@Imran: Instead of saying anything against Pasha you better let him home on to the real corrupt and disloyal masters of this country.
welcom - let us open a new frontire of 'truthfulness' - this country which is at the verge of destructions of its tulers folly, lust for unlawful money, power hungry - tear that apart and help bring new visions.............!
Somebody has his hands deep inside the white house.
Mr Mansoor I don't know hwo you are but if you have some truth hiding up your sleeve do come and share with us.
i cannot believe after the video leak, people are still taking him seriuosly...
@hamzad: Your comment about a fireigner bent upon hurting Pakistan and its institutions are disgraceful and cheap. That guy is a cheap trickster and consider him a brave man who's so scared about his security, he might just chicken out.
Mansoor Ijaz's past reputation or his personal life is irrelevant at this stage. What is relevant, however, is that this man is bringing along some very valuable evidence against a few involved in this treasonous conspiracy against our state. He is being discouraged and obstructed by certain quarters that are most probably guilty of committing this crime. Lets not jump to conclusions and let the Judicial Commission do its job. One thing is certain though, the truth will come out this time and all those involved will be sent to the gallows.
Ijaz Mansoor has redefined the word "Sleaze" he may be an American Pakistani but we American Pakistanis are ashamed of a cockroach that wiggles in slime to make a living.He has wronged the trust of so many in his inner circle that when he enters a room there is a distinct aroma of rotten eggs that empties the room faster than one can mumble the words "deviant hypocrite" if he was drowning and asked for a life jacket all his colleagues would refrain so asks yourself the worth of a man who would endanger the democracy of his elders Motherland for immediate cheap vulgar attention & money?
@butt jee: But he is an ordinary american citizen who himself is not credible. Even if he is coming why give him the importance he is not worthy of, having written and spoken against our army, ISI in fact our country!! No need to interview this anti-pakistan man, he does not deserve to be interviewed. Unfortunately our media lust for ratings! they just jump at any opportunity to discredit not just the government but our country too. They must draw a line somewhere!!
Mansoor Ijaz is really a brave man
Why HH was in contact with this man and why all of a suuden he turned against HH and his Boss? I think some kind of business deal went wrong and this man is taking revenge from HH and his Boss.
@asma@london: He is not just an American citizen. He is rich and has relationships with more than a dozen secret organizations of various countries. He is hungry for fame and is willing to do anything to make a buck or become infamous. There are too many foreigners of Pakistani origin who have been working hard, sending money to Pakistan and play by the rules but none of them gotten any importance like this dubious double agent and his diatribe against Pakistan. Regards, Mirza
@asma@london: He is not coming to Pakistan in his personal capacity as a private citizen of US. Remember he has been summoned by the court as an important witness in a high profile case of a treasonous memorandum. It is the duty of the court to provide protection and security to Mansoor Ijaz(The prime witness) according to his satisfaction.
@Ali:
After all, Dr. Amir Liaquat Hussain is still very popular and also respected by many in Pakistan, even after his video scandal. At least, MI has never claimed or pretended to be so religious.
Mansoor Ijaz got the importance because our former Ambassador gave him the important job. Zardari and company including Rehman Malik and now Aitezaz including will not let this man enter Pakistan.and in this effort America will help them. They will scare him to death.
@Maryam: He may not be a very good person but we must appreciate that he is taking all the trouble to help us in finding those black sheep who are out to sell Pakistan's security and sovereignty to Us. We know he is not doing this for any kind of love for Pakistan but if this way we can find those snakes who are hiding up our sleeves, we should be quite happy.
This person can turn "Turtle" and starts recording his statement in favor of the present government and instead starts exposing those who are dieing to overthrow this government by hook or crook. People must have seen his commentary on Women's Wrestling which has recently appeared in the media. What a holy man on whose story our institutions are locked in horns on each other.
Why a private citizen of America given so much importance. He is just one American man!!
Take the same flight with Musharaf.
Mr. Ijaz! We are very hospitable, and can accommodate you in Class A. However, if you choose to choose solidarity with common people, we always have Class C. BTW What would you prefer? We have Adiyala and Kot Lakhpat on the menu.
plz do come, we like some WWF entertainment :-)
Mr Ijaz you would make bigger headlines if you drag Pasha into this. That would be huge.
I hope he finally puts it on record - so far what he has had to say doesn't portrait your govt or military in a positive light - make both appear to be inept, duplicitous , and not worthy of serving the Pakistani people.
Mansoor Ijaz -A honest man who has nothing to hide.Let the truth come out
HH where are your Blackberry(s) Why do you not allow access to your Blackberry data?
I am sure Zardari & Co will use every single dirty trick in the book to stop him let's see how he get away with that.
It's obvious where his new found confidence and courage come from. The Army/ISI need this man to come out of this without looking foolish at this point. I'll put money on him completely not offering to comment on the things he said about the Army/ISI if it's even asked.
Errr... you want to dramatize your entry as well ? Come on man, just be here and do what you want... who cares? But be prepared, the first question judges will ask is "What Is Your Profession"...and having a history with stupidisco won't leave a very good impression :)
Dear Mansoor Ijaz, I wish you a safe landing and safe return. Take care. These guys will hurl host of threats on you to scare you so that you do not come Pakistan. I do not know you and my interest in your coming over is in knowing the truth. please remember you have to say nothing but the TRUTH only.
This reminds me a dialogue from Don 2.. Ab muje koi Rok nahi sakta ... :)
People of Pakistan understand who you are and they have stopped believing people like you. Though you will come to Pakistan but inshallah you will not have an impact on toppling this government. Our democracy can protect itself from people like you.