A senior official of the Interior Ministry, on condition of anonymity, told The Express Tribune that the all documentation will be dispatched to Interpol authorities in Geneva by evening, today (Wednesday).
Federal Investigation Agency’s prosecutor in the Benazir Bhutto murder probe, Chaudhry Zulfiqar told The Express Tribune that the documentation was completed and forwarded to the Interior Ministry. He added that the Interior Ministry is “likely to forward it by the evening, today.”
Musharraf will be placed on Interpol’s most wanted list after an arrest notice is issued by the agency.
The warrant states that Musharraf should be brought back to Pakistan in order to carry out proceedings against him in the murder probe.
The documentation submitted by the Federal Investigation Agency to the Interior Ministry entails the summary/investigation documents, copies of the statements given by the then director-general of Counter Intelligence wing of ISI Javed Iqbal Cheema and former director-general of Intelligence Bureau of Pakistan Ejaz Shah have also been sent to Interpol, US-based journalist Marc Siegel’s e-mail to Bhutto, copy of the court orders and other orders of ATC.
The investigation officer of the murder probe, Deputy Director Federal Investigation Agency Khalid Rasool had forwarded the arrest documents to the Interior Ministry, which moved it to the concerned authority of Interpol in Pakistan.
The warrant will be sent via e-mail and through post.
Earlier this month, Interior Minister Rehman Malik revealed the investigation report of the murder of former prime minister Benazir Bhutto in the Sindh Assembly and vowed to bring then president Pervaiz Musharraf back to the country.
He also assured the Senate that Musharraf would be arrested upon his return to Pakistan.
“I assure this house that if he lands in Pakistan, he will be arrested because he is a proclaimed offender in the Benazir Bhutto murder case,” the minister had said.
The interior minister’s assurance comes a day after Senator Raza Rabbani submitted a 10-point charge sheet in Senate, calling for the former dictator’s arrest.
Malik said the Pakistan Peoples Party-led government never said that it would not take action against Musharraf, and added that while it is the responsibility of the federal government to give an order for registering a case against Musharraf, it is important for someone to register a complaint in this regard.
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If Musharraf is responsible for BB's death by not prviding sufficient security then by that same argument Zardari is responsible for Salam Taseer's murder by not providing fool proof security.
@Amjad: Take a look at the poll above.
@Amjad: Support for anyone is called democracy--someting you or you leaders cannot comprehend.
There are many who have committed "treason" i.e. Hamid Gul, faiz Ali Chisti and so on plus political leaders who were born on the laps of army chiefs i.e. Ayub Khan, Zia ul Haq and even Musharraf. TREASON?
One military dictator (Zia) gave us the strategy for intolerance and islamic militancy, the other (Mush), executed it.I have no doubt in my mind that Pakistan would have been a much more different, progressive place - all living in harmony, peace and prosperity if it was not for these two generals.
@salim: I think the real racism is found in a lot of people from Karachi who blindly support this dictator on ethnic grounds. The simple truth is that Musharraf took over illegally and ruled as a dictator contravening the constitution he was supposed to uphold in his military oath. In any nation this is called treason except Pakistan where he has some who blindly follow him based on ethnicity. When most Pakistanis from all provinces want to see him charged and put in jail why do so many Karachiites who share Musharraf's Indian ancestry want to support him? To me they should think of the nation and not of Musharraf's Indian background. This is racism to me.
Absolute lies by anti musharraf opponents,red warrant won't be accepted by Interpol,just some brainless pakistanis who listen to corrupt incompetent rehman malick who is a joke. mush did so much for Pak ,but all the anti mush repeatedly highlight killer bugti,lal masjid,no children,women. we're killed, constitution, there is no democracy in pak, it is just on paper,only mush can get Pakistan back on. track.
Mush must be tried for dismissing a civilian govt for purely his personal reasons. He pushed the country into quagmire of coruption and lawlessness. His and his coteries' actions also resulted in great contempt for Pakistan military.
@pervaiz memon:
exactly...all of this is just electioneering. a patriotic president is being used to humiliate the entire country and drag his name in the mud. president musharraf will certainly fight these charges.
This is a sad commentary in and of itself. Blaming Musharraf for BB's murder... its truly hilarious...seeing as how when he was in power he was the only one to openly state that BB would be in danger were she to return to Pakistan. His reign was hardly perfect..far from it..but look how Pakistan is flourishing nowadays...with a 'strong constitution' and a 'true democracy'. Such dramatics are enough to drive anyone insane !!
A good move by the government, it is a win win situation for Pakistan, its politicians and even army, here is why: 1) Musharaff had always claimed that he is a 'super patriot' and everything he did and will do for is beneficial to only pakistan. If musharaff is caught and tried for bugti's murder, this will go long way towards building baloch confidence and trust in pakistan. Dear ex-general musharaff, cant you sacrifice your posh life in london for the peace and unity of your beloved nation? This is a win for pakistan and its awam! 2) Politician can claim that for once in the life of pakistan, a 'military general' has been bought to justice. This will also bring some respect for independent judiciary and the democratic system. 3) Finally, by not opposing arrest of musharaff (who is a spent bullet anyway), the khakis can claim that they are fair and just and are willing to prosecute their own for the sake of national interest (as the khakis dont tire of claiming to be doing whats best in 'national' interest only 24/7!) See? Win Win for all!
this is rubbish,foolish, trichy and false story.musharraf was not murderer.thanks
Cheap tricks. Who asked her to get out of the hood...?
@laiba: Love to see Musharraf in jail for his illegal occupation of power for 9 years. This will send a message to next general who thinks he can take over like a dictator and throw away the constitution.
Honest & Sincere Leaders of Pakistan are Treated like Criminals whereas Real Criminals are Treated like Honest & Sincere Leaders! We Wonder We Are in Pits! Strange Country with Strange Rules.
It is election time and PPP would like to make such impressions to their voters that they are sincere to solve BB's murder case. PPP government will restrict to such alluring slogans and is not sincere in solving BB's Murder case. If PPP is really going to bring back Musharraf for trial then it will be beneficial for PPP's election campaign for the reasons: 1. PML(N) has been asking for arrest of Musharraf and bringing him to justice and PPP will win PML(N)'s hearts and minds. 2. Baluch leaders will be happy to see a hand cuffed Musharraf and would be willing to come to a table talk with PPP Government. 3. PPP will have something to show their voters that they have solved the BB's murder mystery.
Sorry to disagree, but all this seems impossible.
This way, Musharraf is gonna get the highest level of security! PPP is doing a favor to Musharraf other way around.
@ all Whether we like it or not... but...all the points of 'Pakistani' is historically, directly or indirectly correct. Pakistan is here at the edge of doom due to Musharaf today. After drones, terrorism jobs by agents like raymond davis, sold air-bases, sold pakistaniz, lot of secret agreement with U.S., NRO..... here our country is, its what we have become !!! don't you know that he was calling all the shots when he was the president???? U.S. is claiming our land now (Balochistan- yeah wake up) the current weakest & ineligible govt..... is just an extension of Musharaf's ideology, so he has already ruined the honor & safety of Pakistan- this govt is just executing what Musharaf promised.... with "add-ons" while making their own money- simply hired NRO Products !!!!!
@freehussaini: Plz have some sense atleast if not more, whatever you believe about musharraf or zardari is not my concern but if you dont know the difference between the immunity for current president and former than plz dont write here. zardari was tried before and most probably will be tried again but not now.... do you know why????? I guess you dont know.
@Pakistani
"This fugitive from Hindustan has on ..........................."
You're no where near being a "Pakistani". You're nothing but a racist and a bigot and sick with hatred!
@Pakistani: with the mind set you have sir....God help and save Pakistan for the Pakistani might not be capable enuf
Sometimes, in my honest moments, i just wish that Majid Khan had succeeded in executing whatever he had planned out.
As PPP completes its term, something to show to people
Is President responsible for providing security to VIP politicians ? Morally he can be but then again there are so many moral decisions of the ruling Pres. who is hiding behind the veil of immunity in an Islamic state!!!!!!!!!!
Britain has given Musharraf a Red Carpet. As Musharraf claims that the whole case is a Red Herring, this Red Warrant will get stuck in Red Tape, causing Red Faces in Pakistan. After much Red Ink, the Bhutto camp will See Red and for the Musharraf camp it will be a Red Letter Day!
If Zardari has total immunity, how come Musharraf doesn't have it? Or, if Musharraf can be tried, why shouldn't Zardari be tried?
The new drama begins. I have been hearing this Interpol warrant for nearly a year. Let us see.
Elections are obviously approaching. The govt has to be seen to be doing 'something', at least in the eyes of their mindless followers.
Yes, we all know this is just a farce. But imagine .... what if some day we actually were able to punish the generals who trample upon the Constitution with impunity (Musharraf, Hamid Gul, Mirza Aslam Beg, Asif Durrani, a few others alive, the rest dearly departed). Just a day dream...?
More than the murder charge, he should be brought to book for abbrogating the constitution and with high treason. That's a national crime!
but we were told that zardari knows the real culprits!!
@Dolittle. You really think little. The Govt did little, but the court has ordered he Government to do. Also, you try to read a little of what's printed.
All likelyhood, you may be one of IK's fans!
Good election strategy PPP. Last time it was BB's death. This time Musharraf.
Good.
BB is the only Pakistan PM till date who had fan following in India and her assasination came as a great shock to the Indians. Musharraf complicity in this henious crime was speculated right from beginning but if the same is true, he should be tried and convicted.
useless.. drama!
Musharraf was a great leader. No wonder this is how Heros are humiliated in our country. And thieves and blackmailers become Presidents and Governors here.
This fugitive from Hindustan has on his hands the blood of too many innocent people. He is not just responsible for the murder of Benazir Bhutto. He is also responsible for the murder of Akbar Bugti, innocent girls at Lal Masjid, May 12 massacre in of Pashtuns, Sindhi, Punjabis in Karachi, and for giving sanctuary to terrorist and public enemy Osama in a purpose built fortress at Abbottabad thus aiding and abetting Al-Qaeda terrorists to kill Pakistanis with impunity.
This is getting interesting. Lets see what is going to be the next move of the Khakis to save their former boss. Punishing Mush is a far cry, even prosecuting him would dampen the spirits of future dictator wannabes.
Is this confirm new ? because other media is not reporting . If they bring back mush for me it is real change . I think by doing this PPP can retain its old vote bank and if mr zardari resign from his post and give mush a fair trail and produce himself in front of court for other charges who knows PPP may win next election . It think PPP start its election camping
A red warrant for not providing adequate security - I doubt Interpol is going to entertain this request.
i dun see a single bit of benefit for musharraf in killing of BB.yea on contrary if we see mr 10% is now apparently have become master of life and death to Pakistan.
Love You Musharraf
A dumb government ploy to distract people from the real issues.
It is important for someone to register a complaint in this regard but who cares!