PML-N leader Hanif Abbasi has alleged a conspiracy to create extremist elements in Pakistan and claimed that an individual involved in the killing of Rangers personnel confessed to being inspired by the PTI founder’s rhetoric.
At a press conference at his residence in Rawalpindi, Abbasi criticized disinformation campaigns, including false claims about mass casualties, spread through social media.
He stressed the nation’s resistance against such plots and stated: “Pakistan will not follow the paths of Syria, Iraq or Libya. Our nuclear program remains safe in the hands of the military.”
He also highlighted the deaths of four members of the Rangers and a police officer, accusing certain groups of undermining the integrity of the country for monetary gain. “If the mafia government takes control, no one will be safe,” he warned.
Abbasi accused certain elements of inciting civil disobedience and pressuring international organizations such as the World Bank and IMF to withhold aid. He claimed that efforts were made to damage Pakistan’s economic stability, including hiring lobbying firms to influence the United States. Members of Congress.
He further underlined that Pakistan’s economic indicators, including remittances totaling $21.7 billion between January and November, reflect greater stability under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. “Investor confidence from countries such as Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, the United Arab Emirates and China is returning,” he noted.
Abbasi condemned the PTI’s alleged role in fueling the unrest, citing the party’s celebratory posts on social media during national crises. “They once talked about rejecting American influence with slogans like ‘Absolutely not,’ but now they applaud external threats against Pakistan,” he said.
He reiterated the need for accountability, stating: “Even if my relative attacks state facilities, he should be tried in military courts. No exceptions should be made.”
Abbasi warned against external meddling, referring to incidents such as the November 26 attack, which he described as a betrayal of Pakistan. “Even a country like Afghanistan dares to challenge us now,” he said, urging collective determination to defend the nation’s sovereignty.
He concluded by condemning divisive policies that have fueled hatred, urging political parties to put national interest above personal agendas and work together to ensure the stability and prosperity of Pakistan.
