POLITICS & POLICY MAKING

Security Officials Claim Faiz Hameed Acted on Political Orders, Denounce Attempts to Use Army for Politics

Security officials assert that former military leader Faiz Hameed’s actions were directed by the previous political government and criticize the use of the army for political purposes. They also emphasize that negotiations with the outlawed TTP were conducted by the former government, not the army. Ongoing court-martial proceedings are scrutinizing Hameed’s actions.
2024-09-19
Security Officials Claim Faiz Hameed Acted on Political Orders, Denounce Attempts to Use Army for Politics

Security officials have recently accused former military leader Faiz Hameed of carrying out actions at the behest of the previous political government, suggesting an attempt to politicize the army. According to these officials, the army was not involved in the negotiations with the outlawed Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP); instead, these discussions were conducted by the former government.
The officials emphasize that the army remains a state institution and stands firmly with the government. They express frustration over negotiations with individuals they claim have harmed the country, questioning why such talks were held.
Current court-martial proceedings for Faiz Hameed are underway, with ongoing reviews of the evidence. Security officials assert that Hameed acted with a political mindset rather than in alignment with military protocols. They also criticize individuals like Adil Raja for allegedly spreading misinformation from abroad.
The statements highlight tensions surrounding the military’s role in politics and the integrity of ongoing judicial processes related to former military personnel.