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Tarar Defends Military Courts, Rejects Allegations of Legal Violations
Federal Minister Attaullah Tarar rejects claims that military courts violated international laws, defending their role in national security.
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by News Desk
2024-12-25
Tarar Defends Military Courts, Rejects Allegations of Legal Violations

Federal Information Minister Attaullah Tarar addressed ongoing debates surrounding military courts on the birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Christmas Day, asserting that no international laws have been violated in their operation. Tarar rejected claims made by the opposition, particularly the Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), which has attempted to politicize and create controversy over military trials following the May 9 attacks on military installations.

In his statement, Tarar also extended warm wishes to the Christian community globally on Christmas and expressed the nation’s collective congratulations to Quaid-e-Azam on his birth anniversary. He emphasized that the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has always steered the country toward development, and the Prime Minister reaffirmed the commitment to making Pakistan a great nation.

Responding to accusations about the military courts, Tarar explained that these courts are used only in the event of attacks on defense institutions, citing the May 9 incidents, which included attacks on the Corps Commander House, Mardan, and Qila Bala Hissar. He compared the military trials to the specialized courts in other sectors, such as the railway police for railway crimes and the anti-narcotics department for drug-related offenses.

Tarar pointed out that during the PTI era, civilians were also tried in military courts, and the same leadership praised the virtues of military trials at the time. He contrasted this with the current PTI stance, accusing them of lobbying against military courts even internationally.

The Information Minister stressed that the trials conducted by military courts adhere to the law, ensuring all fundamental rights, including the right to a fair trial, access to lawyers, family visits, and the opportunity to appeal. He emphasized that after a trial in a military court, individuals could file a writ petition in the High Court, ensuring a full legal recourse.

Tarar rejected claims from PTI leaders and spokespersons that the military trials were unjust, reminding them of their past support for such proceedings. He also reiterated that the May 9 perpetrators, who engaged in violent acts such as arson and vandalism, would face legal consequences in accordance with the law.

Calling for adherence to the rule of law, Tarar dismissed attempts to use the issue of military courts for political gains, emphasizing that the trials followed due legal process. He stated that the discussions on this matter at international forums also confirmed that no international laws were violated in the handling of these cases.

“The criminals of May 9 will be punished according to the law,” he concluded, urging PTI to refrain from politicizing the issue and to pursue legal channels instead.

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