ISLAMABAD – PTI Takes Legal Action:Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has decided to file a petition in the Peshawar High Court to challenge military court sentences handed down to civilians.
Insaf Lawyers Forum Leads the Case
Advocate Ali Zaman, representing PTI’s legal wing, Insaf Lawyers Forum, confirmed the move. He called the sentences unjust and vowed to seek justice.
Support from KP Leadership
The petition is being filed in consultation with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, who fully supports the initiative.
Goal: Nullify Military Court Verdicts
PTI aims to overturn the military court decisions and secure the release of imprisoned party members and leaders.
Nationwide Legal Strategy in Progress
Similar petitions are planned for the Islamabad and Lahore High Courts, signaling a broader legal challenge.
Background: Sentences for May 2023 Riots
Military courts sentenced 85 civilians, including key PTI supporters, to 2-10 years in prison for their alleged roles in riots and attacks on military installations.
Global Criticism Grows
The sentences have drawn backlash from PTI and international groups, including the US, UK, and EU, questioning the fairness of military trials for civilians.
Public Appeal for Support
PTI has urged the public to pray for the swift release of its detained workers and leaders, reinforcing its stance against military court rulings.
