In the acquittal of Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi in the controversial Iddat case, the PTI reportedly sought assistance from relevant government authorities.
As it was a government-initiated case, the PTI approached officials to support the acquittal of the former prime minister and his wife.
Sources familiar with the matter said that, in addition to Bushra Bibi, PTI Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, former KP Chief Minister Ali Ameen Gandapur, Barrister Saif, and Senator Mashal Yousafzai were aware of these behind-the-scenes contacts regarding the case.
When contacted, Barristers Gohar and Saif declined to comment. Senator Mashal also refrained from direct comment but shared her personal view, describing the Iddat case as “in extremely bad taste” and so weak that it had even caused divisions among powerful circles.
PTI Senator Mashal Yousafzai, who has served as a spokesperson for Bushra Bibi and is also considered close to former prime minister Imran Khan, also told The News that Bushra Bibi is opposed to confrontation between the establishment and Imran Khan or the PTI.
Speaking about prevailing perceptions, Mashal said a narrative was deliberately built portraying Bushra Bibi as the reason behind the confrontation. “In reality, Bushra Bibi believes that all disputes and even wars are ultimately settled at the negotiating table,” she said.
According to Mashal, Bushra Bibi is of the view that certain individuals surrounding both Imran Khan and the other side are fueling tensions and want the establishment and Imran Khan to remain at the loggerheads.
“Bushra Bibi is not a hardliner,” Mashal said, adding that she is a strong advocate of reconciliation and dialogue.
Source: The News
