South Asia

Imran Khan Warns Of ‘Imminent Disaster', ‘East Pakistan-Like Situation'

Published: 15:37, 18 May 2023

Pakistan is heading towards an 'imminent disaster' and it may face disintegration, Ex Premier Imran Khan has warned as he accused the ruling coalition of hatching a conspiracy to pit the army against his party.

In a video-link address from his Zaman Park residence in Lahore on Wednesday, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief said the only solution to end political instability was to hold elections.
'I am seeing a frightening dream that the country is heading towards an imminent disaster. I appeal to the powers that be to let the elections take place and save the country,' PTI chief said said as police surrounded his home.
Speaking about the unrest that followed his arrest from the Islamabad High Court premises on May 9, Imran Khan asserted that it was a 'pure conspiracy' hatched and executed allegedly on behalf of the ruling coalition and the Punjab caretaker government.
'This is high time that the powers that be should sensibly rethink otherwise the country will face an East Pakistan-like situation,' he was quoted as saying by Dawn newspaper.
Defending his criticism of the country's army, Imran Khan said: 'When I reprimand the army, it is like I am criticising my kids.'
PTI chief Khan said a recent survey revealed that Pakistan's 70% population was standing with his party - PTI - and the remaining 30% people with all the parties that are part of the ruling coalition.