Pakistan Grants ISI Legal Authority to Intercept Calls, Sparking Privacy Concerns

New powers for the military-run spy agency raise fears of political misuse and civil liberties violations.

The Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) can now legally tap phone calls and messages for national security purposes.
Opposition parties and human rights groups warn this could lead to increased surveillance and suppression of dissent.
Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar assures that the measure targets criminal and terrorist activities only.
Critics argue the move undermines constitutional rights and could be used for political blackmail.
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party plans to challenge the decision in court.