Overview
- The ISPR spokesperson said Imran Khan’s rhetoric had become a national security threat and referred to him as “mentally ill” in a forceful press briefing.
- PTI leaders denounced the remarks as “ridiculous” and “unfortunate,” called for dialogue, and demanded unrestricted meetings with Khan at Adiala Jail.
- Defence Minister Khawaja Asif and Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal endorsed the ISPR’s assessment, accusing PTI of anti-state messaging and warning of a strict response.
- Media reports citing government sources said authorities decided to add Imran Khan and several PTI figures to the Exit Control List and to impose travel bans linked to May 9 cases.
- Lawmakers across parties voiced support for the armed forces, while commentary warned that potential escalations such as a party ban or Governor’s Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa remain a developing risk.