‘He Has Every Right To Say It’: Khawaja Asif Slams PTI Over Reaction To DG ISPR’s Press Conference

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif criticised Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for its response to the recent press conference by the DG ISPR, saying the spokesperson “has every right to express his views.” Officials stated that Asif emphasised the importance of respecting state institutions and warned against politicising national security matters. He called on all political parties to engage responsibly and avoid rhetoric that could escalate tensions. Analysts noted that the remarks highlight ongoing debates over civil-military relations and political accountability in Pakistan, amid rising political polarisation and PTI’s criticism of the armed forces.