The hearing on the bail application of Chairman Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) arrested in the cipher case has been adjourned till September 4. Special Secret Court Judge Abul Hasnat Zulqarnain conducted the hearing on PTI chairman’s bail application in the cipher case.
According to the sources, Babar Awan and Salman Safdar, the lawyers of Chairman PTI, gave arguments on the bail application and Salman Safdar said that the Chairman PTI’s lawyers should not be obstructed in Attock Jail. had to walk one and a half kilometers, a petition has been filed against the trial in Attock Jail.
During the hearing, Shah Mehmood Qureshi’s lawyer Ali Bukhari also appeared in the court and said that he would like to give arguments on his client’s bail application today.
According to media reports, PTI Chairman’s lawyers requested to hear the arguments on the bail application, while Special Prosecutor FIA opposed hearing the arguments on the PTI Chairman’s bail application today.
According to media reports, Special Prosecutor FIA objected to the petitions filed by PTI’s legal team in the Islamabad High Court and said that they requested to postpone the hearing on the bail petition.
According to media reports, during the hearing, the FIA prosecutor said that Chairman PTI has filed petitions related to this court in the High Court, while Chairman PTI’s lawyer Intizar Panjotha said that we withdraw the petitions from the High Court. , the High Court did not stay the bail application.
The FIA prosecutor said that the hearing of the case has been postponed, nothing can be done now.
According to media reports, after hearing the arguments of the parties, the judge of the Special Secret Court adjourned the hearing on PTI chairman’s bail application till September 4.
It should be remembered that Chairman PTI was arrested and transferred to Attock Jail after serving 3 years in the Tosha Khana case on August 5 and FIA also arrested him in the Cipher missing case while in custody.
A few days ago, the Islamabad High Court suspended the sentence of Chairman PTI in the Tosha Khana case, but his release was not possible due to his arrest in the cipher case.
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### Interview with Legal Expert on PTI Chairman’s Bail Hearing
### Interview with Legal Expert on PTI Chairman’s Bail Hearing
**Interviewer:** Welcome, Dr. Nasir Khan, a legal expert specializing in criminal law. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the recent developments regarding the bail application of the Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in the cipher case.
**Dr. Nasir Khan:** Thank you for having me. It’s a critical topic, and I’m glad to discuss it.
**Interviewer:** Let’s start with the basics. The bail hearing for the PTI chairman was recently adjourned until September 4. What does this adjournment mean for the case?
**Dr. Nasir Khan:** An adjournment means that the court is postponing the proceedings to a later date. This can be for various reasons, such as the need for more time for legal arguments or procedural issues. In this case, adjournment allows both sides—prosecution and defense—to prepare better for the next hearing, which could be crucial for the bail decision.
**Interviewer:** The context of the hearing was also significant, with reports indicating that the Chairman’s defense lawyers faced challenges getting to him in Attock Jail. Can you elaborate on that?
**Dr. Nasir Khan:** Yes, that’s an important point. Salman Safdar, one of the lawyers, mentioned that they had to walk one and a half kilometers to reach their client due to access issues. This raises concerns about the fairness of the legal process, as defense lawyers should have reasonable and unimpeded access to their clients to prepare their cases effectively. The petition filed against the trial in Attock Jail emphasizes this issue and could be a pivotal element of the defense strategy.
**Interviewer:** During the hearing, Shah Mehmood Qureshi’s lawyer also appeared to present arguments. How significant is the involvement of other PTI members in this case?
**Dr. Nasir Khan:** The involvement of other PTI leaders, like Shah Mehmood Qureshi, demonstrates the collective legal strategy of the party. It shows solidarity and could indicate that the defense is trying to present a united front, arguing that the legal issues aren’t isolated to just one individual but are part of a broader political context. This can be beneficial as it may highlight potential biases in legal proceedings against multiple party members.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, what are the potential implications if the bail is granted or denied in this case?
**Dr. Nasir Khan:** If bail is granted, it could lead to political shifts, allowing the PTI chairman to engage more actively in party and political activities while his case is ongoing. Conversely, if bail is denied, it may lead to increased tensions within the party and mobilization of supporters, possibly affecting the upcoming elections. The broader implications could resonate throughout Pakistani politics, especially in light of the upcoming election campaigns.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Khan, for your insights on this complex issue. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops leading up to the next hearing.
**Dr. Nasir Khan:** Thank you. I look forward to the developments as well.