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, argued 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 had 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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How might the concerns raised by the lawyers affect the perception of the justice system in this case?
**Interview with Legal Analyst, Dr. Ayesha Khan, on Upcoming Bail Hearing of PTI Chairman**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Dr. Khan. The bail hearing for the Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has been adjourned until September 4. Can you shed some light on the significance of this case?
**Dr. Ayesha Khan:** Thank you for having me. The adjournment of this hearing is significant not only for the PTI and its supporters but also for the political landscape in Pakistan. The cipher case involves serious allegations against the PTI chairman, and the outcome of this bail application can set a precedent for how such cases are handled in the future.
**Interviewer:** Right, and we heard that the lawyers raised some concerns during the hearing. What can you tell us about their arguments?
**Dr. Ayesha Khan:** The lawyers, Babar Awan and Salman Safdar, emphasized the difficulties faced by their client while in Attock Jail. Salman Safdar pointed out that they had to walk significant distances and highlighted issues surrounding access to legal counsel. These points are critical—they are not just about bail but effectually address the broader issues of the justice system and the treatment of individuals in custody.
**Interviewer:** There was also mention of Shah Mehmood Qureshi’s lawyer intending to make arguments on his behalf. How does this factor into the overall proceedings?
**Dr. Ayesha Khan:** The presence of Shah Mehmood Qureshi’s lawyer indicates that this case has implications beyond just the PTI chairman. It seems there are intertwined interests and concerns regarding multiple party members facing legal challenges. This can reflect the political strategies within the PTI as they address their legal battles collectively, which might strengthen their position or show solidarity.
**Interviewer:** What are the possible outcomes of this hearing on September 4, and what implications might it have for PTI?
**Dr. Ayesha Khan:** If the bail is granted, it could be a significant relief for the PTI, potentially allowing their leadership to regroup and strategize moving forward. Conversely, if the bail is denied, it may weaken their political standing and stir public sentiment against the government, framing the situation as a political vendetta. The dynamics of trust and support from their base will heavily depend on these proceedings.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Dr. Khan, for your insights. We will keep an eye on the developments as September 4 approaches.
**Dr. Ayesha Khan:** My pleasure! Thank you for having me.