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Imran Khan wanted army to become subsidiary of PTI, says Defence Minister Asif

Criticises PTI founder’s attempts to control military

Updated 21 Feb, 2025 12:37pm

Pakistan

Leave PTI to its own devices, says Asif after Khan’s party backs out of talks

‘This too shall pass,’ says Asif if PTI turns to street

Updated 26 Jan, 2025 10:56pm

Pakistan

US would prefer leaders in Pakistan who will eliminate nuclear weapons, claims Asif

Defence minister doubts PTI’s intentions in negotiation process

Published 07 Jan, 2025 12:34am

Pakistan

Defence Minister Asif describes Imran Khan as ‘proxy’ for pro-Israel supporters

Reiterates his claims such people targeting Pakistan’s nuclear assets

Published 28 Dec, 2024 09:05am

Pakistan

Person responsible for May 9 a product of establishment, says Defence Minister Asif

Announces that government to present ‘white paper’ against jailed ex-PM Imran Khan

Updated 22 Dec, 2024 10:44pm

Pakistan

Public weary of PTI protests, Asif says

He stated that the perpetrators of these actions should be punished

Published 04 Dec, 2024 04:41pm

Pakistan

Khawaja Asif responds to Gandapur’s challenge on imposition of governor’s rule in KP

Asif dismissed Gandapur’s threats as mere theatrics

Published 30 Nov, 2024 10:31am

Pakistan

Asif attributes Bushra’s statement to ‘conflict between sisters-in-law’

He questioned the credibility of Bibi's claims, noting her shifting narrative

Published 22 Nov, 2024 02:55pm

Pakistan

Defence Minister Asif confirms contacts between Gandapur, establishment

Dismisses possibility of incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan’s release

Updated 21 Nov, 2024 10:36pm

Pakistan

Video of Khawaja Asif being followed, threatened in London goes viral

The incident reportedly happened a few days ago

Published 13 Nov, 2024 08:52pm

Pakistan

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif rejects possibility of Khan’s extradition to US

Foreign Office dismisses speculation that Trump will influence Pakistan’s internal politics

Updated 07 Nov, 2024 11:46pm

Pakistan

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif calls for military trial of Imran Khan

PTI founder did not descend from the ‘heavens’, says Asif

Updated 24 Oct, 2024 11:30pm

Pakistan

Enough numbers to pass constitutional amendment, claims Defence Minister Asif

Says ruling coalition wants everyone on board for legislation

Updated 19 Oct, 2024 10:12pm

Pakistan

PTI protest: Govt vows to prevent disruption during SCO summit

PTI to hold a demonstration at D-Chowk on the inaugural day of the SCO summit

Published 12 Oct, 2024 12:25pm

Pakistan

Gandapur once again fooled PTI, claims Khawaja Asif

Adds that disappearing is necessary for software update

Updated 06 Oct, 2024 05:39pm

Pakistan

Global stability impossible until issues like Palestine resolved, Asif says in New York

Asif further advocated for eliminating the digital divide in the world

Published 24 Sep, 2024 10:26am

Pakistan

Gandapur’s 15-Day ultimatum for Imran Khan’s release expires without result

Several federal ministers had chided Gandapur for his remarks

Published 23 Sep, 2024 10:59am

Pakistan

Asif calls KP CM’s comments on Afghanistan negotiations attack on federation

Defence minister says Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister has put national security at stake

Updated 12 Sep, 2024 06:52pm

Pakistan

Khawaja Asif accuses Gandapur of playing ‘double game’

Says there is no evidence for Gandapur's abduction claim

Published 12 Sep, 2024 10:34am

Pakistan

Khawaja Asif says ‘evidence’ surfaced leading to military trial of Imran Khan

In exclusive interview with Aaj News, minister hints Faiz Hameed would want to shift blame onto Imran Khan

Updated 07 Sep, 2024 09:58pm

Pakistan

Sanaullah says party wants ‘unconditional dialogue’ with all parties including PTI

He also urged the PTI to adopt a less 'stubborn attitude' to ensure productive discussions

Published 05 Sep, 2024 11:21am

Pakistan

Ethnic killing in Balochistan has been ongoing for years, claims defence minister

Khawaja Asif says there is ‘no political presence in Balochistan’

Published 28 Aug, 2024 12:58am

Pakistan

Govt facilitated Khan, PTI leaders meeting after offering to cancel rally: Asif

‘What objection could the administration have if PTI wants to cancel rally,’ says Defence minister

Updated 25 Aug, 2024 10:17pm

Pakistan

Gen Bajwa threatened to impose martial law, Asif claims

Claims Bajwa was seeking an extension

Updated 15 Aug, 2024 11:17pm

Pakistan

PTI to stay out of power, banned when institutions decide, ministers say

Khwaja Asif says PTI is deluded to think of return to power

Published 01 Aug, 2024 03:06pm

Pakistan

Khawaja Asif slams campaign against CJP Qazi Faez Isa

He added that there is an attempt to silence a powerful voice in the judiciary

Updated 29 Jul, 2024 05:59pm

Pakistan

Khawaja Asif warns of ‘constitutional meltdown’, says elections could be annulled

He clarified that he was not referring to a possible military takeover

Published 19 Jul, 2024 12:04am

Pakistan

Govt will decide on Monday whether to challenge reserved seats decision: Asif

Defence minister says federal government will consult allies on Supreme Court decision

Updated 13 Jul, 2024 08:44pm

Pakistan

Imran Khan’s release poses no threat to government, says Defence Minister Asif

Cites if PTI wants to talk to establishment they can

Published 29 Jun, 2024 09:47pm

Pakistan

Azm-e-Istehkam can target terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan: Khawaja Asif

Asif added that such targeting will not violate international law

Published 27 Jun, 2024 10:11pm