Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, without naming Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, said that politics has ended for individuals who crossed red lines.
Talal Chaudhry said while speaking on the private media channel that most of the decisions of the incarcerated PTI founder were based on the advice of former Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) chief Faiz Hameed.
Earlier, the Field General Court Martial (FGCM) sentenced the ex spymaster for 14 years in jail for his involvement in politics, violating the official secret act, and misusing authority to gain advantages from politicians and other individuals.
Talal Chaudhry stated that the former ISI chief is in jail because he crossed the red line.
Minister of state for interior also praised his political party, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), as saying that the party faced military dictatorship and political dictatorship during Imran Khan’s tenure.
PTI was in power after winning the 2018 elections, and in 2024, through a no-confidence motion, Imran Khan was removed from his position as prime minister.
However, Talal Chaudhry concluded that, “our focus is on improving people’s lives and ending terrorism.”
Also Read, Faiz Hameed sentenced to 14 years by military court
Former Lt Gen Faiz Hameed has been sentenced to 14 years rigorous imprisonment after a Field General Court Martial found him guilty on multiple charges including political interference, misuse of authority, and violation of the Official Secrets Act.
The process of Field General Court Martial was initiated against Mr. Faiz Hameed on August 12, 2024. The process was started under provisions of Pakistan Army Act spreading over 15 months, according to ISPR.
The accused Faiz Hameed was tried on four charges which related to violation of Official Secret Act detrimental to safety and interest of the State, engaging in political activities, misuse of government and authority resources and causing wrongful loss to individuals.
After laborious and lengthy legal proceedings, Faiz Hameed was found guilty on all charges. The court has decided to sentence him to 14 years of rigorous imprisonment. The decision came on 11 December 2025.
The accused was afforded the defence of his choice with all his legal rights. All legal provisions were complied with. The convicted individual will have the right to appeal at relevant forum.
The involvement of convict in inciting political instabily and agitation by being in cohorts with political elements is being dealth with separately.
