Web Desk: Azaad Digital Chief Executive Officer Musawer Abbasi has accused Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) of using its social media platforms to spread what he described as baseless allegations and propaganda against the independent media organisation.
Speaking to journalists in Islamabad, Abbasi alleged that threats were being issued over drone footage and that social media accounts associated with JUI-F were targeting Azaad Digital through a coordinated campaign.
He maintained that the allegations circulating against the media outlet were unfounded and raised concerns about attempts to undermine its credibility.
Abbasi said the controversy stemmed from drone footage that had become the basis for alleged threats against the organisation.
According to the CEO, the footage was being used to justify criticism and intimidation directed at Azaad Digital.
He alleged that individuals associated with JUI-F were using the party’s platform to amplify accusations against the media organisation.
However, Abbasi did not provide further details in the statements supplied about the footage, the individuals allegedly responsible for the threats or the circumstances in which they were made.
Meanwhile, Abbasi accused social media accounts linked to JUI-F of conducting a campaign against Azaad Digital based on what he described as misleading and unsubstantiated claims.
He said the campaign was specifically targeting the organisation and attempting to damage its public standing.
Furthermore, Abbasi expressed concern that the allegations were being framed in a manner that raised questions about Pakistan’s integrity and national interests.
He rejected the accusations against Azaad Digital, maintaining that the organisation was being unfairly targeted.
The CEO’s remarks highlighted growing tensions between Azaad Digital and individuals allegedly associated with JUI-F.
Abbasi’s statements centred on what he described as threats, online propaganda and attempts to discredit the media platform.
However, the allegations against JUI-F have not been independently verified, and the information provided does not establish whether the party leadership authorised or participated in the alleged campaign.
JUI-F’s response to Abbasi’s accusations was not available in the material provided.
The dispute has brought renewed attention to allegations of online harassment and intimidation involving media organisations and political groups in Pakistan.
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