ISLAMABAD: A defense source has told The News that the authorities are considering amendments to the Army Act to make some improvements in the existing legal system to effectively deal with some aspects arising out of situations like May 9. could
When asked about the proposed changes, the source said that these changes are being proposed to bring some improvements in the Army Act to bring it in line with the current environment.
When asked if there has been a change or relaxation in the policy of the military establishment towards the May 9 attackers and planners, the source said that the May 9 incident can be forgiven and not forgotten. .
He said that the May 9 attackers and planners will not be spared, the same determination expressed in the last session of the Corps Commanders’ Conference held in consultation.
A meeting of Corps Commanders was held this week in which the people involved in the events of May 9, the planners, the attackers and those who desecrated the memorials of the martyrs were determined to be brought to justice under the relevant provisions of the law and the constitution. was revealed.
The Corps Commanders’ Conference expressed concern over fake news and misinformation and said that some elements want to spread disillusionment among the people by spreading false news, such elements want to create division in the society.
Disappointment was expressed in the meeting that some vested interests in the media, especially on social media, defamed the armed forces without any evidence.
It was said in the meeting that the terrorists, facilitators and those who encourage them working on the instructions of the enemy forces will be dealt with with the full power of the state. The zealous people of Pakistan should remain united and adopt a positive attitude. Keep doing it and Pakistan Army will continue to play every possible role for stability, prosperity and security in the country.
During his speech in the House after being elected Prime Minister on March 3, Shahbaz Sharif offered a “compromise” to the opposition and also insisted that the May 9 attackers face consequences. will have.
The Prime Minister expressed regret that the unimaginable events in the country’s history took place on May 9, adding that the law will take its course and those responsible for the incident will face action.
When a former federal minister in the caretaker government was asked if there was any possibility of a relaxation of the state’s policy on the May 9 attackers after PTI’s surprise mandate in the February 8 elections, he said: “Nothing has changed, the state cannot afford to forget May 9 or forgive the planners and attackers of these events,” he said on condition of anonymity.