Former DG ISI Faiz Hameed: Ansar Abbasi Column today in Jang News

Columnist Ansar Abbasi

Today column of Ansar Abbasi in Jang news provides important details regarding the arrest of former DG ISI Lieutenant General (R) Faiz Hameed and his political connections.

According to the urdu column published in Jang newspaper, General Faiz Hameed had contacts with approximately 50 politicians, most of whom were associated with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Investigations are underway into his direct or indirect communications of General Faiz Hameed with Imran Khan.

Legal Restrictions on Army Officers after retirement

Under the Army Act, General Faiz Hameed was restricted from engaging in any political activity for five years following his retirement.

This condition was introduced after amendments to the Army Act in 2023, aimed at keeping officers in sensitive positions away from political matters.

Faiz Hameed Contacts with Imran Khan and Investigations

The Urdu Column of journalist Ansar Abbasi claims that General Faiz Hameed remained in contact with Imran Khan even after the events of May 9.

These communications were reportedly facilitated through a “prison network.” Military authorities had also warned him about his allegedly objectionable activities post-retirement.

Reaction from Imran Khan and PTI on Faiz Hameed Arrest

PTI and Imran Khan have distanced themselves from General Faiz’s arrest. Imran Khan’s legal team stated that this issue is an internal matter of the military and is unrelated to PTI.

Furthermore, Imran Khan suggested that if there are any doubts regarding the events of May 9, a judicial commission should be established, and CCTV footage should be made public.

Analysis of Faiz Hameed arrest

The arrest of ex-ISI chief General Faiz Hameed highlights a complex situation involving the legal restrictions on the activities of retired military officers and their potential connections with politics.

It reflects the strain in relations between political and military institutions, a recurring theme in Pakistan’s political landscape.

It also show the involvement of Pakistan Army officers in politics which is often denied by DG ISPR. This contradiction is destroying Pakistan.