"My only regret is trusting General Bajwa": Imran Khan

Imprisoned Pakistan TehreekeInsaf PTI founder Imran Khan expressed his deepest regret over trusting former army chief General retd Qamar Javed Bajwa while in power Dawn reported Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan blamed Bajwa for allegedly orchestrating his imprisonment and criticised Pakistans political and military leadershipMy only regret is trusting General Bajwa Imran lamented accusing him of creating lies and false narratives to secure a second extension as the military head Imrans allegations against Bajwa were detailed suggesting a meticulous plan by the former army chiefI am certain that this ordeal was orchestrated by General Bajwa I hold no one else responsible He meticulously planned and executed this scheme presenting himself as a deceitful figure creating lies and false narratives to cause national and international chaos all to secure his extension Imran emphasised as reported by DawnThe former premiers sentiments towards Bajwa evolved over time While he initially approved an extension for Bajwa in 2019 Imran later admitted to Bol News in 2022 that it was a mistake Imran cited Bajwas failure to understand the impact of his actions on democracy and PakistanWhen questioned about US involvement in his removal from office Imran shifted the blame solely to Bajwa General Bajwa singlehandedly spread stories about me to countries like the US painting me as antiAmerican or uninterested in good relations with them he allegedImrans criticism of Bajwa extended to his leadership style describing him as unpredictable and driven by personal greed His insatiable thirst for power rendered him unpredictable Imran remarked portraying Bajwas actions as those of a bull in a china shop according to the Dawn reportThroughout the interview Imran emphasised his commitment to the rule of law in Pakistan and maintained that his imprisonment was unjust He claimed to have consistently fought for democracy and justice suggesting that his incarceration was a result of political vendettas orchestrated by BajwaImrans views on the legitimacy of the current government reflected his ongoing political stance He adamantly refused to recognise the government citing alleged election rigging and violenceImrans message to the world resonated with his steadfast commitment to democracy and the people of Pakistan This is not just about Imran Khan This is an attack on democracy and the right to selfdetermination of 250 million people he declared highlighting the alleged suppression of PTI members and the trust deficit between the ruling elite and the peopleDespite his imprisonment Imran remained resolute in his principles asserting that his popularity stemmed from his honesty and integrity They know no amount of money can buy or change me he affirmed maintaining his unwavering dedication to the Pakistani people Dawn reportedThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever