Nawaz says Iqama was used to end his rule

Sharif Reflects on Resilience Amid Challenges, Envisions Prosperous Future for Pakistan

Nawaz says Iqama was used to end his rule. In a candid conversation with Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) ticket aspirants, former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif opened up about the trials and tribulations he and his party have faced, emphasizing his commitment to the nation’s progress despite setbacks.

Recalling the prosperous era during the tenure of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, Sharif lamented the ‘accident’ that led to his disqualification, diverting the country from its path of development. Addressing the audience, he acknowledged that this was not the first time such challenges had arisen, pointing to previous incidents in 1993, 1999, and 2017 when he was ousted from power.

Asserting his resilience, Nawaz Sharif questioned who should be held accountable for the present crises in Pakistan and candidly admitted, “We shot ourselves in our foot.” Despite the hurdles, Sharif expressed a vision for a brighter future, highlighting the need for collective responsibility to overcome challenges.

During his discourse, the PML-N supremo drew attention to the economic landscape during his tenure, where inflation was low in 2014, and a roti was available for Rs2 in Aabpara, Islamabad. He lamented the current inflationary pressures, with the price of a roti having surged to Rs30.

Sharif passionately addressed the legal battles he and other PML-N leaders have faced, branding the cases against them as ‘fake.’ He proudly announced that the Islamabad High Court had overturned convictions in two cases after just three hearings, emphasizing the questionable nature of the allegations.

Expressing his bewilderment, Nawaz Sharif raised the question of why ‘fake cases’ were made against him, especially in a country where the elected prime minister could be overthrown by the decisions of ‘five judges.’ This rhetorical query aimed to underscore the need for a fair and transparent judicial system.

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In a recent turn of events, Nawaz Sharif, who returned to Pakistan from exile in October, found relief when the Islamabad High Court acquitted him in the Avenfield reference and Al-Azizia references. This development marks a significant chapter in Sharif’s legal battles and sets the stage for a potential political resurgence.

As Nawaz Sharif eyes a historic fourth term as prime minister, his resilience in the face of adversity and commitment to addressing the nation’s challenges could become a rallying point for his supporters, promising a future where Pakistan thrives despite the odds.