In Lahore, Rana Sanaullah, a leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and former interior minister, made an announcement on Tuesday. He stated that party chief Nawaz Sharif is scheduled to address a public gathering at Minar-e-Pakistan at 6pm on October 21, immediately upon his arrival in the country on the same day. Rana Sanaullah mentioned that Nawaz Sharif's arrival in Lahore is expected at 5:30pm on October 21.
He emphasized that Nawaz is returning to lead the party in response to the PML-N's request, stating that the nation requires an experienced leader to navigate the current challenges.
Addressing speculations about any political deals, Sanaullah clarified that Nawaz Sharif is neither returning nor departing under the terms of any agreement.
While addressing speculations pertaining to a deal, Sanaullah maintained that Nawaz "neither went under the deal nor is coming back under any deal".
He also revealed that Nawaz's legal team has completed preparations to request protective bail from the court ahead of his arrival.