Nawaz Sharif, the former Prime Minister and leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), emphasized that Pakistan's progress hinges on bringing to justice all those involved in the 2017 conspiracy against his government.
He made this statement during a meeting in London with his brother Shahbaz Sharif, former Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, daughter Maryam Nawaz, and other party leaders. Nawaz Sharif described the 2017 conspiracy as detrimental to Pakistan, accusing those involved of being "swindlers."
He singled out key figures, including former army chief General Bajwa, ex-ISI chief Gen Faiz Hameed, former chief justice Saqib Nisar, Justice Asif Saeed Khosa, Justice Azmat Saeed, and Justice Ijazul Ahsan, as "criminals of Pakistan."
This assertion by the three-time prime minister has added complexity to Pakistan's political landscape, sparking discussions about its legal and political implications. Meanwhile, the PML-N leadership has remained silent about the reasons behind Shehbaz Sharif's sudden departure to London shortly after his return to Pakistan.
Speculation about a potential change in Nawaz Sharif's travel plans has arisen due to this unexpected move, leaving many both within and outside the party questioning the true purpose of the unscheduled meeting. Party leaders in Lahore have sought to dispel rumors by affirming that Nawaz Sharif's planned return to Pakistan on October 21 remains unchanged, with preparations to welcome him proceeding as scheduled.
Nevertheless, some party insiders have raised concerns and speculations about Shehbaz Sharif's swift return to London, suggesting it may be linked to conveying messages from influential entities within Pakistan's power structure or related to the PML-N's legal strategy, possibly seeking court relief in light of a new chief justice and potential reconciliation with the establishment.
Additionally, there have been rumors of former PML-N members considering the formation of a new political party, further complicating the dynamics within the party.