Islamabad: National Assembly (NA) adopted a resolution demanding speedy action against May 9 rioters under Army Act. The resolution was presented by Defence Minister Khawaja Asif demanding that action be taken against perpetrators of the May 9 events under the Army Act, while ensuring respect for human rights.

Text of the resolution stated that the group and its leaders had crossed all limits on May 9, launching attacks on military installations, causing irreparable damage to state institutions and the country. Therefore, the resolution demanded that action be taken against all such elements in accordance with the law and Constitution. It stated that there should be no delay of even day in taking action against culprits, adding that even party workers and leaders were distancing themselves from May 9 events.

The resolution stated that no violation of human rights took place during action taken against miscreants and criminals. The resolution mentioned that the military has the authority to take action in response to attacks on military installations worldwide and all individuals involved should be punished under the Pakistan Army Act of 1952 for their actions.

Published in The Daily National Courier, June, 13 2023

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