ISLAMABAD: Opposition Leader Omar Ayub Khan strongly opposed the trial of civilians in military courts, calling the process fundamentally flawed.

Speaking to journalists at the Parliament House, Khan emphasized that civilians should not be held in military custody, arguing that such a practice is unjust. Khan also addressed concerns regarding the legal fees paid by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for its lawyers. He dismissed any external criticism, stating that it was not a matter for others to be concerned with. He clarified that only one or two professional lawyers had been compensated for their services, while others, including prominent lawyer Salman Akram Raja, were representing PTI on a voluntary basis. Additionally, Khan mentioned that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur would also take part in the ongoing political negotiations. The discussions are part of PTI’s broader efforts to engage with the government on various issues, including the political reconciliation process. The remarks reflect the opposition’s stance on the use of military courts for civilian trials, a contentious issue in Pakistan’s political landscape.