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Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Video shows PTI march in Italy, not demonstration in UK over Pakistan army chief's visit
The video, showing a crowd of people bearing PTI flags marching along a road, was posted on X on February 20, 2025. "Pakistanis protest Asim Munir's visit to London. There is a lot of anger among Pakistanis around the world over the ongoing human rights violations in Pakistan," reads the Urdu-language caption of the video, which was viewed more than 131,000 times. General Syed Asim Munir is Pakistan's military chief, a position long considered the real power in the nuclear-armed Islamic nation of 250 million people. The video circulated as Munir wrapped up a visit to the United Kingdom, where he attended the 7th Regional Stabilisation Conference at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (archived link). The video was also shared as jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's popularity continues to undermine the shaky coalition government that kept his PTI party from power in elections in February 2024 (archived link). Khan, who was ousted as prime minister in 2022 and has been jailed since August 2023, was barred from standing in the polls and his PTI party was hamstrung by a widespread crackdown. Nonetheless, candidates loyal to Khan won more seats than any other party but a coalition led by two former rival parties considered allies of the military shut them out of power (archived link). The video was also shared in similar posts claiming it showed a protest in London on Facebook here, here and here. While PTI supporters in London staged a protest during Munir's visit, the clip circulating online shows a different demonstration held in Italy months earlier (archived here and here). Reverse image and keyword searches led to the same footage posted on Facebook by PTI's Punjab chapter on November 25, 2024 (archived link). Its description reads: "A Huge protest was demonstrated by PTI Italy in Brescia, Pakistan's (sic) from all over Italy joined and showed support for Imran Khan and voiced against worst human rights abuses in Pakistan." At the time, convoys of Khan supporters marched on Islamabad to join protests over his incarceration after a day of deadly confrontations between marchers and security forces (archived link). Overseas Pakistanis also responded to the call for protests in dozens of countries, including Italy, according to the PTI (archived link). The falsely shared footage matches Google Street View imagery from Brescia's Via Cefalonia (archived link). Pakistani fact-checking organisation Soch Fact Check also debunked the false claim (archived link).
AFP
08-04-2025
- Politics
- AFP
Video shows PTI march in Italy, not demonstration in UK over Pakistan army chief's visit
The video, showing a crowd of people bearing PTI flags marching along a road, was posted on X on February 20, 2025. "Pakistanis protest Asim Munir's visit to London. There is a lot of anger among Pakistanis around the world over the ongoing human rights violations in Pakistan," reads the Urdu-language caption of the video, which was viewed more than 131,000 times. General Syed Asim Munir is Pakistan's military chief, a position long considered the real power in the nuclear-armed Islamic nation of 250 million people. circulated as Munir wrapped up a visit to the United Kingdom, where he attended the 7th Regional Stabilisation Conference at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (archived link). Image Screenshot of the false X post, captured on April 7, 2025 The video was also shared as jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's popularity continues to undermine the shaky coalition government that kept his PTI party from power in elections in February 2024 (archived link). Khan, who was ousted as prime minister in 2022 and has been jailed since August 2023, was barred from standing in the polls and his PTI party was hamstrung by a widespread crackdown. Nonetheless, candidates loyal to Khan won more seats than any other party but a coalition led by two former rival parties considered allies of the military shut them out of power (archived link). The video was also shared in similar posts claiming it showed a protest in London on Facebook here, here and here. While PTI supporters in London staged a protest during Munir's visit, the clip circulating online shows a different demonstration held in Italy months earlier (archived here and here). PTI protest in Brescia Reverse image and keyword searches led to the same footage posted on Facebook by PTI's Punjab chapter on November 25, 2024 (archived link). : "A Huge protest was demonstrated by PTI Italy in Brescia, Pakistan's (sic) from all over Italy joined and showed support for Imran Khan and voiced against worst human rights abuses in Pakistan." Image Screenshot comparison of the falsely shared video (left) and the footage from November 2024 (right) At the time, convoys of Khan supporters marched on Islamabad to join protests over his incarceration after a day of deadly confrontations between marchers and security forces (archived link). Overseas Pakistanis also responded to the call for protests in dozens of countries, including Italy, according to the PTI (archived link). The falsely shared footage matches Google Street View imagery from Brescia's Via Cefalonia (archived link). Image Screenshot comparison of the falsely shared video (left) and Google Street View imagery from Brescia (right) Pakistani fact-checking organisation Soch Fact Check also debunked the false claim (archived link).
Express Tribune
21-02-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
COAS visits Warminster, Larkhill garrisons
COAS Gen Syed Asim Munir is being briefed by British army officers during his visit to Warminster and Larkhill garrisons. Photo: PPI Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir had a field visit to Warminster and Larkhill Garrisons on the invitation of General Roland Walker, CGS UK Army. The COAS was briefed on the modernisation plan of the British Army and Deep Recce Strike Brigade, said an ISPR news release. The British Army also showcased niche technologies including AI and uncrewed systems during the visit. The army chief during his visit to the UK had marked his attendance at the 7th Regional Stabilisation Conference at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst.
Express Tribune
21-02-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
General Asim Munir visits UK's Warminster and Larkhill garrisons
Listen to article Army Chief, General Asim Munir, visited the Warminster and Larkhill garrisons in the United Kingdom as part of his official tour. The visit was made at the invitation of the British Army Chief, General Sir Roland Walker. During the visit, General Munir was briefed on several projects, including those related to the British Army and the Deep Recce Strike Brigade. The Army Chief was also given a detailed demonstration of new military technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), which are being developed for future military operations. The visit comes shortly after General Munir's participation in the 7th Regional Stability Conference held at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the UK, where he further engaged in discussions about global military strategy and stability. Few days ago, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir arrived in the United Kingdom for an official visit to attend the 7th Regional Stabilisation Conference at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. The conference, a key platform for Pakistan-UK military dialogue, brings together senior policymakers, military officials, and experts from both countries to discuss regional security dynamics. The army chief will deliver a keynote address on 'The Emerging World Order and Pakistan's Future Outlook', outlining Islamabad's perspective on evolving global and regional challenges. Upon arrival, the army chief received a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the historic Royal Horse Guards Parade Ground, underscoring the importance of Pakistan-UK defence ties. During his visit, the army chief will hold high-level meetings with British officials, including Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the UK's Chief of Defence Staff, and General Sir Roland Walker, the British Army's Chief of the General Staff. Discussions will cover strategic cooperation, counterterrorism efforts, and regional security. The army chief will also meet UK National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, focusing on bilateral security cooperation and shared challenges. Pakistan and the UK share a long-standing defence relationship, with joint counterterrorism training, military exchanges, and strategic dialogues playing a key role in bilateral ties. As part of his visit, the army chief will tour British military units, including the Land Warfare Centre and the 1st Strike Brigade, where he will receive briefings on the UK's military modernisation efforts.
Express Tribune
21-02-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Tarar slams campaign against COAS UK visit
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Thursday threatened legal action against those protesting and running social media campaigns against Chief of Army Staff Gen Asim Munir's (COAS) visit to the United Kingdom. Gen Munir's official visit marked his attendance at the 7th Regional Stabilisation Conference at the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, where he delivered keynote address on "The Emerging World Order and Pakistan's Future Outlook." The Regional Stabilisation Conference is an annual platform that facilitates army-to-army dialogue between Pakistan and the UK, with participation from civil and military policymakers as well as key think-tanks from both countries. Tarar said the entire world recognizes the professional capabilities of the Pakistan Army, including its officers and cadets. However, it seems that the tribute and honor given to the Army chief have unsettled the "Tehreek-e-Inteshar." "It is similar to how they are stunned by Pakistan's progress under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif," he added. He emphasized that the law will take its course, and action will be taken against those harming Pakistan's national interests. Tarar stated that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is visibly disturbed by the recognition and respect accorded to Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir during his visit to the United Kingdom at the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. During the visit, a guard of honor was presented to the Army Chief, and Pakistan's national anthem was played by the Royal Band at Sandhurstan event that, according to Tarar, further elevated Pakistan's global standing. Speaking to the media, the minister said that the people of Pakistan had reaffirmed their respect for the country and its armed forces by rejecting PTI's social media campaign against them. "This same group of miscreants also attempted to disrupt the flow of remittances through social media, but overseas Pakistanis, being responsible citizens, continued to support the country and express their loyalty," he said. Tarar accused the PTI founder of masterminding every anti-Pakistan move and working against national interests. He alleged that a group of miscreants targeted military installations, burned Jinnah House in Lahore, and even desecrated memorials of martyrs who sacrificed their lives for Pakistan's security. He further claimed that video evidence exists proving PTI's involvement in the May 9 incidents. "When they tried to attack Pakistan's defense, they were essentially fulfilling the enemy's dreaman enemy that has never dared to attack Pakistan in this manner," he remarked. Referring to the PTI founder's past statements, Tarar alleged that he facilitated the return of terrorists to Pakistan. "He openly supported terrorists, as seen in his speeches on international media, where he referred to them as 'good people' and talked about bringing them back to resettle in Pakistan," the minister said. "Would it not be correct to say that the current terrorism issues stem from the PTI founder, who altered state policy to resettle these individuals?" Tarar questioned.
