Abdullah Esquire

The author is a student of common law and politics in the EU.

Did the PTI’s protest against Qazi Faez Isa in London break English law?

In London, PTI supporters protesting against former Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa may have breached English law on harassment and criminal damage. Legal implications hinge on whether actions, like allegedly striking Isa’s car, could be considered reckless or intimidating under UK statutes.

A file photo is shown of PTI London members obstructing the retired Chief Justice of Pakistan, Qazi Faez Isa's, escort vehicle. — X/@SHAYANA2307
A combined file photo is shown of Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa (L) and former Islamabad High Court senior justice Shaukat Aziz Siddiqui. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES

Good to see you off, Mr Bandial

A theatrical exit for Mr Bandial leaves little to the imagination in terms of the egregious legacy the former Chief Justice has left behind.

An illustration is shown of outgoing Supreme Court Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES

Public vandalism and criminal prosecution

The Criminal Damage Act 1971 states that the penalty for offences, such as graffiti, carry up to 10 years in prison, or a fine of up to £5k.

A file photo is shown of graffiti in Westminster.

The reality of Dr Shahbaz Gill

Former PM Khan's Special Assistant is 'incapable of teaching', say his past students at the University of Illinois.

An illustration surrounds a file photo of former PTI spokesman Dr Shahbaz Gill. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
A file photo shows Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

The ISI’s Love Affair with Swiss Banks

Leaked documents from Credit Suisse show that General Akhtar pocketed millions of U.S. dollars sourced from the CIA in the 80s.

An illustration shows General Akhtar Abdur Rahman Khan (C) with his sons. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
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