No one would be allowed to take law into own hands: ISPR: May 09 a 'black chapter'.

ISLAMABAD: The Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media wing of Pakistan Army, has labeled the events that unfolded on May 9 as a "black chapter" in the country's history.

According to a statement issued in Urdu on Wednesday, the ISPR referred to the protests that took place following the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan, asserting that the demonstrations specifically targeted army property and installations.

In a strongly-worded statement, the military's media wing emphasised that no one would be allowed to take the law into their own hands. The arrest of Imran Khan from the Islamabad High Court was justified by the ISPR, citing the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) statement and the law.

However, the ISPR highlighted that the aftermath of Imran Khan's arrest witnessed a wave of attacks on the army's properties and installations, accompanied by anti-army slogans being raised. The ISPR condemned these actions and expressed its concerns regarding the tactics employed by certain elements within the protesting groups.

The ISPR statement criticised the protesters, describing their actions as an attempt to manipulate the nation's sentiments for their own limited and selfish objectives. The military media wing further accused them of deceiving the people by simultaneously highlighting the importance of the army.

"This is an example of hypocrisy," the ISPR stated, denouncing the contradicting stance taken by those involved in the protests. It emphasised the significance of maintaining law and order, highlighting the need to respect the institutions of the country.

"One group wearing a political cloak, driven by its lust for power, has accomplished what the eternal enemies of the country could not do in 75 years," the ISPR said.

The statement went on to add that the army has demonstrated extreme tolerance, patience, and restraint and has worked with utmost patience and endurance in the best interests of the country, without even considering their own reputation.

"As per strategy, a situation was created to use the army's response for nefarious political purposes which was thwarted by the army's vigilant response," it said.

"We are well aware that behind this, there were some orders, instructions, and complete planning of some nefarious leaders of the party."

The ISPR stated that those who were involved in facilitating, planning and political instigation have been identified, and strict action will be taken...