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Express Tribune
7 hours ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
UK-Pakistani leaders urged to counter stereotypes
The British elected councillors and mayors across the party line have appreciated the Pakistan High Commission (PHC) for gathering community leadership, enabling them to connect with their colleagues and peers from across the UK. The PHC in London hosted a convention of Pakistani-origin British Councilors, which was attended by delegates from across the UK, representing all the political parties in the United Kingdom, said a message received here on Sunday. More than 200 councilors, mayors, deputy mayors and leaders of the councils from Greater London to Midlands, Manchester, Bradford, Birmingham and Glasgow, participated in the event. Speaking on the occasion, Pakistan High Commissioner Dr Mohammad Faisal praised British-Pakistani leaders for their vital role in strengthening democracy, fostering multiculturalism, and serving as a bridge between the UK and Pakistan. The high commissioner emphasised on projecting the achievements of British-Pakistani women. "The strength of our nation abroad is reflected in the dignity, unity, and contributions of our diaspora," he stated. "When you rise, Pakistan rises with you." Faisal condemned attempts to stigmatise the Pakistani community based on isolated incidents, urging leaders to actively counter negative stereotypes by amplifying success stories in education, business, healthcare, and public service. He called on the community to empower women and youth, preserve cultural heritage, and explore opportunities in Pakistan's growing economy.
Malay Mail
02-07-2025
- Malay Mail
In Sepang, farmer pleads not guilty to posting offensive comments on Facebook
SEPANG, July 2 — A farmer pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of posting offensive comments on Facebook in February this year. Mohammad Faisal Mohd Yusof, 37, entered the plea when the charge was read before Judge Ahmad Fuad Othman. He was charged with knowingly posting and initiating the transmission of offensive comments via the Facebook account 'Mohd Faisal Yusop' with intent to annoy others. The post was allegedly uploaded at 12.40 am on Feb 9 and came to the attention of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) at around 1.40 pm the same day at MCMC Tower 1, Jalan Impact, Cyber 6, Cyberjaya. The charge, framed under Section 233 (1) (a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and punishable under Section 233 (3) of the law, provides a maximum fine of RM50,000 or imprisonment for up to one year or both, upon conviction. MCMC deputy public prosecutor Fadhli Ab Wahab proposed bail of RM15,000 with one surety, citing the accused's failure to attend the case mention on April 30, which resulted in a warrant of arrest being issued. However, the single father, who is unrepresented, pleaded for a lower bail amount, saying he had no fixed income and was supporting three children as well as his parents. Judge Ahmad Fuad Othman set bail at RM7,000 with one surety, and fixed Aug 8 for mention. — Bernama
Malay Mail
02-07-2025
- Malay Mail
Farmer pleads not guilty to posting offensive comments on Facebook
SEPANG, July 2 — A farmer pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of posting offensive comments on Facebook in February this year. Mohammad Faisal Mohd Yusof, 37, entered the plea when the charge was read before Judge Ahmad Fuad Othman. He was charged with knowingly posting and initiating the transmission of offensive comments via the Facebook account 'Mohd Faisal Yusop' with intent to annoy others. The post was allegedly uploaded at 12.40 am on Feb 9 and came to the attention of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) at around 1.40 pm the same day at MCMC Tower 1, Jalan Impact, Cyber 6, Cyberjaya. The charge, framed under Section 233 (1) (a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and punishable under Section 233 (3) of the law, provides a maximum fine of RM50,000 or imprisonment for up to one year or both, upon conviction. MCMC deputy public prosecutor Fadhli Ab Wahab proposed bail of RM15,000 with one surety, citing the accused's failure to attend the case mention on April 30, which resulted in a warrant of arrest being issued. However, the single father, who is unrepresented, pleaded for a lower bail amount, saying he had no fixed income and was supporting three children as well as his parents. Judge Ahmad Fuad Othman set bail at RM7,000 with one surety, and fixed Aug 8 for mention. — Bernama
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Video: Pak diplomat left red-faced by journalist Yalda Hakim over Pahalgam terror probe, netizens say 'she cooked him'
Sky News journalist shut down Pakistani diplomat Mohammad Faisal in an interview that has gone viral on social media. The diplomat, while speaking about heightened India-Pakistan tensions after the Pahalgam attack, claimed that Pakistan wanted an international probe. The journalist then mentioned Uri, Pulwama and several other terror attacks after which Pakistan failed to show up for an investigation. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Yalda Hakim shuts down Pak minister Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Pakistan's UK high commissioner Mohammad Faisal faced an embarrassing moment during an interview with Sky News journalist Yalda Hakim when he was discussing India-Pakistan tensions . The diplomat was left stumped in a television interview when he said "Pakistan wanted an internal investigation and is ready to join the investigation" in the aftermath of the deadly Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir which claimed 26 journalist then pointed to several instances when after several brutal terror attacks in India, backed by Pakistan, the neighbour country did not show up for an investigation, leaving the diplomat red-faced."In 2001, Indian Parliament was attacked and Pakistan was invited for an investigation. In 2008, Mumbai attacks took place and the finger of blame was pointed to Pakistan. It was called on for investigation. In 2016 and 2019, Pakistan was invited for an investigation during Uri and Pulwama attacks. At all these junctures, Pakistan may have co-operated on surface and but it didn't do anything to stop these terror groups from flourishing in the country," Hakim said, fact-checking the piercing questions left Faisal visibly unsettled as he struggled to defend his country's misleading claims, dismantling Pakistan's false narrative with facts. This comes after Pakistani Defence Minister's Khawaja Asif embarassing interview with Hakim where he ended up admitting to terror quickly reacted to the video and one of them commented, "She ate him." "Where can i watch the full interview. She seems like proper journalist asking questions instead of riling up emotions," asked another."What's the name of the interviewer? She is doing great work..," wrote a third user. "she cooked him so bad," quipped another citizen.A few days earlier, Pakistan I&B minister Attaullah Tarar was left speechless in an interview with Yalda Hakim after India struck Pakistan and PoK under Operation Sindoor to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack. Tarar claimed that Pakistan did not have terrorist camps, a brazen statement which was immediately fact-checked by Sky News anchor Yalda Hakim, who pointed out Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's recent admission on her earlier show that his country has been doing this 'dirty work" for the United States for three decades.'Let me make it very clear, there are no terrorist camps in Pakistan. Pakistan is a victim of terrorism. We are the frontline state against terrorism. India on the other hand, when we had the Jafar Express hijacking, India did not even condemn it," Tarar claimed on the show.'Pakistan is a victim of terrorism. We are fighting terrorists in our western region. There are no terrorist camps in Pakistan. We have lost 19,000 lives in this fight. India didn't even condemn the Jaffar Express hacking incident. India is sponsoring terrorism by assassinating Sikhs abroad. We caught Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav," the minister interjected, pointing to Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's recent admission on her earlier show about his country doing "dirty work" of sponsoring terrorism for the United States for three Hakim didn't buy the narrative. She sharply added, 'Can I remind you, just a week ago on my show, your own Defence Minister Khawaja Asif admitted that Pakistan supported and funded terror groups as proxies for over a decade.'She continued, 'In 2018, even the United States cut military aid to Pakistan accusing it of playing a double game. Your own leaders—including General Pervez Musharraf, Benazir Bhutto, and even Bilawal Bhutto—have said Pakistan supported terrorist groups.'Yalda Hakim further cornered the minister with global facts, she said, 'We also know Osama bin Laden was found and killed in Abbottabad, inside Pakistan. I've been to Pakistan—I know"The fiery exchange has gone viral online, with many calling it a perfect example of Pakistan being caught lying about its terror links. The anchor's calm but firm rebuttal exposed how Pakistan continues to deny facts already accepted by its own top leaders.
Arab News
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
London police arrest man for pelting stones at Pakistan high commission, official says
ISLAMABAD: Police have arrested a man for pelting stones and throwing 'saffron-colored paint' at the Pakistan high commission in London, the top Pakistani diplomat in the United Kingdom (UK) said on Sunday, amid heightened tensions between Pakistan and India. The London police have not revealed the identity of the suspect, but scores of Indian nationals last week gathered outside the Pakistani high commission in London to protest over an April 22 attack in Indian-administered Kashmir that killed 26 tourists. New Delhi accused Pakistan of orchestrating the attack in the Pahalgam resort town. Islamabad has denied involvement and says it is ready to take part in a credible and transparent investigation into the attack. 'This morning [Apr. 27], at around 4-4:30am, a man came here and pelted stones [at the Pakistani high commission]. These are white stones, which are quite big and are not found here. He brought it from somewhere else. He had a bag and he [threw] this saffron-colored paint, this is like a paint, which you can see, this hit our logo and wall, and several [window] glasses were broken,' Pakistan's High Commissioner Mohammad Faisal said. 'Police came and arrested that man. Now that man is in police custody, they are not telling us his nationality and identification details.' In India, saffron is considered a sacred color, primarily associated with Hinduism, and is prominently featured in the national flag, where it represents strength and courage. A number of protesters, who gathered outside the Pakistan high commission, were seen wearing saffron-colored clothes. On Sunday, Pakistan's information minister, Attaullah Tarar, also accused Indian authorities of encouraging Indian nationals to 'attack' Pakistan's missions abroad, which he said was 'unfortunate.' New Delhi did not immediately responded to Tarar's statement. High Commissioner Faisal said they had taken up the matter with Britain's Foreign Office. 'This is a very big cause of concern for us as our security is at stake because, you know, our officials live on this street a little far from here,' he said. 'We will urge the British government to take action on this and punish the perpetrator behind this.' Pakistan and India have fought multiple wars, including two on Kashmir, since their independence from British rule in 1947. Both neighbors rule part of the Himalayan territory but claim it in full. New Delhi accuses Pakistan of supporting armed separatist militants in the Kashmir. Islamabad denies the allegations and says it supports the Kashmiri people diplomatically and politically. The Pahalgam attack marks a dramatic shift in separatist assaults in Indian-administered Kashmir, which typically target Indian security forces. In 2019, a suicide attack killed 41 Indian troops in Kashmir and triggered Indian air strikes inside Pakistan, bringing the countries to the brink of all-out war.
