Lal Masjid cleric and wife have been booked on terrorism charges. Maulana Abdul Aziz, the former cleric of Lal Masjid, and his wife find themselves entangled in legal proceedings after delivering contentious speeches.
Lal Masjid cleric and wife booked on terrorism charges
The couple faces charges under terrorism laws, including the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA), as reported by local media outlets.
The Allegations
Following a complaint by Constable Javaid Anjum, a case was registered against Maulana Abdul Aziz for his scathing critique of the armed forces during a sermon at Lal Masjid.
The First Information Report (FIR) suggests that Aziz propagated disparaging remarks against the military and governmental authorities, citing religious grounds.
These comments were purportedly disseminated through social media channels, exacerbating their reach and impact.
Moreover, Aziz stands accused of eulogizing the banned terrorist organization Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and advocating for violent insurgency.
The FIR contends that his rhetoric aimed to undermine the morale of the armed forces, potentially inciting mutiny and instilling widespread fear within the populace and law enforcement agencies.
Additional Legal Ramifications
In a separate case, Aziz’s wife, Umme Hassan, faces charges for her alleged threats against the police and capital administration.
Her objections extend to cultural and musical events in Islamabad, regardless of official permissions.
Previous Incidents Cited
The legal action also references Aziz’s prior possession of weapons and a documented history of anti-state rhetoric, suggesting a pattern of behavior that authorities deem threatening to public safety and national security.
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As legal proceedings unfold, Maulana Abdul Aziz and Umme Hassan confront serious charges that underscore the government’s firm stance against incendiary speech and actions perceived to endanger public order and national stability.
