Pakistani officials will have to be careful about undue interference in Pakistani internal matters under the pretext of this recent tragedy, especially insinuations that Pakistani investigators somehow may not be capable to deal with this crime.
Not that Islamabad is taking any of this interference lightly. Pakistan has refused to allow election observers from the Commonwealth into the country due to this British organization’s arrogant bullying and interference in domestic Pakistani affairs.
At the same time, Pakistan’s security and stability must come above anything else for all Pakistanis. This column might sound harsh to some, considering the occasion. But this ‘background blunt talk’ is necessary because of the enormity of this tragedy. Pakistan has not only lost a leading and charismatic politician, we have also received a severe blow to our stability.
As for the terrorists behind this cowardly assassination, we have a battle with Al Qaeda to fight, and a battle with whomever is exploiting the situation in Afghanistan to destabilize Pakistan. Differences of political opinion among Pakistanis should not turn violent. As a vibrant nation, we thrive on our diversity.
Like millions of Pakistanis today, I join the family of the slain former Prime Minister of my country in their, and Pakistan’s, hour of grief.
Mr. Quraishi is a Pakistani political commentator. He hosts a talk show on PTV Network. He can be reached at aq@ahmedquraishi.com
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