- Vawda says the May 9 perpetrators will also face consequences.
- Nation to face the effects of Bajwa and Hamid’s actions: Asif.
- Tarar says Hamid crossed red lines and interfered politically.
Political leaders belonging to the ruling alliance have reacted to the conviction of former Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) chief Faiz Hamid, who was sentenced to 14 years of rigorous imprisonment by the Field General Court Martial (FGCM).
According to Inter-Services Public Relations, Hamid was prosecuted under the provisions of the Pakistan Army Act on four charges related to participation in political activities, violation of the Official Secrets Act, prejudicial to the security and interests of the state, misuse of authority and government resources and causing wrongful loss to persons.
The ISPR added that Hamid was found guilty on all charges and sentenced to 14 years of rigorous imprisonment by the court, which was announced on December 11, 2025.
‘Pakistan will reap from previous decisions’
Defense Minister Khawaja Asif said the nation will face the consequences of decisions taken under former army chief General (retd) Qamar Javed Bajwa and the former spymaster.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Asif wrote: “The country will continue to reap the seeds sown by Faiz Hamid and General [retd] Bajwa for years.”
“May God forgive us. May the rulers recognize that authority is a divine trust and use it for the welfare of His creation. May the fear of God guide the rulers. Ameen.”
‘No one is bigger than Pakistan’
Separate speech to Pakinomist newsSenator Faisal Vawda said the verdict marks “only the beginning”, adding that the May 9-related cases are expected to move forward next.
Vawda said that if a former senior army officer can be brought to justice in the May 9 cases, “you can imagine the fate of the real perpetrators” involved in the violence.
He said that a foundation has now been laid for a system of accountability and justice in the country and stressed that “no one is bigger than Pakistan.”
The senator said the retired general had caused damage to the country, its institutions, politics and judiciary through abuse of authority.
‘Historic and landmark decision’
Federal Minister of Information Atta Tarar while speaking with Pakinomist newsdescribed the verdict as a “historic” and “landmark” decision and said the decision strengthens the rule of law and accountability mechanisms in Pakistan.
Tarar said red lines had been crossed and political interference had taken place. He said the former ISI chief had served as a political adviser to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and had given the party “full political support.”
The information minister said the decision would strengthen the rule of law and the country’s accountability mechanisms
He added that the trial was fair, saying Hamid was given full opportunity to defend himself, including the chance to present evidence and witnesses in his favor.
Tarar further revealed that investigations into Faiz Hamid’s alleged involvement in political affairs were still ongoing and would continue.
