Gandapur Claims Naqvi Dared to Speak to Field Marshal Asim Munir for Imran Khan

In a surprising political twist on Monday, February 16, 2026, former Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur claimed that Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has been the most active figure working behind the scenes to secure the release of PTI founder Imran Khan.

Speaking on Nadeem Malik Live, Gandapur offered a rare acknowledgment of Naqvi’s role, despite the intense historical friction between the PTI and the Interior Minister.

Key Claims from Gandapur’s Interview

Gandapur’s statements suggest a complex back-channel diplomatic effort involving the highest levels of Pakistan’s civil and military leadership.

• The “Field Marshal” Conversation: Gandapur claimed that Mohsin Naqvi is the only individual who “dared” to discuss Imran Khan’s release directly with Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir (who was recently elevated to the rank of Field Marshal and appointed as the first Chief of Defence Forces in late 2025).
• Vigorous Efforts: Gandapur asserted, “No one else made the same level of effort… Mohsin Naqvi made vigorous efforts to resolve the issue.”
• Internal PTI Friction: He admitted that while the PTI (including himself and Imran Khan) had been angry with Naqvi for his previous treatment of the party, he now felt it necessary to publicly acknowledge Naqvi’s recent attempts to find a resolution.
• No Current Contact: Despite these claims, Gandapur clarified that he is no longer in active contact with Naqvi and currently holds no official position to negotiate.

Political Context: A Shift in Dynamics?

This revelation comes at a highly sensitive time for the PTI:

1. Imran Khan’s Health: The claims follow reports of Khan’s deteriorating eyesight (Central Retinal Vein Occlusion) and the ongoing TTAP sit-in at Parliament House.
2. The “Field Marshal” Rank: The mention of Asim Munir as Field Marshal reflects the recent structural changes in the Pakistani military hierarchy (incumbent as COAS and the new CDF role since December 4, 2025).
3. Naqvi’s Denial: Interestingly, following this interview, Interior Minister Naqvi criticized the “politicization” of the matter on Tuesday, urging the public to rely on verified medical reports rather than “political propaganda.”

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