Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) UK chapter has removed a social media post featuring a video from a demonstration in Bradford, where provocative statements were made against the country’s military leadership. The party clarified on December 27, 2025, that it does not endorse any unlawful behavior and urged citizens to measure their remarks carefully. This step follows Pakistan’s formal demarche to the United Kingdom over the incident, highlighting concerns about threats issued from British soil.
The development underscores ongoing efforts to maintain responsible political discourse amid heightened frustrations over party founder Imran Khan’s imprisonment.
Key Highlights
- PTI UK deleted the December 23 post showing demonstrators outside the Pakistani consulate in Bradford making metaphorical remarks against military leadership.
- The party stated the removal was done “in an abundance of caution” to avoid misunderstandings, while emphasizing no endorsement of violence.
- Pakistan’s Foreign Office summoned Acting British High Commissioner Matt Cannell on December 26, issuing a demarche demanding identification, arrest, and prosecution of those involved.
- Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andarabi urged the UK to hold responsible elements accountable under its laws.
- UK authorities advised Pakistan to share evidence with British police for potential criminal investigation.
- PTI UK reiterated commitment to non-violence and rule of law, in line with Imran Khan’s guidance, while expressing concerns over his prison conditions.
Pakistan’s Diplomatic Response
The Foreign Office acted swiftly after the video surfaced, viewing the statements as incitement to violence against Pakistan’s civil and military leadership. Informed sources confirmed that the government formally requested UK action against individuals using its soil to issue direct threats.
🚨IMPORTANT🚨@UKPTIOfficial quietly deleted its X post after openly inciting violence and calling for the assassination of FM CDF Asim Munir, then pretended nothing had happened. This was neither a mistake nor poor judgment.
It was intentional, a calculated tactic to provoke… pic.twitter.com/NOTSeygmSF
— Taymur Malik (@BlueMist911) December 25, 2025
Ministers from the ruling PML-N echoed these concerns. Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar Kayani described the incident as unacceptable, noting threats against the armed forces’ head. He criticized attempts to misuse freedom of speech for spreading violence.
Meanwhile, the UK responded by outlining standard procedures for such complaints, stressing evidence-based reviews.PTI’s Stance on the IncidentIn its early Saturday statement, PTI UK acknowledged high public frustration due to what it called unprecedented repression and Imran Khan’s prolonged isolation in prison — conditions recently highlighted by a UN special rapporteur on torture.
The party stressed that while global concern for Khan and his family’s well-being is valid, it firmly rejects unlawful actions. It also expressed hope that the individual involved would be protected from any transnational repression.
Former PTI leader Imran Ismail separately called for clear condemnation of inflammatory remarks, warning they harm national interests and bilateral ties.
Pakistan continues to prioritize unity and institutional respect in handling such matters abroad, as diplomatic channels remain active to address these issues responsibly.
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