ISLAMABAD: The opposition alliance, including the PTI and other parties, has called for a joint session of parliament to address growing tensions in the Middle East, particularly in Iran. They urged the government to also convene a meeting of neighbouring countries to formulate a coordinated regional strategy.
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The Tehreek-i-Tahafuz-i-Ayeen-i-Pakistan (TTAP) held a meeting chaired by Mahmood Khan Achakzai in the federal capital. Participants expressed concern over what they described as deteriorating regional dynamics and the potential impact on Pakistan. They noted that Israeli actions in Palestine and US conduct in Latin America were undermining international law, while external powers were allegedly tightening influence around Iran.
An important meeting of the Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Ayin-e-Pakistan was held in Islamabad today under the chairmanship of Mahmood Khan Achakzai, the Chairman of Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Ayin-e-Pakistan. The meeting was attended by Allama Raja Nasir Abbas Jafri, Vice Chairman of… pic.twitter.com/XyAunZNsrc
— Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Ayin-e-Pakistan (@TTAP_OFFICIAL) January 14, 2026
TTAP proposed that Pakistan work with neighbouring countries to develop a joint strategy to counter regional threats and safeguard sovereignty. The alliance said a national policy should be formulated through collective parliamentary deliberation. They warned that misinformation by Western media could be used to justify interference in Iran.
Meanwhile, the PTI condemned the Rawalpindi police’s use of force to disperse its sit-in outside Adiala jail on Tuesday night. The party described the operation as a violation of constitutional rights and democratic norms. According to PTI, family members of Imran Khan and party workers were manhandled, subjected to baton charges, and some were detained, including three women and 11 male workers.
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The party further alleged that checkpoints near Bahria Town resulted in searches, confiscation of vehicles, and extortion of money from citizens returning from Adiala. The PTI vowed to challenge the actions through all legal and constitutional forums. They emphasized that peaceful political activity should not be met with intimidation or harassment.