There is no outside pressure for Imran Khan’s release, according to Rana Sanaullah, Prime Minister’s adviser on political affairs.

Though their words imply otherwise, Rana Sanaullah stated at a press conference in Islamabad that they had requested the PTI present their requests in writing during the initial round of negotiations.

He stated that their goal was to start a national dialogue amongst political parties, but the remarks made by PTI officials and the tweets sent by Imran Khan show that they are not interested in having direct conversations.

He emphasised that the discussions between Sher Afzal Marwat and Ali Amin Gandapur over Aleema Khan were significant. Aleema Khan’s earlier allegations of trying to poison Imran Khan while he was incarcerated also sprang to mind.

“Those around Imran Khan are unpredictable because they can go to any length,” he maintained.

The adviser claimed that PTI uses social media propaganda to portray itself as a powerful political organisation. He gave Imran Khan his word that all the facilities outlined in the jail handbook are being delivered. He did, however, condemn Imran Khan’s position on the state and institutions, which is clear to all.

Rana Sanaullah charged the PTI with continuously launching anti-national campaigns on social media. He gave the example of November 26, when PTI allegedly disseminated misinformation using pictures of Palestinian martyrs.

Rana Sana went on to say, “PTI impedes Pakistan’s economic development and seeks political instability in the nation.”

He reaffirmed that there was no pressure for Imran Khan’s release when asked a question. Discussions are anticipated to begin after Speaker Ayaz Sadiq returns from his trip abroad, which caused the postponement.

According to Rana Sanaullah, Imran Khan would probably be met again by the PTI’s negotiation committee. Prior to this, a meeting was scheduled, but it was subsequently deemed improper. The administration had not proposed to move Imran Khan to Bani Gala, he explained.