The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) announced on Thursday that military courts have sentenced 25 individuals for their involvement in the May 9 incidents, which marked a dark day in Pakistan’s history. The convicts were found guilty of vandalism, arson, and attacks on sensitive military installations, including Corps Commander House Lahore, after the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan earlier this year.
The ISPR stated that the trials were conducted under due legal process, ensuring the convicts were provided a fair opportunity to defend themselves. These individuals were charged under the Pakistan Army Act and Official Secrets Act for targeting key defense installations and attempting to undermine the integrity of the armed forces.
The military emphasized its zero-tolerance policy toward acts of terrorism and sabotage. “Such actions will not go unpunished, and perpetrators will face the full force of the law,” said an ISPR spokesperson.
The May 9 riots prompted widespread condemnation across Pakistan, with civil and military leadership vowing to bring those responsible to justice. Hundreds of arrests were made in the aftermath, and the trials of remaining suspects are ongoing.
This development serves as a reminder of the armed forces’ commitment to safeguarding national security and ensuring accountability for any attacks on the state’s institutions.
