JUIF Announces Nationwide Protests
Addressing a press conference in Peshawar, Fazlur Rehman stated that the sharp rise in fuel prices has “shaken every individual” and deprived the common man of peace and stability. He revealed that the decision was taken after a two-day meeting of the party’s central Majlis-e-Shura, where both national and international issues were discussed in detail.
He further criticized proposed and existing laws, including those related to domestic violence, transgender rights, and restrictions on underage marriages, calling them “against Sharia.” He also expressed concerns over alleged plans to grant wives a 50% share in their husband’s property.
Fazlur Rehman reiterated his party’s stance against the current government, claiming that it is “illegitimate” and sustained with the support of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). He asserted that his party has the right to raise its voice against such a government and vowed that JUI-F will continue to defend Islamic laws.
He also announced a major public gathering in Mardan on April 12 as part of the protest movement. Emphasizing national security concerns, he urged the government to convene an in-camera session of Parliament to brief political leadership on Pakistan’s position amid evolving global tensions.
Commenting on international affairs, he alleged that the United States is backing Israel and criticized actions against Palestine, Iran, and other Muslim countries.