Islamists parties protest judgment by chief justice alleging blasphemy in Pakistan

Supporters of the Muttahida Shariat Mahaz Pakistan conservative party are gathering in Peshawar, Pakistan, on February 23, 2024, to protest against a recent judgement passed by the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Qazi Faez Isa. Supporters of Pakistani Islamist parties are rallying against the Chief Justice's remarks, accusing him of blasphemy. The protest, led by groups including Tehreek-e-Labaik Pakistan, is denouncing Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa's comments in a case involving a member of the Ahmadi community. The court's decision to grant bail to the accused, who is facing blasphemy charges for distributing Islamic literature, is sparking outrage. Police are warning protesters to remain peaceful as demonstrations are erupting in cities like Karachi and Peshawar. The Supreme Court is refuting allegations, calling the campaign against Chief Justice Isa 'absolutely wrong,' amid claims linking the controversy to political motives, including grievances against former Prime Minister Imran Khan.