The US State Department has expressed concern over the arrests of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, urging Islamabad to respect human rights and uphold democratic principles .

Key Points:

Arrests of Opposition Leaders: The US State Department spokesperson, Matthew Miller, stated that they are always concerned when they see arrests of opposition leaders.

PTI Information Secretary’s Arrest: PTI Information Secretary Raoof Hasan was arrested for allegedly heading a digital media cell involved in running propaganda against Pakistan and its integrity.

US Support for Democratic Principles: The US supports the peaceful upholding of constitutional and democratic principles, including the rule of law, equal justice under the law, and respect for human rights like freedom of expression and freedom of peaceful assembly.

Concerns Over Party Ban: The US President Joe Biden’s administration had expressed concerns over the incumbent government’s announcement to ban the former ruling party and lodge treason cases against its founder and other leaders.

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