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Thursday, May 16, 2013
Britain mulls ‘action’ against Altaf HussainISLAMABAD: British High Commissioner Adam Thomson on Wednesday said that action could not be ruled out against MQM chief Altaf Hussain for his statement that Karachi be separated from Pakistan.
The London Metropolitan Police has been investigating complaints by hundreds of British and Pakistani citizens against Altaf, the British high commissioner said during a news conference on Wednesday. Thomson said a flood of complaints had been received by the London Metropolitan Police from Britain, Pakistan and all over the world, with thousands of people lodging complaints against Altaf’s controversial statements. Thomson said the London police are looking into the complaints and may take notice of them soon. The high commissioner said the Pakistani government should take serious notice of Altaf’s statement, as in Britain there are strict laws against those who provoke violence and hatred. He said Altaf could be put in prison if allegations against him are proven, and added that handing over him to Pakistan was difficult. Thousands of complaints were sent to the London police after Altaf addressed his supporters in Karachi and threatened PTI supporters who were protesting against alleged rigging. Altaf also said Karachi should be separated from Pakistan if the mandate given to the MQM by the people is not acceptable. The party later clarified that Altaf’s statements were rhetorical, and misinterpreted by the media. online
Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk