A wave of public distrust is sweeping across Pakistan as voices grow louder against the country’s military and political leadership amid the rising tension after the Pahalgam attack. From conversations to viral videos, Pakistanis are increasingly expressing distrust in their Army. Few events have sparked a storm on social media, with citizens expressing outrage at the Army's hegemony in politics and the trustworthiness of leaders who seem willing to leave the country at moments of crisis. Several senior Pakistani military officials have shifted their families to European and Gulf nations. To avoid political pressure and threat, the Pakistan military "dictators" consider relocating overseas a safer and more secure choice.

Adnan Sami’s Revelation

Iconic playback singer Adnan Sami, who disowned his Pakistani nationality and obtained Indian citizenship in 2016, recently posted on social media. While walking down the street in Baku, Azerbaijan, Sami met a group of young Pakistani men who expressed regret over their national identity. Posting on X (formerly Twitter), Sami quoted them, saying, “Sir, you are very lucky… You left Pakistan in good time… We also want to change our citizenship… WE HATE OUR ARMY… They have destroyed our country!” The singer responded, “I knew this long ago!”

Lal Masjid Cleric Sparks Controversy

A viral clip posted by ex-Pakistani ambassador to the US Husain Haqqani shows Lal Masjid cleric Maulana Abdul Aziz Ghazi questioning Pakistan's war agenda with India. Aziz declares, in the clip, "Pakistan aur Hindustan ki jung Islam ki jung nahi hai" — indicating that the conflict between the two countries is political, not religious. Aziz further questioned the audience to see if any of them would engage in a war in Pakistan against India. No one raised their hand. He stated, "There is not as much oppression in India as there is in Pakistan," criticising the state for manipulating religious sentiments and using extremist groups for political means.

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Marwat's England Comment Ridiculed Online

At the same time, another video went viral on social media. When asked whether there would be war with India, Pakistani leader Ali Muhammad Khan Marwat said, "Agar jung badh jaati hai toh main England chala jaunga," suggesting he would flee to England if war erupted. His remarks sparked widespread backlash, memes, and questions about the leadership’s integrity and commitment to the nation.

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