Islamists parties protest judgment by chief justice alleging blasphemy in Pakistan

Supporters of the Pakistan Markazi Muslim League party are holding a banner that reads in Urdu 'We will die for the faith of The Finality of Prophethood through Muhammad (PBUH)' as they gather to protest against a recent judgement passed by the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Qazi Faez Isa, in Peshawar, Pakistan, on February 23, 2024. Supporters of Pakistani Islamist parties are rallying against the Chief Justice's remarks, alleging blasphemy. The protest, led by groups including Tehreek-e-Labaik Pakistan, is denouncing Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa's comments in a case involving an Ahmadi community member. The court's decision to grant bail to the accused, who faced 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.