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The government has strongly condemned life threats to Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa by a certain group.
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif while addressing a press conference along with Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal, regretted that an attempt is being made to spread bloodshed in the name of religion for vested political interests.
He said that believing in the finality of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) is part of the faith of every Muslim and the Supreme Court has already clarified its position on the matter.
Speaking on the occasion, Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal also strongly condemned fatwa against Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa.
He said the government will also take legal action to prevent such incidents in future.
The minister also highlighted the need for unity and refraining from creating anarchy in the society.
Source: Radio Pakistan