US Expresses Concern Over Pakistani Government’s PTI Ban Decision

July 16 :
U.S. officials expressed worry over Pakistan's ban on Imran Khan's party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, on Tuesday, according to ARY News. According to the article, the US State department spokeswoman voiced worry during a press briefing about the possibility of government restrictions on the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf.

During a press briefing, US State Department spokeswoman Matthew Miller stated, "We have observed public statements from the government regarding potential restrictions on PTI." Our primary concern would be the potential banning of a political party. The importance of democratic values and the fundamental rights of people cannot be overstated, he continued, not just in Pakistan but around the world.
Policing is not tolerated in the United States. ARY News of Pakistan reported what Miller had said.

We have always spoken out against political violence, and we do not condone it in Pakistan any more. The rule of law and democratic processes, both in Pakistan and around the world, have our full support, he stated.

Miller reaffirmed the United States' backing for democratic standards and constitutional procedures. "We support the peaceful upholding of constitutional and democratic principles, including respect for human rights and freedom of expression," according to him. Many prominent members of Pakistani political parties have spoken out against the government's decision to outlaw the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, claiming that the action is anti-democratic and could have far-reaching consequences. At a news conference, the PTI claimed the decision was a response to the "embarrassment" the ruling party felt following the Supreme Court's decision to provide reserved seats to the party.
The elements "hell-bent on plunging the country into the quagmire of destruction and anarchy" were granted legal standing, and they swore they would fight against this wanton despotism.