Bushra Bibi faces government backlash over comments on Saudi Arabia

Bushra Bibi, the wife of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, faced strong backlash from the government over her comments about Saudi Arabia. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned her remarks as harmful to Pakistan's relationship with the Kingdom, emphasizing the importance of this alliance. In a video, Bushra Bibi claimed foreign powers disapproved of her husband’s religious devotion during a visit to Medina. The government responded by accusing her of undermining Pakistan's interests and tarnishing the legacy of a supportive ally. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif criticized her statements and suggested internal divisions within the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party regarding Imran Khan's release. Meanwhile, PTI officials defended Bushra Bibi, stating she did not directly criticize Saudi leadership and reaffirmed their respect for the bilateral relationship.