Pakistan ISI Chief Faiz Hameed

2024 - 8 - 13

The Wild Tale of Faiz Hameed: From Top Spy to Court Martial Drama!

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From the shadows of ISI to the courtroom drama - find out what led to the arrest of former chief Faiz Hameed and the scandal surrounding it!

In a plot twist worthy of a Bollywood blockbuster, former ISI Chief Faiz Hameed has found himself in hot water with the Pakistan army. The man who once held the reins of Pakistan's intelligence agency from 2019 to 2021 now faces arrest due to allegations of corruption that are shaking the very foundations of the military establishment. Hameed, who stepped into the limelight during Imran Khan’s premiership, is currently embroiled in a scandal related to the infamous Top City housing scheme, making him the third senior officer to face legal repercussions for their actions in recent months.

Hameed's controversial tenure as ISI chief was marked by accusations of political interference, but his recent arrest raises eyebrows higher than one of Priyanka Chopra's red carpet outfits! While the Pakistan army labels this incident as an internal matter, former Prime Minister Imran Khan seems to be inserting himself into the narrative, asserting that this isn’t a political concern but rather a military affair. The dynamic between these once-allied figures now resembles a soap opera, as Hameed's daring escapades lead to a court-martial, a situation unprecedented in the history of Pakistan's military framework.

Interestingly, Hameed's escapades didn’t stop at retirement – he reportedly took a trip to Kabul post-Taliban takeover, which adds an extra layer of intrigue to his narrative. Who wouldn't want to know what secrets were exchanged during those critical times? The army’s actions against Hameed are viewed as a stern warning to other retired and active officers - especially those who stuck their neck out for Khan against the current army chief. The game of thrones has never looked this dramatic!

As the details unfold like a thrilling web series, it’s important to note that the implications of Hameed's arrest could ripple through the military’s power structure. For fans of history, this case marks a milestone, being the first court-martial of a senior military officer over corruption in Pakistan. Such unprecedented actions might signal a new era in military accountability, promising that “everything will be okay” just might not be true this time! Buckle up, folks! This saga is just heating up!

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Image courtesy of "The Hindu"

Pakistan's ruling coalition supports former ISI chief Faiz Hameed's ... (The Hindu)

Mr. Hameed served as the director general of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from 2019 to 2021, when Mr. Khan was prime minister and was accused of meddling ...

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Image courtesy of "Times of India"

'Don't worry, everything will be okay': Why Pakistan army arrested ex ... (Times of India)

Pakistan News: Lt Gen Faiz Hameed, former ISI chief of Pakistan, was arrested by the Pakistan army in a corruption case related to the Top City housing ...

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Ex-ISI chief who went to Kabul after Taliban takeover, arrested ... (The Indian Express)

Faiz Hameed is accused of corruption while in service, and of engaging in questionable activities after retirement. This makes him the third senior officer ...

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Who is Faiz Hameed? Ex-ISI Chief Faces Historic Court-Martial for ... (Jagran Josh)

Ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed faces a historic court-martial over abuse of power in a housing scheme scandal, marking a first in Pakistan's history.

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Ex-ISI Chief Faiz Hameed's Arrest Deemed Internal Military Issue by ... (Oneindia)

Former Premier of Pakistan views the arrest of ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed as a military internal issue, distancing it from political implications.

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With Faiz Hameed's arrest, Pakistan Army has punished one of their ... (ThePrint)

The arrest is a signal to the military fraternity—especially retired and serving officers who supported Imran Khan and stood against the current chief, ...

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Pakistan's ex-ISI chief faces court martial after arrest in property case (Aljazeera.com)

No former spy chief has faced court martial in a country the powerful army has directly ruled for nearly three decades.

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Faiz Hameed: Pakistan's former spy chief arrested (BBC News)

Lt Gen Faiz Hameed's arrest is the first time a former spy chief has been detained in Pakistan.

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Image courtesy of "Deccan Herald"

Arrest of former ISI chief Faiz Hameed is an 'internal issue' of ... (Deccan Herald)

Hameed served as the director general of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) from 2019 to 2021, when Khan was prime minister and was accused of meddling in ...

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Ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed's arrest 'internal issue' of Pak army, says ... (India Today)

Panjutha quoted Imran Khan as saying the arrest of Faiz Hameed was purely a military matter. He further clarified that there had been no political ...

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Ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed's arrest shows the mess Pakistan finds ... (Firstpost)

Pakistan Army Chief Gen Asim Munir's action would lead to enormous speculation not only because it is targeted against Lt Gen Faiz Hameed but also because ...

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Who is Faiz Hameed, former ISI chief arrested by Pakistan army in ... (CNBCTV18)

The former chief of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), has been arrested in connection with a housing scheme scandal. The Pakistani Army arrested ...

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