Social media activist and YouTuber Major (retd) Adil Raja has been released on bail by police after being arrested by UK counter-terrorism police on suspicion of promoting terrorist acts, according to his lawyer. father in Pakistan. Mahtab Aziz, who represents Adil Raja, confirmed that his client was arrested at his home and then questioned by police before being released. The investigation is ongoing and no further details have been released at this stage.
Aziz stressed that serious terrorism charges were made against Raja in Pakistan, which led to his arrest in the UK. However, he made clear that Raja’s arrest does not imply guilt but reflects the UK authorities’ need to respond based on information and intelligence they received from Pakistan. Aziz explains that counter-terrorism laws force UK police to act when they receive intelligence, which often involves the seizure of electronic devices during raids.
Although Raja was released, there were certain conditions imposed on his use of social media and in some cases the use of mobile phones was banned. Aziz expressed confidence that Raja is not involved in promoting terrorism or engaging in any illegal activities.
According to diplomatic sources, Raja’s arrest was motivated by complaints by Pakistani authorities. It has been confirmed that YouTube and Facebook have terminated Raja’s channels following the May 9 attack on the Pakistani Army, which resulted in Pakistan filing a number of complaints with media giants and UK authorities. about Raja’s controversial publications. Aziz further confirmed the involvement of counterterrorism police in the matter, with the use of social media playing a central role in the entire story.
Raja took to Twitter after his release, saying that he is well and will continue his peaceful struggle. He expressed his commitment to speak out against fascism and support democracy in Pakistan, emphasizing peaceful protests as a means of bringing about real change.
Democracy & Human Rights for All https://t.co/CgtiYxvGFI
– Adil Raja (@soldierspeaks) June 14, 2023
Raja stressed the importance of free and fair elections as well as uninterrupted democracy to Pakistan’s political and economic stability, and urged that personal criticisms do not weakened institutions. He expressed his gratitude for the prayers, concern and good wishes he had received, and expressed his thoughts and prayers to all the people of Pakistan who are struggling. for a more peaceful and better future.
Adil Raja said in his tweet: “There have been many rumors about me and my welfare. Alhamdullilah, I’m fine. I remain fully committed to speaking out against fascism and for democracy in Pakistan. I will continue to support the democratic right of the people to peacefully protest as the only way to bring about real change. A sea of peaceful protestors can achieve change that violent resistance cannot because violence can only backfire. The only way for Pakistan to bring about political and economic stability, which every Pakistani, regardless of political affiliation, is through free and fair elections and democracy’ Uninterrupted’. All institutions operating ‘within their jurisdiction’, as provided by the constitution, are crucial to Pakistan’s success. It is never allowed to criticize individuals who undermine the institution. I feel humbled by all the prayers, concerns and well wishes sent to me. My thoughts and prayers go out to each and every Pakistani who wants a peaceful and better future in our beautiful land.#PakistanZindabad”
There have been many rumors about me and my welfare. Alhamdullilah, I’m fine. I remain fully committed to speaking out against fascism and for democracy in Pakistan. I will continue to support the people’s right to peaceful democratic protest as the only way to bring…
– Adil Raja (@soldierspeaks) June 14, 2023
Despite Raja’s release on police bail, investigations into the claims against him are still ongoing. It is understood that the UK government has received many complaints about Raja from Pakistan especially due to the riots of 9 May following the arrest of Pakistan supporters Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). . The complaints accuse Raja and other activists of spreading hateful and anti-state ideology through social media.
Raja, a retired military spokesman, moved to the UK more than a year ago after Imran Khan’s government was voted down. He became a strong supporter of PTI and a critic of the PDM government. Through the use of platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube, Raja has gained notoriety for publishing controversial news, often involving serving military generals. Although his claims are often refuted by military sources, they are widely circulated on social media. Raja’s problems with the state government have grown as he has been accused of spreading fake news to gain views and ratings, while he insists he has reliable sources providing the news. for him. Several of Raja’s videos referring to alleged military and government maneuvers have garnered millions of views.
Over the past few months, multiple complaints have been filed by Pakistani authorities against Raja on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. However, the situation escalated when the Pakistani Army was heavily attacked on 9 May instigated by PTI activists and leaders. Raja played a prominent role in media coverage around the events leading up to and after May 9, openly challenging state authorities.
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