Pakistan has formally urged the United Kingdom to take action after protesters linked to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) were seen openly issuing death threats against Syed Asim Munir, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, during a protest in Bradford.
Minister of State for Interior Tallal Chaudhry has conveyed serious concern to British authorities and demanded a full investigation into the incident.
Analysts has described the matter as a test case for the UK’s commitment to upholding international law, stressing that threats made from British soil violate both UK law and global counterterrorism obligations.
Threats raised serious security concerns
PTI-affiliated protesters gathered outside the Pakistan Consulate in Bradford, initially claiming to demonstrate in support of PTI founder Imran Khan.
However, the protest quickly turned into a rally targeting Field Marshal Asim Munir.
Videos circulated online show demonstrators chanting slogans calling for his death, including remarks suggesting he should be targeted in a car bomb attack.
Observers described the language used as deeply disturbing. One participant was heard saying that the army chief would be “targeted in his car,” while others joined in chanting slogans and issuing curses.
The footage was reportedly uploaded on PTI UK’s official social media account and later amplified by PTI-linked platforms.
Sources said Pakistan has asked the UK government to identify those involved and take legal action, citing the misuse of British territory for incitement to violence.
Officials noted that such rhetoric constitutes a serious offence under the UK’s Terrorism Act 2006.
Pakistan has also referenced United Nations Security Council Resolution 1373, which obliges states to prevent terrorism, incitement, and support for violent acts.
Officials warned that allowing such threats to go unchecked could set a dangerous precedent for overseas political activity.
Social media users have questioned how such open calls for violence were allowed outside a diplomatic mission. Pakistani authorities stressed that political protest does not give cover for threats to life and national security, and said they expect decisive action from UK law enforcement.
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