ISLAMABAD : The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) on Wednesday stopped the Islamabad High Court from initiating contempt of court proceedings against the prime minister and federal ministers in the Dr. Aafia Siddiqui case. The federation had challenged the May 16, 2025, order, seeking to nullify the permission granted for amendments in the petition. The Islamabad High Court had asked the prime minister and the cabinet to clarify why they did not support legal efforts in the United States. The amended petition sought to declare the government’s steps toward the release and repatriation of Dr. Aafia Siddiqui as a constitutional obligation. The FCC issued notices to all the parties in the case, and adjourned the hearing.
Source: The Patriot February 11, 2026 15:12 UTC