Overview
- Multiple outlets reported that official security for Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, Mustafa Kamal, Farooq Sattar, Anis Qaimkhani and Sindh opposition leader Ali Khurshidi was pulled, with the Interior Ministry cited as recalling personnel.
- Sindh Home Minister Zia Ul Hassan Lanjar and Information Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon denied any withdrawal, saying those entitled retain protection and cautioning against unverified claims.
- A Sindh government spokesperson pointed to police shortages in Karachi as a possible reason for any adjustments to protection details, while insisting policy is based on security protocols.
- MQM-P held press conferences demanding the resignations of the Sindh chief minister, Karachi mayor and a senior minister, renewed calls for a judicial commission, and pressed for federal control of Karachi under Article 148.
- The Gul Plaza inquiry and compensation process are progressing as officials say the site is being sealed after search operations, with a formal report promised and a judicial commission under consideration if needed.