Murtaza Hussain and Ryan Grim's latest article on Pakistani military operation targeting "digital terrorists" is clearly designed to stir up anti-establishment sentiment and garner support for the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
Hussain has a track record of churning out PTI-friendly propaganda, and this piece is no exception. His self-proclaimed "journalism" is nothing more than a mouthpiece for the party, as evidenced by his close ties to PTI's social media operatives and international leaders.
This article promises to expose Hussain's shady dealings and the PTI's propaganda machine, once and for all. PTI's desperate attempts to sway public opinion are evident in their extensive use of paid journalists and PR firms. This raises serious concerns about the veracity of their claims, as paid content often lacks credibility.
Furthermore, their relentless attacks on the armed forces, while disguised as journalism, are nothing more than a thinly veiled propaganda campaign designed to undermine national institutions.
It's hard to ignore the mounting evidence that points to a concerted campaign to discredit the Pakistani army through online trolling via PTI trolls. This orchestrated assault on public perception is a blatant attempt to destabilize our nation, and it demands immediate action. Let’s jump into the further nexus between these journalists and PTI.
How Murtaza and Ryan’s influence amplifies PTI’s message?
The recent audio call leak involving Murtaza Hussain has generated considerable discussion. The call, which surfaced on December 5, 2023, allegedly features Hussain in conversation with an individual linked to India’s RAW. At the time, Hussain was working for The Intercept.
Following this expose, they planned to transition to a new platform called “DropSite” which is run by Ryan and Murtaza themselves. Some observers have raised questions about the reporting of Ryan Grim and Murtaza Hussain, suggesting their work may be connected to a broader initiative referred to as "Operation Goldsmith".
Critics have pointed to potential biases in their reporting style and story selection, raising concerns about their motivations. Notably, Murtaza Hussain is followed on social media platform X by Eran Etzion, the former deputy head of Israel's national security council (NSC).
Murtaza Hussain, a PTI-backed journalist, is Imran Khan's loyalist. It's no surprise that since Khan's ousting, Hussain's reporting has been nothing short of PTI propaganda. Now, he's peddling a supposed "leaked" secret cable document, conveniently sent to him by an anonymous source.
But let's be real, the writing is on the wall – this has Adil Raja's fingerprints all over it. Raja, another PTI YouTuber, has a history of fabricating such documents, and this "leak" smells just as fishy.
An analysis of the social media pattern reveals a circular trend, where content is shared and amplified by the PTI social media team, Israeli and Indian accounts, and PTI-backed YouTubers and journalists. On TikTok and other platforms, the PTI has been sharing audio clips attributed to Murtaza, presented as neutral journalism.
However, it has become apparent that Murtaza and Ryan have been promoting PTI's narrative. Additionally, another PTI-affiliated YouTuber, Haider Mehdi, invited Murtaza to his channel, further propagating PTI's agenda. Murtaza has declined comments and interviews with independent fact-checkers and news agencies, despite being available on PTI's digital channels.
Grim-Ilyas leaks: Smoking gun for anti-military agenda?
Leaked conversations between Ryan Grim and Jibran Ilyas reveal a disturbing connection between a prominent journalist and an individual potentially pushing an anti-military agenda. The content of their discussions suggests a coordinated effort to undermine public trust in the military. These leaks raise serious concerns about journalistic integrity and the potential manipulation of information to serve a specific political purpose.
During a conversation, Ryan asked Jibran to review an article critical of the military establishment. Jibran agreed with the article's overall content but suggested adding a quote attributed to a military officer: "We are given instructions by our superiors to spread political posts, despite knowing that this is a violation of our oath of office and the constitution."
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman's desperation to mend fences with the Pakistan armed forces is palpable, but his party's actions tell a different story. While he (Imran Khan) seeks forgiveness and a meeting to resolve their issues, his social media team and international leaders wage a relentless campaign against the Pakistani military.
It's clear that the military establishment has no appetite for talks with the PTI chairman or his associates. Khan has expressed a desire to reconcile with the military establishment, seeking a meeting to resolve their differences. However, “Big No” is coming from the establishment’s side.
