In a series of posts from his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday—reportedly reflecting conversations with his sisters during their meeting at Adiala Jail—the former prime minister warned that support for such operations in the past had cost political parties their popularity in the province.

Although Khan does not personally operate the account while imprisoned, it remains active through unidentified handlers. “Killing one’s own always leads to an increase in terrorism,” one post read, echoing his long-held view that negotiations are preferable to force.

Khan directed PTI lawmakers in both national and provincial assemblies, as well as senators from KP, to unite and resist the operations and drone strikes, calling instead for dialogue and peace-building measures. He also condemned the forced expulsion of Afghan refugees, warning that such steps would “further worsen the situation.”

The PTI founder expressed anger over alleged mistreatment of his wife and sisters, saying they had been unfairly targeted despite having no political role. “Aleema Khan only conveys my message, while the campaign against her reflects the regime’s fear. Bushra Begum has never interfered in political decisions and is suffering solitary confinement only because she is my wife,” he said.

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Khan further denounced what he described as “sham trials” aimed at undermining his party, citing the case of senior PTI leader Ejaz Chaudhry, whose parliamentary seat, he claimed, was unlawfully awarded to Rana Sanaullah.

On the occasion of Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s death anniversary, Khan paid tribute to Pakistan’s founding father and reaffirmed PTI’s commitment to continue its struggle for democratic rights.