In a move that has drawn significant criticism on social media, India deported Zainab Abbas, a renowned Pakistani presenter covering the ongoing World Cup 2023.
Zainab Abbas was deported due to allegations of tweets made eight years ago, reportedly against the Hindu religion and India, as claimed by an Indian lawyer.
The lawyer subsequently filed a cybercrime complaint against Zainab Abbas and requested the Delhi Police to register an FIR against her for her tweets.
It is reported in the media that since the incident, the Pakistan-born presenter, who was covering the marquee event in India, has relocated to Dubai.
There has been a wave of speculation, with some sources suggesting that the ICC finds itself unable to address what they believe to be Indian propaganda.
Zainab Abbas, a known presenter covering numerous international sports events, faces uncertainty regarding the motive and timing of unearthing old tweets. While, it is not been confirmed yet that the tweets were made by Zainab or not.
This event has raised concerns regarding the freedom of the press and the hospitality extended to international media personnel, especially in the World Cup.
Last month, the pre-World Cup team bonding trip of the Pakistan team to Dubai was abruptly canceled as the players were still awaiting visas to travel to India.
So, we demand freedom of expression from India but muzzle everyone who we do not like in Pakistan? Hypocrite much?
100% of media in Pakistan cannot say anything that goes against you know who.
Well well. pehlay apnay han tu freedom lay aoo. Apna media to highly censored har. Missing person ban jata ho. India ki fikar baad mai kar lain gat. apnay per dehan dain. Apnay kartoot theek karain.