PTI’s Naeemul Haque loses his cool during TV show, ‘slaps’ Daniyal Aziz

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Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf leader (PTI) Naeemul Haque on Tuesday lost his temper during a TV show and slapped PML-N leader Daniyal Aziz while arguing with him.

Haque and Aziz were appearing on Geo TV's 'Aapas Ki Baat' programme — hosted by Muneeb Farooq — along with journalist Iftikhar Ahmed and PPP lawmaker Nafisa Shah as guests.

According to details shared by the anchor, both the leaders were present in Geo TV's Islamabad studio while Farooq was moderating the show from the Lahore studio.

A video clip from the show which is making the rounds on social media shows Haque becoming infuriated over some remarks made by Aziz, in which the PML-N leader apparently called him a “thief”.

At this, the PTI leader slapped Aziz, saying, "How dare you [Aziz] call me a thief, you should be ashamed of yourself."

#BreakingNews: @PTIofficial’s @naeemul_haque slapped @DaniyalNA116 live on air at @geonews_urdu with @muneebfaruqpak!#BREAKING #NaeemUlHaq #DaniyalAziz #PMLN #PTI pic.twitter.com/qKttp39nl0
— Asad Ali Toor (@AsadAToor) May 22, 2018

Aziz, while commenting on the incident, said that the general attitude of PTI leaders is very intolerant. "They cannot tolerate criticism and resort to violence."

This is not the first time Haque has been involved in a physical altercation while appearing on TV.

In 2011, the PTI leader threw a glass at PPP's Jameel Soomro after the former allegedly hurled verbal abuse against him.

Dawn.com has reached out to Naeemul Haque for comment on the matter and is awaiting a response.

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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad

May 22, 2018 11:13pm

What a grave and great tragedy?

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Waheed Phulpoto

May 22, 2018 11:21pm

What are they giving message to public?

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Syed Malik

May 22, 2018 11:21pm

Danial Aziz is a very provocative man. It is not easy to be part of any argument with him.

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Lal khan

May 22, 2018 11:24pm

Shameful conduct. This fascist attitude of so called political workers should stop. He should be handed an exemplery punishment.

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wasim

May 22, 2018 11:28pm

PTI should not tolerate such behavior. He should be expelled!

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Jay

May 22, 2018 11:33pm

This is same D.Aziz who was ranting against CJ of Pakistan. All PML-N cabinet members are cornered and have no defense against their wrong doings. Soon they will be behind bars. They are utterly hardened corrupt and don't feel ashamed when caught red handed. But for an honest person it is hard to digest to be called 'thief' in public.

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Magnanimous approach

May 22, 2018 11:34pm

Phenomenon of fighting in parliament is common in many places, but not in Pak. The restraint must be exercised by all, and TV anchors must not let the temperature rise between their shows. It is common how questions are put by anchors to get hot reactions from the participants.

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Jawad

May 22, 2018 11:34pm

IK keeps calling Nawaz "thief" if Nawaz looses his temper similarly then things will go out of control. This should be condemned. If you criticise, then you should have guts to bear criticism yourself.

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A Voter

May 22, 2018 11:35pm

Violence is not acceptable. He is the spokesman of PTI, I think Imran should apologise.

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May 22, 2018 11:41pm

Please grow up.You are embarrassment to your party.

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miraaj

May 22, 2018 11:41pm

PTI is quite desperate to get to power and this desperation can be seen in workers like Naeem Ul Haq as well. They are desperate because after performing poorly where they took KPK even backward, the PTI is not ready to listen to anything on their performance. PTI just says dont talk with us on KPK just give us power and that is where the desperation, disappointment and anger is coming from. Had they worked, performed in KPK these kind of days would have been avoided for PTI. The PTI worker is agitated and angered and must be dealt with cautiously now. PML N looks again strong despite censorship the reports of huge gatherings in NS rallies are coming very clearly.

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Parvez

May 22, 2018 11:46pm

Both are at fault ..... Daniyal for deliberately provoking Naeemul Haque and Naeemul Haq for taking the bait and reacting.

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Asif Zia

May 22, 2018 11:46pm

Naeem ul Haq always behaves aggressively and loses control. I suggest PTI should not send this person in any TV program.

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May 22, 2018 11:46pm

These media people have devastated the basic fabric of tolerance in our society . Poor show by politicians as well.

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Aamir

May 22, 2018 11:49pm

PTI is famous for losing patience!

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Bash

May 23, 2018 12:01am

It's a shame... How come he can lead masses if he has so low temperament. Extremely immature behavior. PTI members have themselves always been very disrespectful in their talk and have created a culture of disrespect. At least they should have the courage to listen to criticism of same level

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Humble

May 23, 2018 12:03am

Political difference are on one side but this attitude of getting physical is totally unacceptable, unconditional apology from both sides should be made.

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Hasnain Haque

May 23, 2018 12:06am

PMLN goons have made a habit of calling others derogatory names, its about time they were given a taste of their own medicine.

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May 23, 2018 12:07am

Without even watching the clip i think its Shameful whatever the differences be. Best possible reaction should have been leaving the show

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Sab Se Pehle Pakistan

May 23, 2018 12:12am

PTI and PML-N has complete freedom to run their political campaigns in our country. Yet their frustration level has reached a point where their senior leadership is slapping each other infront of the media. Now imagine the pain and frustration of millions in Urban Sindh. Where, everyone else is allowed to run political campaigns. While the real stakeholders have their lips sealed and hands tied. Marginalization of masses can be catastrophic for nations. It has never worked in the past and it will never work in the future as well. We as a nation should learn from our mistakes before things get out of hands. We need to learn how to accept genuine mandates. Lets work together as a nation with a common goal "Sab Se Pehle Pakistan".

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qaiser ahmed

May 23, 2018 12:34am

Sad. These two should not be invited on any talk shows for the next 12 months. Ever again would be much better.

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Truthful_Honest

May 23, 2018 12:38am

Shame on Naeem ul Haq. He should be arrested for physical violence.

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May 23, 2018 12:38am

Verbal and physical violence is a symptom of intolerance and self righteousness. In this incident, Daniyal Aziz’s verbal abuse was responded to by physical violence of Naeemul Haq. What a shame that these are the people who are supposedly leading the nation.

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Feryal

May 23, 2018 12:52am

Shame moment . PTI is not a party rather it is a gang.

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Hani_Layyah

May 23, 2018 12:54am

How come one could justify this very unethical step of him ?? Leadership from pti should come ahead to condemn this completely whilein issuing a show cause notice to Mr. Naeem since he's been very assertive. .

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Hadi

May 23, 2018 12:57am

PTI’s whole politics is built around trashing and bashing.

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Javed Arshad

May 23, 2018 01:03am

Such insulting behavior verbally or physically should not be tolerated and both of them should be banned to appear on TV.

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Jamal Ahmed

May 23, 2018 01:06am

Naeemul Haq is impatient and he seems to have high blood pressure. I remember once he threw a glass of water to a person in a TV program. Who sends this man to a TV talk show where rational rules rather than emotion.

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Shah

May 23, 2018 01:06am

One must be civil and show restraint if you are a people’s representative and a public figure.

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R Sultan

May 23, 2018 01:10am

Our talk shows are such a waste of time. Participants just scream at one another and never ever listen. And they utter nonsense most of the time. Why do we have to have such dreadful shows?

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Ahsan Gul

May 23, 2018 01:25am

Being totally impartial, Daniyal Aziz got what should have been done to subservient person like him. These PML-N politicians are just there to serve Nawaz and his corrupt policies. Daniyal is a very boisterous person himself.

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Life

May 23, 2018 01:29am

This is the latest low our politics and media talk shows could see.

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Alba

May 23, 2018 01:37am

Dawn.com has reached out to Naeemul Haque for comment on the matter and is awaiting a response. _ Doubtful he wants to respond.

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jamal

May 23, 2018 01:43am

Strongly condemn this action by Naeem ul Haq. I wonder what is going to happen when this man will come to power with Imran Khan... Can only pray for my country..

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Malik

May 23, 2018 01:44am

The worst part is that PTI blind followers are defending this physical violence on facebook and twitter. I feel pitty for such a political party.

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Ash2000

May 23, 2018 01:53am

This is so wrong. Imran should at least dismiss him from spokesperson post and should work in background only. Imran say so many things to Nawaz does not mean Nawaz should hit Imran.

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Elfa

May 23, 2018 01:54am

Such slaps give a sense of reality to these talk shows, which otherwise seem fake and scripted

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Khawar T khyam

May 23, 2018 02:07am

Verbal abuse and personal attacks are a no go area. In my opinion no one is allowed for low blows.

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Fayyaz

May 23, 2018 02:17am

It's a shame and Naeem Ul Haq should apologise for his act.

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Truth Seeker

May 23, 2018 02:23am

It’s not good calling someone thief, it heart. PTI started this culture and should take a lead in stopping this.

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Iran Baloch

May 23, 2018 02:37am

Indefensible action by PTI leader No justification for this assault He must submit his apology

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Zubair

May 23, 2018 02:39am

Shameless behavior of Naeem Ul Haq. Physically assaulting just because you can't take criticism is absurd and wrong on so many levels. Daniyal Aziz showed maturity by not hitting back or uttering profanities. Again, Naeem Ul Haq should be ashamed.

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Tanveer

May 23, 2018 02:54am

PTI must send some reasonable and educated people to the TV talk shows. Naeemul Haq is an emotional person who lacks arguments and immediately jumps to his opponent due to his limited vocabulary. Such people tarnish PTI image as people of educated party.

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Ahmad

May 23, 2018 03:08am

This bully must be condemned and barred by every media channel. This is utterly disgusting trend. Media anchors who have no courage and guts to give a shut up to such a person shouldn’t conduct the live shows.

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Amjad

May 23, 2018 03:13am

PPP, PTI, PML...all of them are thugs.

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Shehzy

May 23, 2018 03:16am

NUH overreacted but Daniyal Aziz shouldnt have abused or thrown a personal attack, he left the field open for NUH to react and he overreacted Anyway the TV talk shows are jokes and soap operas - STOP WATCHING IT and this will all settle down, anchors trigger such fights and Muneeb is no saint

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StraightForward

May 23, 2018 03:19am

I don't like aziz but strongly condemns the slap, both leaders should apologize each other !

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Faheem

May 23, 2018 03:25am

Cheers mate !

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Khurram

May 23, 2018 03:26am

PTI is not a political party, its a gang. Their behaviour towards their opponents is always insultive and triggering

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Raju

May 23, 2018 03:28am

What else can be expected from a fascist party like PTI? They are right if they call other thieves, but loses cool when they are on the receiving end. Shameless attitude

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Pakistani

May 23, 2018 03:30am

The word 'thief' uttered by Aziz and resorting to 'physical response' both are unjustifiable. This does not happen in a politically mature and cultured society. SAD

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Aamir

May 23, 2018 03:34am

PTI now using hands!

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Khawaja

May 23, 2018 03:38am

Naeemul Haque has to learn to manage himself before he is given any position in PTI.

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Shaukat Ali Khan

May 23, 2018 03:57am

The blame experts cannot bear the truth.

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Khaja

May 23, 2018 04:07am

Police case should be filed for physical assault.

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Abdullah

May 23, 2018 04:13am

bad behaviour.... why get violent? stupidity

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fairplay

May 23, 2018 04:14am

if a politician cannot stand the heat, they should not go into the kitchen, as the saying goes. Uncivilized behavior must not be tolerated. Jail him for assault.

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Janan

May 23, 2018 04:16am

These shows turning into wrestling.

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Sarfaraz

May 23, 2018 04:24am

This is Pakistan politicians!

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My Advice

May 23, 2018 04:24am

Name calling and accusations are becoming norm in political environment. Still its better to keep some distance when calling some one thief, as instant payback can be dangerous.

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Humza

May 23, 2018 04:29am

Typical PTI behavior. They love to dish it out but they can't take it themselves just like Imran Khan. Another reason why PTI should never be given a chance at running the government.

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Dr Haroon

May 23, 2018 04:30am

Absolutely despicable. No words can describe such behaviour. Such people, who cannot keep their cool during TV talk shows, have no right to represent public in the parliament. How would they behave in international fora? TV anchors must also reconsider their policies of live telecasting and moderating.

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abby

May 23, 2018 04:37am

PTI’s Naeemul Haque loses his cool during TV show, How they will govern Pakistan.? Shame on him.!

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ProudPakistani

May 23, 2018 04:59am

I watched the clips of the show and calling someone a theif is not criticism, it's an insult Mr. Aziz. I hope you got a taste of your medicine

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PTI supporter

May 23, 2018 05:02am

Naeem Ul Haq should be suspended. This is not a good example, especially for PTI youth. PTI should show they do not believe in violence.

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ALEX IQBAL

May 23, 2018 05:02am

Always Think before you open your mouth.

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May 23, 2018 05:07am

Calling thief is so common with PTI workers and leaders that it should not infuriate Naeem ul Haq.

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Farooq Jawed

May 23, 2018 05:11am

I guess truth does hurt....Naeemul Haque sure proved it by his thuggish behaviour of resorting to violence. He must apologize to the victim and the Nation for uncivilized and shameful response to criticism.

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Hasaan

May 23, 2018 05:17am

Shame!

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gul

May 23, 2018 06:12am

Shame on Naeem ul Haq

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anwarsher

May 23, 2018 06:13am

That is what people are going to get if PTI succeeds. Vote carefully.

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Abbas

May 23, 2018 06:29am

They are politicians or bunch of street kids

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Peer Sabir Shah

May 23, 2018 06:34am

Shame on you Naeem. Shame!!! Period.

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Jkhan

May 23, 2018 06:39am

The man is an embarrassment for PTI

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Shahji

May 23, 2018 06:57am

Naeem has done it before as well. Need anger management training .Does not deserve to hold any responsible position.

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dmm

May 23, 2018 07:07am

Non Professionalism from Naeem ul Haq.

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Blunt

May 23, 2018 07:36am

Extremely intolerable act. I wonder if PTI fails to come in power....they will again paralyse the state machinery through their false allegations of rigging.

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Akhtar

May 23, 2018 08:00am

Danial should file assault charges against Naeem! If he has done in US , he should be in jail for 6 years for one slap.

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May 23, 2018 08:17am

This shows PTI's actual face.

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Faraz Chaudhry

May 23, 2018 08:43am

Naeemul Haque is unfit to be invited on talk shows. Previously too he went into the physical brawl with a guest on a political talk show as well.

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Iqbal Malik

May 23, 2018 08:44am

This attitude is not acceptable BUT if you look all the programs or any programme in which Danyal Aziz is a particpant you will see he doesn't let people to talk and say something, he interrupt disgustingly and frustrate the other people. I think its ok if it happened with Danyal Aziz.

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Habib Khan

May 23, 2018 08:55am

@Rehan Saleem what is that supposed to mean ?

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RAja raman

May 23, 2018 09:22am

People who hold public office should not involve in violence.

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Nationalist

May 23, 2018 09:29am

PTI leaders call others a thief, a plunderer and what not for years in and years out without even giving a single evidence to their claims and those blamed have stayed calm. What happened to NUH only in one instance?

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Malik

May 23, 2018 09:54am

This shows the class of a leader and representative of the larty with no tolerance and live talk show. He should be banned from live shows for life

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Salman Hasan

May 23, 2018 10:03am

In my opinion Naeem ul Haque should not be PTI's spokesperson. Other representatives like Fawad Ch, Abrarul Haq, Ali Ahmed Khan, Murad Saeed etc are way better speakers and have more tolerant personalities. Naeem ul Haq reminds me of someone who hasn't been in a relaxed or happy environment for very long time. IK should give him some time off to vent out and cool off.

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AMEHMOODKHI

May 23, 2018 10:10am

PTI has been behaving like cronies of powers to be but Mr. Naeem ul Haq has taken it to next level. What a shame!

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COOL AS ICE

May 23, 2018 10:42am

Shame on these politicians, what are they showcasing for the future generations.

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Naxalite

May 23, 2018 10:43am

Don't know why he is still in PTI

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Riaz

May 23, 2018 10:43am

PTI's arrogance and dictatorial culture is now getting quite evident.

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Dr Shafiq chughtai

May 23, 2018 10:45am

Unacceptable attitude of PTI leader.

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Arfeen Khan

May 23, 2018 11:13am

It seems like Daniyal Aziz intentionally said Naeem ul Hag "Thief" to ignite him. This is verbal abuse and he received physical abuse in return. Both act are unacceptable. But, Daniyal Aziz has to carry more blame in this case.

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Asim

May 23, 2018 11:27am

@Hasnain Haque what do u think pti has been calling pmln?

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arshad javed sandal

May 23, 2018 11:36am

Request! All party leaders should not cross words which are abusive and intolerant. Family matters may also not be discussed unless objectionable.

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Kunal, Gurgaon

May 23, 2018 11:55am

Have seen innumerable Pak shows with worst abuses, physical fights and broken stuff. Unbelievable.

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SAB

May 23, 2018 12:13pm

Naeemul Haq should be sacked from PTI. Politics in Pakistan needs to cool down. This is the second time that he has got physical with a participant in a TV programme. IK should take a decisive step.

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Sharjeel

May 23, 2018 12:15pm

A natural reaction of any honest man being called a thief.

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timetostopthis

May 23, 2018 12:22pm

True colours are now coming out.

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timetostopthis

May 23, 2018 12:25pm

It will only get worse if PTI come to power. They can't be called a party of educated and civilised people.

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Abdul Ghaffar

May 23, 2018 12:28pm

Time is not far when so called politicians will carry guns and discuss problems of Pakistan in talk shows. Surprising !

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umar

May 23, 2018 12:28pm

This is just sad. Naeemul Haque should be expelled from the party in order to give a strong message.

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Jalbani Baloch

May 23, 2018 12:46pm

It is unexpected from a matured politician to slap his opponent. If it has happened in a fit or anger, Mr. Naeemul Haq should seek unconditional apology from Mr. Danial.

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DR. SMH

May 23, 2018 01:07pm

Are we civilized ? Physical abuse is a crime and must be punisned .

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Abdus Salam, FCII

May 23, 2018 01:33pm

Yes, this is PTI culture.

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Neo

May 23, 2018 01:49pm

People should be mindful of what they say.

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Ghessan

May 23, 2018 01:50pm

Now that is not good, they were live and must realize.

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Syed arif Hussain zahidi

May 23, 2018 02:10pm

Syed Malik, what a pathetic reply. There is absolutely no justification for this kind of behaviour. IT'S A SHAME.

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Khalid

May 23, 2018 02:18pm

Danial Aziz should not be in TV shows due to his provocative behavior.

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Tariq, Lahore

May 23, 2018 02:43pm

Our parliamentarians have much etiquette to learn to be classed as a gentleman!

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SkyHawk

May 23, 2018 03:38pm

Naem-Ul-Haq is not fit for taking part in tv talk shows plus Daniyal aziz is a very provocative man.

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Sja ja

May 23, 2018 05:41pm

Like in the spirit of Captain if you cannot the wicket take out the wicket by force. PTI Cricket Politics at its best on national TV.

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Rashid

May 24, 2018 08:15am

What a disgrace and shameful act, this shows the real face of PTI.

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w hasan

May 24, 2018 08:24am

Although I DO NOT endorse what Naeemul Haq did and he should have shown some restrain and control, but honestly Danyal Aziz got what he asked for and what he deserves.

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Tariq GEE

May 24, 2018 11:50am

I'm not surprised. PTI has started this culture of intolerance and immature behaviour and all should brace themselves for it now.

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Rameay

May 24, 2018 11:56am

In their sheer frustration PTI can do anything with their opponents. If they come to power they can do anything with the country.

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Babu

May 24, 2018 01:26pm

These stupid talk shows have done more harm to the social fabric of the country than doing any thing good. These shows are promoted for high TV ratings and high advertisement earnings, they should be immediately banned. Too many Channels are not doing any additional good to the country.

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Akram

May 24, 2018 01:40pm

Someone like this clearly lacks the wherewithal to be a member of the NA regardless of which party they affiliate with. He should be replaced, there are plenty of Pakistanis more deserving than him.

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Taimur

May 24, 2018 03:26pm

I wonder if there is a law in Pakistan to punish somebody for such an action against other or may be we have law but again only for the ordinary poor citizens

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ajay

May 24, 2018 04:04pm

Democracy is only for educated people.

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Z Ali

May 24, 2018 04:12pm

This type of behaviour should not be applauded at any forum. It is sad that I see some people celebrating the actions from Mr. Haq. Nations who do not value ethical values are destined to be doomed. I hope the senior leaderships of all political parties ensure the compliance from their party leaders.

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Agha Ata

May 24, 2018 06:39pm

I think they both were wrong.for behaving that way on TV

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A&A

May 24, 2018 10:32pm

Do the right thing.....

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Omer Cheema

May 24, 2018 10:49pm

Although this is a not what should happen. It is disappointing that it happened, Being physical or violent is absolutely wrong and should not be part of allowed in any social culture. But having said that, Danial Aziz is one of those guys that deserves to be slapped. Extremely provocative person to deal with.

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Imran is correct

May 24, 2018 11:01pm

Our politicans behave like school boys - I sometimes think if we dissolved our entire senate and replaced them with newly graduated young bloods in politics and economic then Pakistan would prevail.

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King

May 25, 2018 02:02am

Nice right hand's reverse hit.

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LAHORI KID

May 25, 2018 07:47am

That's why its important that we are led by leaders who are educated and know how to conduct themselves in public and private.

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Vishal Gaur

May 25, 2018 11:28am

Almost in every country politicians are demonstrating their low standards. It is also pertinent to mention that debate shows on a TV Channels are to be restricted.

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faraz

May 25, 2018 12:34pm

I think he should be fired from PTI because this not his first time. He need some anger management classes. It will be a shame if PTI would not take any actions against such violence.

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Nouman

May 25, 2018 02:11pm

@Syed Malik Does it mean you can slap him on TV ?

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