Sindh Police arrest four suspects in journalist Imtiaz Mir murder case
October 28, 2025: Sindh Police arrested four suspects linked to a banned outfit in the murder of journalist Imtiaz Mir, who was shot in Karachi in September 2025.
JournalismPakistan.com | Published 10 months ago | JP Staff Report
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ISLAMABAD—A dramatic confrontation has erupted on social media between Richard Grenell, Donald Trump's special envoy, and veteran Pakistani journalist Nusrat Javeed, escalating from accusations of influence peddling to challenges about personal safety and journalistic integrity.
The conflict ignited when Javeed, known for his bold commentary, took to both television and Twitter (Now X) to raise questions about Grenell's motives and financial interests. In a provocative tweet, Javeed declared, "I still stand by my suspicions," citing what he claimed were documented accusations of influence peddling against Grenell in GORK-2 reports.
Javeed's bold challenge to Grenell set this media clash apart: "Get me killed, if your complaining doesn't help."
Grenell's response was swift and pointed. The Trump administration official accused Javeed of presenting suspicions as facts and labeled him a "fraud who pushes fake news to get on television." This characterization drew attention to the broader debate about media credibility and the fine line between commentary and accusation.
The exchange took an interesting turn when Javeed, rather than backing down, used Grenell's response to further his argument. "If they were really FAKE, why react in a panic mode?" he questioned, before drawing a pointed contrast between their respective positions: "that made you a millionaire while I remain a struggling journalist and no regrets about it."
As the exchange continues to draw attention, it underscores the evolving dynamics of international media relations and the increasing intersection of Pakistani journalism with global political figures. The controversy has sparked discussions about journalistic responsibility, the role of social media in political discourse, and the personal risks journalists take when challenging powerful figures.
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