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ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): The District and Sessions Court of Islamabad on Tuesday continued proceedings in the controversial tweets case against Iman Mazari and Hadi Ali Chatha, with cross-examination of prosecution witnesses taking place during the hearing.
The case is being heard by District and Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka.
During the hearing, Iman Mazari appeared in court along with her legal team. The court initially took a short break to allow time for cross-examination of witnesses. After proceedings resumed, the defense completed cross-examination of NCCIA process server Afzal.
During questioning, the witness stated that copies of his contract and service card were not available at present. He said he signs to receive official mail. Hadi Ali Chatha, who is also an advocate, pointed out that letters received on October 16, 2025, and October 20, 2025, did not mention the time of receipt. He further stated that the signatures made at the time of receipt did not match those of the witnesses.
Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka directed that Iman Mazari should also complete her cross-examination of the witness, noting that a witness cannot be called repeatedly. Hadi Ali Chatha informed the court that Mazari’s counsel was not present. The judge responded that both accused must complete cross-examination of one witness before moving to the next.
Iman Mazari told the court that her counsel, Faisal Siddiqi, would conduct the cross-examination. Later, she adopted the cross-examination already conducted by Hadi Ali Chatha and requested the court to record her objection that her lawyer was not given the opportunity to question the witness. The judge stated that her objection had been noted on record.
The court then proceeded with cross-examination of the second NCCIA witness, Waseem. The witness told the court that he has been working on contract with the Federal Investigation Agency for five years and has served with NCCIA since its formation. He said he did not have his NCCIA service card at the hearing and only carried his FIA card. He added that he had never appeared in court in uniform.
After a short break, the court allowed cross-examination of the third witness, technical expert Anees, presented by the prosecution. Cross-examination remained incomplete, and the court adjourned the hearing until January 5. On the next date, both accused will continue cross-examination of the technical expert.