Pakistan Military Jails Ex-ISI Chief Faiz Hameed for 14 Years

• Former ISI chief Lt Gen (retired) Faiz Hameed has been sentenced to 14 years rigorous imprisonment by a military court in Pakistan.
• Hameed was found guilty on multiple counts, including "engaging in political activities," abuse of power, and violating the Official Secrets Act.
• This marks the first time an ex-spymaster has been tried and convicted by a military court in Pakistan's history.
• His arrest last August was linked to the Top City housing scheme scandal and a crackdown on allies of former PM Imran Khan.
• The verdict signals the military leadership's intent that no officer, regardless of rank, will be allowed to engage in politics.

Why It Matters: Ex-ISI chief's conviction signals military's crackdown on officers' political roles.