FO dismisses rumors about foreign minister’s health
By Muhammad YaseenPublished On 06 Jan 2023
ISLAMABAD: The Foreign Office on Thursday strongly condemned attempts to hack Wikipedia page of Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi and spread rumours about his health.
Spokesperson Aisha Farooqui in a Twitter statement said: “We strongly condemn attempts by mischievous elements to hack Wikipedia page of FM SMQureshiPTI & spread rumors on social media about his health & well-being.
“By grace of Almighty Allah, FM is recovering fast. Everyone’s prayers, from & abroad, are deeply appreciated.”
On July 3, FM Shah Mahmood Qureshi had revealed that he had tested positive for the novel coronavirus.
“This afternoon I felt a slight fever and immediately quarantined myself at home. I have now tested positive for Covid 19. By the grace of Allah, I feel strong and energetic. I will continue to carry on my duties from home. Please keep me in your prayers,” he tweeted.
