BAGHDAD: Iraq’s security forces mistreated and manhandled Pakistani Zaireen when they protested against the Iraq Airways staff over switching off a plane’s air-conditioning system, reported ARY News on Monday.
More than 120 Pakistani pilgrims were on board the Iraqi airline’s flight IA-409 which was scheduled for departure from Baghdad to Karachi.
After boarding the plane, the fliers started complaining about non-functioning air conditioning system. They protested against the airline’s staff when the latter paid no heed to their complaints.
There were also heated exchanges between the cabin crew and passengers.
Subsequently, the Iraqi airline’s staff aided by the local police manhandled some of the passengers and held them hostage.
Speaking to ARY News, one of the fliers said some passengers exchanged heated words with the cabin crew after they didn’t turn on an air conditioner. The Iraqi police tortured more than three passengers, he added.
He said they were currently held hostage by the security forces and were not being allowed to go outside the Baghdad airport.
Taking notice of the incident, Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Overseas Pakistanis and Human Development Zulfi Bukhari said he had talked to Pakistan’s ambassador in Baghdad and efforts are underway to resolve the issue.
The Pakistani Zaireen stranded at the Baghdad airport will soon fly back home, he assured, adding the arrested passengers will also be brought back home after their release.
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