Iqrar-ul-Hassan’s wife, Farah Iqrar, alleges that individuals took the journalist from their DHA Lahore residence during a late-night operation, while authorities have yet to confirm the reported detention.

Former television anchor and journalist Iqrar-ul-Hassan was reportedly taken into custody following a late-night raid at his residence in Lahore’s Defence Housing Authority (DHA) in the early hours of Oct. 12, 2026. The circumstances surrounding the reported detention and his current whereabouts remain unclear.

According to claims shared by his wife, Farah Iqrar, the operation took place at approximately 2:40 a.m. She alleged that individuals entered their home, confiscated mobile phones and took her husband away without informing the family where he was being taken.

Farah also claimed that family members and household staff were mistreated during the operation. She expressed concern about her husband’s safety and called for his immediate release.

The reported incident has prompted questions about the circumstances of the operation, including the identity of the individuals involved and the grounds for the journalist’s reported detention. However, these details have not been independently established.

Claims circulating on social media suggest that the reported detention could be linked to Iqrar-ul-Hassan’s online activity and his political involvement with the Awam Raj Party. However, no verified information provided for this report establishes a connection between those activities and the reported operation.

Iqrar-ul-Hassan resigned from ARY News in April 2026 to pursue his political ambitions. His departure from the television network marked a shift from his journalism career toward political activity.

As of the information available for this report, authorities have not provided a verified account of the reported incident. The agency responsible for the operation, the legal grounds for the reported detention and Iqrar-ul-Hassan’s current legal status remain unconfirmed.

Further clarification from the relevant authorities is needed to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. Until an official account becomes available, the allegations concerning the raid and the treatment of family members and household staff remain attributed to Farah Iqrar.