The opposition in the  Senate  opposed a reported government plan of including the army in the ongoing talks with the outlawed Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).

“There are talks about inclusion of the army in the talks (with the Taliban). It will not be appropriate for the civil government. And if such a step is taken, its consequences will be grave and dangerous,” parliamentary leader of the main opposition PPP Raza Rabbani said while speaking on a point of order.  “The government is abdicating its space” He warned.