Qureshi says he is recovering from COVID-19, urges people not to pay attention to rumours
DLP REPORT
ISLAMABAD
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi, who tested positive for novel coronavirus last week, rubbished on Thursday rumours that he had passed away.
His profile on Wikipedia was edited on July 5 after being hacked, showing that the foreign minister had ‘died’ on July 4.
In a statement, the foreign minister said that “mischievous” elements had edited his profile on the site. “Many complications were created, and it caused distress to my loved ones and family members,” he said, adding that he had even started receiving phone calls.
“There is no truth to these reports, and I am doing well,” the minister said.
The Foreign Office also issued a separate statement about the changes made to Qureshi’s profile.
“We strongly condemn attempts by mischievous elements to hack the Wikipedia page of the foreign minister & spread rumours on social media about his health & well-being,” FO spokesperson Aisha Farooqui posted on Twitter.
“by the grace of Allah, Qureshi is recovering fast. Everyone’s prayers, from Pakistan and abroad, are deeply appreciated,” she said.
Qureshi had tested positive for Covid-19 on July 3. In a tweet, he had said that he had quarantined himself at home after having symptoms, including slight fever.
“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 had said.
