I might be wrong but Iftikhar felt apologizing to Rubab and not going to jail is way better option than all the badnaami that will ensue.
He desperately wanted this halabaloo to end somehow, and in his frustration, he slapped Mustafa.
Even if he believed that Mustafa might have not done this, just apologize and end the matter was his motto.
Though he didn't understand the long run repercussions if Mustafa actually apologized for his father's sake. But he somehow wanted it to be brushed under the carpet.
I know some elders like this in my known circle who did this, asked to apologize even when not at fault, just to end all the discussion. And it left a very bad taste in the mouth for everyone. Nobody forgets even after the apologies.
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