Imran Khan’s family and party say Pakistan violated court order by taking him to government hospital
Summary
Imprisoned former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan was taken to a government hospital for a medical checkup, which his family and party say broke a Supreme Court order that specified a private hospital. Pakistani officials said Khan was examined, found healthy, and returned to prison, citing security concerns as the reason for the hospital choice.Key Facts
- Imran Khan is an imprisoned former Prime Minister of Pakistan.
- Pakistan’s Supreme Court ordered Khan be examined at Shifa International Hospital, a private hospital.
- Khan’s family and party say he was taken to a government hospital instead, violating the court order.
- Authorities say Khan was brought to a public hospital due to security concerns related to his supporters.
- After the medical exam, officials said Khan was found medically fit and returned to prison.
- Khan’s sister said he is held in solitary confinement and complained of mental distress.
- The government said prison rules allow inmates to get medical care in prison or government hospitals when needed.
- The Supreme Court’s order included allowing family visits as part of the hospital examination process.
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