‘Where’s the humanity?’: Imran Khan’s sons fear for jailed ex-Pakistan PM
Summary
Imran Khan, the former prime minister of Pakistan, has been in jail for three years facing many legal cases, which he denies and says are politically motivated. His family says he is suffering from poor health and mental stress due to solitary confinement, while the Pakistani government denies these claims and says they are following court orders for his care.Key Facts
- Imran Khan has been imprisoned since 2023 in Adiala Jail, Pakistan.
- He faces over 100 legal cases including bribery and leaking secrets, which he denies.
- Most of his convictions have been suspended or overturned, with appeals ongoing.
- Khan’s sons have not spoken to him since March 2027 except for a 20-minute call.
- His family says he is anxious, mentally tortured, and has severe health issues including poor vision.
- The Pakistani government denies neglecting his medical care and says it respects court decisions.
- A Supreme Court order in August 2027 required Khan to be moved to a private hospital and allowed family visits, but he was sent back to jail after a short check-up in a government hospital.
- Khan’s party has filed a legal petition accusing the government of not following the court’s orders properly.
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