US and UK criticize Pakistani military court convictions of civilian supporters of Imran Khan
2 weeks, 1 day ago

US and UK criticize Pakistani military court convictions of civilian supporters of Imran Khan

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The United States and the United Kingdom have expressed deep concern over the recent handing down of convictions by Pakistani military courts to 25 civilian supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan over their alleged involvement in riots last year. In London, the Foreign Office said that “while the U.K. respects Pakistan’s sovereignty over its own legal proceedings, trying civilians in military courts lacks transparency, independent scrutiny and undermines the right to a fair trial. There was no response from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government to the criticism from the U.S. and the U.K., but state-run Pakistan Television on Tuesday showed people welcoming the convictions, saying the punishments were given to people who attacked military installations. Without mentioning international criticism of the convictions, Attaullah Tarar, the information minister in Sharif's Cabinet, on Tuesday accused Khan's party of “hiring foreign lobbying groups to run campaigns against Pakistan."

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Pro-Imran riots in Pakistan: Mercy pleas of 19 accepted, says army; 85 stand convicted
6 days, 17 hours ago

Pro-Imran riots in Pakistan: Mercy pleas of 19 accepted, says army; 85 stand convicted

Firstpost  

The mercy petitions of 19 convicts involved in the May 9 pro-Imran Khan riots in Pakistan have been accepted on humanitarian grounds, according to a report, citing the Inter-Services Public Relations on Thursday The mercy petitions of 19 convicts involved in the May 9 pro-Imran Khan riots in Pakistan have been accepted on humanitarian grounds, according to a Dawn report, …

Just Pakistan things: Civilians to be put under military trial? THIS Pakistani minister backs idea
2 weeks ago

Just Pakistan things: Civilians to be put under military trial? THIS Pakistani minister backs idea

India TV News  

On Wednesday, Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar backed military trial of civilians, as he said that such courts were competent to deal with the cases pertaining to attacks on army facilities. Minister attacks Imran Khan's PTI The Pakistani minister also attacked Imran Khan's party, accusing it of using military courts as a political tool, aiming to create controversy around them. …

Pakistan military court sentences 60 more civilians over pro-Khan protests
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2 weeks ago

Pakistan military court sentences 60 more civilians over pro-Khan protests

Al Jazeera  

Imran Khan’s nephew, two retired army officers among those sentenced over attacks on military facilities after former PM’s arrest in May 2023. A Pakistani military court has sentenced 60 civilians to jail time ranging from two to 10 years in connection with attacks on military facilities after the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in 2023. Growing criticism The …

US, UK, EU condemn Pakistan’s convictions for civilians: Why it matters
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

US, UK, EU condemn Pakistan’s convictions for civilians: Why it matters

Al Jazeera  

The EU has warned that Pakistan could be violating a preferential trade deal. Islamabad, Pakistan – The recent sentencing of 25 civilians by a military court in Pakistan drew sharp criticism from the United States, which accused the proceedings of lacking “judicial independence, transparency, and due process guarantees”. The EU also highlighted Pakistan’s beneficiary status under the Generalised Scheme of …

US and UK criticize Pakistani military court convictions of civilian supporters of Imran Khan
2 weeks, 1 day ago

US and UK criticize Pakistani military court convictions of civilian supporters of Imran Khan

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — The United States and the United Kingdom have expressed concern over convictions imposed by Pakistani military courts to 25 civilian supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan over their alleged involvement in riots last year. The Foreign Office in London said that while the U.K. respects Pakistan’s sovereignty over its own legal proceedings, “trying civilians in military courts …

Pakistan military court sentences 25 civilians in Imran Khan arrest violence case, US concerned
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Pakistan military court sentences 25 civilians in Imran Khan arrest violence case, US concerned

Hindustan Times  

A Pakistani military court sentenced 25 civilians to periods ranging from two to 10 years of "rigorous imprisonment". The ruling underscores concerns among supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan that military courts are going to play a bigger role in cases involving the 72-year-old, who is facing multiple charges, including allegedly inciting attacks against the armed forces, PTI …

Pakistan's Military courts sentence 25 civilians for May 9 riots
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Pakistan's Military courts sentence 25 civilians for May 9 riots

The Hindu  

Pakistan’s military courts sentenced 25 civilians to prison terms ranging from two to 10 years for attacking military installations during riots which erupted following the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in May last year, the Army announced on Saturday. In a detailed statement, the military said that the nation on May 9 witnessed tragic incidents of “politically provoked …

Pakistan jails 25 Imran Khan supporters over attacks on military sites
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Pakistan jails 25 Imran Khan supporters over attacks on military sites

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan has jailed 25 civilians over attacks on military facilities that followed the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in 2023. The military’s public relations wing confirmed the ruling on Saturday, stating that a military court had handed down sentences of between two and 10 years of “rigorous imprisonment”, with 14 facing a decade behind bars. The statement did …

Imran Khan is now accused of 188 cases; ex-Pak PM calls govt 'authoritarian'
1 month ago

Imran Khan is now accused of 188 cases; ex-Pak PM calls govt 'authoritarian'

Firstpost  

The former prime minister is booked in 99 cases in Punjab, 76 in Islamabad and two in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Former prime minister Imran Khan accused the government of ’authoritarianism’ as the number of cases and inquiries against him reached 188. As per a post on his official X account, the former prime minister also accused the government of “undermining democratic …

Pakistan former PM Imran Khan indicted for inciting attacks on military
1 month ago

Pakistan former PM Imran Khan indicted for inciting attacks on military

Firstpost  

Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan was indicted on Thursday on charges of inciting attacks against military, a case stemming from deadly anti-government rallies led by his party last year Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan pauses as he speaks with Reuters during an interview, in Lahore, Pakistan on March 17, 2023. Reuters File Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan …

Multiple crisis vectors destabilising Pakistan
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1 month ago

Multiple crisis vectors destabilising Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

Two distinct vectors have intersected in Pakistan this past week. The first was a high-intensity political clash as the jailed Imran Khan’s wife led large numbers of his supporters into the heart of Islamabad in defiance of the government, vowing to remain till their leader was released. A supporter of the jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's party Pakistan …

Pakistan launches ’midnight raid’ to clear Imran Khan supporters from Islamabad after 6 killed in ’do-or-die’ protests
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1 month, 1 week ago

Pakistan launches ’midnight raid’ to clear Imran Khan supporters from Islamabad after 6 killed in ’do-or-die’ protests

Live Mint  

Pakistani security forces launched a midnight operation on Tuesday to disperse thousands of supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who had gathered in Islamabad to demand his release. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf party's protests, demanding the release of its leader Imran Khan, took a violent turn on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of four security personnel and two PTI …

Pak protests: US calls on Pakistani authorities to respect human rights, fundamental freedoms
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pak protests: US calls on Pakistani authorities to respect human rights, fundamental freedoms

ABP News  

Washington, Nov 26 : As thousands in Pakistan defied a crackdown to rally for the release of former prime minister Imran Khan, the United States called on Pakistani authorities to respect human rights and fundamental freedoms and to ensure respect for the country's laws. The 72-year-old former premier, who has been in jail since August last year, issued a "final …

Pakistani government deploys army to ward off Imran Khan protesters as deadly unrest grips Islamabad
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pakistani government deploys army to ward off Imran Khan protesters as deadly unrest grips Islamabad

ABC  

Several security personnel have died and dozens of civilians injured in the latest escalation of protests surrounding Pakistan's capital of Islamabad. Thousands of protesters seeking the release of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan have closed in on the city as of Tuesday afternoon, local time, after days of marching south from the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa — Mr Khan's …

Why Imran Khan is the most powerful man in Pakistan
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why Imran Khan is the most powerful man in Pakistan

India Today  

November 24 saw the beginning of a political showdown between Imran Khan and Pakistan’s government. Thousands of Khan’s supporters marched on Islamabad to put pressure on the country’s weakening administration, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The protesters aimed to achieve three primary objectives: the release of Imran Khan and other detained leaders, a reversal of the alleged election fraud, …

Imran Khan charged with attempted murder after police officer killed during protests in Pakistan
3 months ago

Imran Khan charged with attempted murder after police officer killed during protests in Pakistan

ABC  

Pakistani police have charged former prime minister Imran Khan with attempted murder over the death of a police officer following violent protests in the country last weekend. According to police official Murtaza Qamar, the police officer was critically injured in clashes between Mr Khan's supporters and police in Islamabad and died in hospital. Since his ouster in a no-confidence vote …

Imran Khan's crimes enough to keep him jailed: Pakistan Defence Minister
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Imran Khan's crimes enough to keep him jailed: Pakistan Defence Minister

The Hindu  

Imran Khan's crimes alone are enough to keep him behind bars, Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said, as he dismissed the former prime minister's accusation that the government was pushing to amend the constitution to keep him in prison. Responding to the allegation, Mr. Asif on Tuesday said, "Given PTI founder's long list of crimes, constitutional amendments won't be …

Does Pakistan’s ex-PM Imran Khan face a military trial?
4 months ago

Does Pakistan’s ex-PM Imran Khan face a military trial?

Al Jazeera  

Recent comments by a minister and the army have led to speculation that Khan may face a military trial. Islamabad, Pakistan – The Pakistani military and the civilian government have indicated in recent days that former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who has been imprisoned since August last year, might now be tried in the country’s secretive military courts. Chaudhry’s remarks, …

Pakistan: How Faiz Hameed’s court martial is Gen Asim Munir’s risky shot to get Imran Khan
4 months ago

Pakistan: How Faiz Hameed’s court martial is Gen Asim Munir’s risky shot to get Imran Khan

Firstpost  

Munir is playing a dangerous game targeting former ISI chief Faiz Hameed to seek his vengeance from Imran Khan, this puts the whole institution in danger of being cleaved in half. After probing every single aspect of Imran Khan’s activities, General Asim Munir and his band of brothers haven’t been able to get a single ironclad case against him. The …

Pak's Punjab govt not considering sending Imran Khan's cases to military court trial
4 months, 1 week ago

Pak's Punjab govt not considering sending Imran Khan's cases to military court trial

ABP News  

Lahore, Aug 30 : Pakistan’s Punjab government on Friday said at the moment it is not considering sending the cases of former prime minister Imran Khan to military court for trial. “Currently no proposal is under consideration in the Punjab Cabinet or Punjab Law Department to send Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf founder leader Khan’s cases to military court,” Barth said. Earlier, Federal …

Pakistan: Imran Khan hints willingness to talk with army, says never made accused, only criticised
5 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan: Imran Khan hints willingness to talk with army, says never made accused, only criticised

India TV News  

Islamabad: Pakistan's beleaguered former prime minister Imran Khan on Tuesday signalled willingness to hold talks with the powerful army after finding himself at a blind alley due to scores of cases slapped on him, his wife and senior party leaders. This comes as Khan;'s wife Bushra Bibi was on Tuesday named as a suspect in 11 cases, including the attack …

Imran Khan’s aide threatened with parents’ kidnapping in Pakistan over UK event
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Imran Khan’s aide threatened with parents’ kidnapping in Pakistan over UK event

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Azhar Mashwani, a senior aide to former prime minister Imran Khan, was set to …

Pakistan: Former PM Imran Khan to undergo polygraph test linked to May 9 violence
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan: Former PM Imran Khan to undergo polygraph test linked to May 9 violence

India TV News  

Lahore: A 12-member forensic team arrived at Adiala Jail on Tuesday to conduct a polygraph test on Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan in connection with last year's unprecedented violence in the country, according to a media report. The May 9 riots in 2023 were triggered across the country after 71-year-old Khan was arrested by the National Accountability Bureau in …

'Violation of international law': UN demands release of jailed former Pakistan PM Imran Khan
6 months, 1 week ago

'Violation of international law': UN demands release of jailed former Pakistan PM Imran Khan

India TV News  

Islamabad: A United Nations human rights working group has called for the immediate release of incarcerated former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and said he had been detained "arbitrarily in violation of international laws". It demanded Imran's release, saying it was an “appropriate remedy.” The group said Imran's conviction in the Toshakhana graft case was part of a "much larger …

Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan arbitrarily detained, says UN working group
6 months, 1 week ago

Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan arbitrarily detained, says UN working group

Al Jazeera  

A United Nations human rights working group says former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has been arbitrarily imprisoned in violation of international law. In an opinion issued on Monday, the Geneva-based UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention said the “appropriate remedy would be to release Mr. Khan immediately and accord him an enforceable right to compensation and other reparations, in …

Imran Khan, ex-Pakistan FM Qureshi acquitted by Pakistan court in cipher case
7 months ago

Imran Khan, ex-Pakistan FM Qureshi acquitted by Pakistan court in cipher case

The Hindu  

In a major relief for Imran Khan, a top Pakistani court on June 3 acquitted the beleaguered former Prime Minister as well as his Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi in the cipher case. Imran Khan acquitted in vandalism cases A Pakistani court on June 4 acquitted jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan and other top leaders of his party in …

Pak court acquits Imran Khan in two vandalism cases during protest march in 2022
7 months ago

Pak court acquits Imran Khan in two vandalism cases during protest march in 2022

Hindustan Times  

A Pakistani court on Monday acquitted jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and other top leaders of his party in two cases related to vandalism during an anti-government protest march in 2022. Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan The 71-year-old Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party founder has been in jail since August last year after being convicted in some of the nearly …

Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan's conviction on charges of leaking state secrets overturned
7 months ago

Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan's conviction on charges of leaking state secrets overturned

ABC  

In short: Imran Khan was sentenced to 10 years in prison on charges of making public a classified cable sent to Islamabad by Pakistan's ambassador in Washington in 2022. Imran Khan was sentenced to 10 years in prison on charges of making public a classified cable sent to Islamabad by Pakistan's ambassador in Washington in 2022. A Pakistan high court …

Pakistan's Punjab government approves registration of more cases against Imran Khan
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan's Punjab government approves registration of more cases against Imran Khan

ABP News  

Lahore, May 24 : The cabinet of Pakistan's Punjab government on Friday gave approval to registration of more cases against incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan and his party men for inciting hate against the state institutions especially the Pakistan Army. "The Punjab Cabinet of Maryam Nawaz has approved legal action against Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf founder leader Imran Khan and his …

Pakistan: First glimpse of Imran Khan since his arrest, probe launched over who leaked his photo from court
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan: First glimpse of Imran Khan since his arrest, probe launched over who leaked his photo from court

India TV News  

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan appeared in the Supreme Court on Thursday by video from prison, in connection with a case he has filed against amendments to Pakistan's anti-graft laws. His video appearance was expected to be streamed live on the court's website and YouTube, making it the first publicly seen visuals of the jailed leader since his arrest …

Can Pakistan’s Imran Khan and army patch up, a year after violent clashes?
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Can Pakistan’s Imran Khan and army patch up, a year after violent clashes?

Al Jazeera  

Both sides have so far rejected concessions, but many analysts say this rupture is untenable and a compromise is needed. Addressing army officials during his visit to Lahore Garrison on May 9, Munir said, “There can be no compromise or deal with the planners and architects of this dark chapter in our history.” Munir was referring to the events of …

Pakistan denounces ‘provocative’ remarks by Rajnath Singh
9 months ago

Pakistan denounces ‘provocative’ remarks by Rajnath Singh

The Hindu  

A day after Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s comments that “if terrorists run away to Pakistan, we will enter Pakistan to kill them”, Spokesperson of Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday “denounced the provocative remarks” while asserting that it stands resolute in its “intent and ability” to safeguard its sovereignty against any “act of aggression”. The office of the Spokesperson …

US lawmakers urge Biden administration to not recognise new Pakistan govt over alleged interference
10 months, 1 week ago

US lawmakers urge Biden administration to not recognise new Pakistan govt over alleged interference

India TV News  

Washington: At least 31 US lawmakers have signed a letter to President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging them to not recognise the new government of Pakistan until an investigation of election interference. Now, Pakistan is heading towards a coalition government between Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz, Pakistan Peoples Party, and four smaller parties with Shehbaz Sharif as the …

US, UK and EU express concerns over Pakistan's electoral process, urge probe into irregularities
10 months, 4 weeks ago

US, UK and EU express concerns over Pakistan's electoral process, urge probe into irregularities

India TV News  

Washington: The United States, the United Kingdom and the European Union on Friday expressed concerns about Pakistan's elections after the vote was held on Friday amid allegations of rigging, militant violence and a country-wide shutdown on mobile and internet services. The US State Department said there were "undue restrictions, opens new tab" on freedoms of expressions and assembly while noting …

‘Serious concerns’: World reacts to Pakistan polls as vote count continues
11 months ago

‘Serious concerns’: World reacts to Pakistan polls as vote count continues

Al Jazeera  

Countries including the US and UK called for authorities to investigate reported irregularities in Pakistan’s election. Here are some global reactions to events so far: United States The US Department of State has said it is looking forward to “timely, complete election results” from Pakistan reflecting the will of its people. “The UK urges authorities in Pakistan to uphold fundamental …

OPINION: SUSPENSE IN PAKISTAN, BUT ARMY WILL BE THE ULTIMATE ARBITER
11 months ago

OPINION: SUSPENSE IN PAKISTAN, BUT ARMY WILL BE THE ULTIMATE ARBITER

India TV News  

Pakistan is facing a tense situation with conflicting claims being made by Imran Khan and Nawaz Sharif camps. On the other hand, Nawaz Sharif’s daughter Maryam Nawaz, chief organiser of the party, claimed that her father would deliver a “victory speech”. PTI leader Lateef Khosa claimed that his party would form the government without entering into any coalition, and “Nawaz …

A timeline of key events leading up to Pakistan’s parliamentary election
11 months ago

A timeline of key events leading up to Pakistan’s parliamentary election

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — A list of some key events over the last few years leading up to Pakistan’s parliamentary election on Thursday: July 25, 2018 — Pakistanis vote for a new government in an election marred by violence and allegations of fraud. April 9, 2022 — Pakistan’s political opposition topples Imran Khan in a no-confidence vote in parliament. Aug. 5, 2023 …

Pakistan elections 2024: How the military has bowled a bouncer to Imran Khan
11 months ago

Pakistan elections 2024: How the military has bowled a bouncer to Imran Khan

Firstpost  

The Pakistan elections are just two days away — it is scheduled for 8 February — but for all it seems the results are already in. And it doesn’t bode well for former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. Disassembling the PTI Besides incarcerating Imran Khan, Pakistan’s military kingmakers have also taken other steps to ensure …

Imran Khan claims he defied US pressure, urges people to use ‘weapon of vote’ on Feb 8
11 months ago

Imran Khan claims he defied US pressure, urges people to use ‘weapon of vote’ on Feb 8

The Hindu  

Days ahead of the February 8 general elections in Pakistan, jailed former prime minister Imran Khan on claimed had he not challenged the U.S. might, no premier in Pakistan could have dared to withstand such blatant foreign interference in its internal matters in the future. Mr. Khan, currently lodged at the high-security Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, took to X to …

DC Edit | Imran’s career buried under convictions
11 months, 1 week ago

DC Edit | Imran’s career buried under convictions

Deccan Chronicle  

Buried under an avalanche of convictions that seem premeditated, Imran Khan Niazi is ineligible to participate in the February 8 general elections in Pakistan. Incarcerated since August 2023 in a three-year jail term for selling state gifts worth half a million dollars, Imran was sentenced Tuesday to 10 years for revealing state secrets, as in a missing cable alleging US …

Imran Khan’s conviction a week before election is a mirror image of the past: diplomats
11 months, 1 week ago

Imran Khan’s conviction a week before election is a mirror image of the past: diplomats

The Hindu  

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan’s latest conviction in the ‘Cipher Case’ on Tuesday, which comes just 10 days before general elections, is a dramatic development, but one in step with past elections that have been “managed”, said diplomats who have served there, who indicated that this year’s election winners would also be “selected, rather than elected” by the military …

Explained: Main criminal cases against Pakistan's Imran Khan
11 months, 1 week ago

Explained: Main criminal cases against Pakistan's Imran Khan

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan's former prime minister and cricketer Imran Khan received a 10-year jail sentence on Tuesday for leaking state secrets in the harshest punishment of multiple cases he faces. Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan In prison since August, the 71-year-old denies wrongdoing and accuses the military of persecuting him. GIFTS CASE Khan was handed a three-year prison sentence in August …

Imran Khan: Former Pakistan prime minister sentenced to 10 years in prison for leaking official state secrets
11 months, 1 week ago

Imran Khan: Former Pakistan prime minister sentenced to 10 years in prison for leaking official state secrets

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A special court in Pakistan …

Pakistani court sentences former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 10 years for revealing state secrets
11 months, 1 week ago

Pakistani court sentences former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 10 years for revealing state secrets

The Hindu  

A Pakistani court on January 30 sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and one of his party deputies to 10 years in prison each, after finding them guilty of revealing official secrets. Editorial | Stifling dissent: On Imran Khan’s arrest and Pakistan’s democracy According to Zulfiqar Bukhari, spokesman for Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, the court announced the verdict at a …

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan sentenced to 10 years jail in state secrets case
11 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan sentenced to 10 years jail in state secrets case

Al Jazeera  

Khan and his deputy Shah Mahmood Qureshi sentenced in so-called cypher case, about a week before the February 8 general elections. Islamabad, Pakistan – A Pakistan court has sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his close aide, former Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi, to 10 years in jail in a case related to the leaking of state secrets. Political …

Former Pakistani leader Imran Khan sentenced to 10 years for revealing state secrets
11 months, 1 week ago

Former Pakistani leader Imran Khan sentenced to 10 years for revealing state secrets

LA Times  

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan speaks to reporters at his residence in Lahore on Aug. 3. A Pakistani court Tuesday sentenced former Prime Minister Imran Khan and one of his party deputies to 10 years in prison each, after finding them guilty of revealing official secrets. Authorities said that Khan and Shah Mahmood Qureshi, the deputy who also received …

Has Pakistan’s top court cleared former PM Sharif’s way back to power?
1 year ago

Has Pakistan’s top court cleared former PM Sharif’s way back to power?

Al Jazeera  

Islamabad, Pakistan — Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif appears poised to compete in the country’s February 8 legislative elections that could see him return to power, after the nation’s Supreme Court reversed its six-year-old verdict disqualifying politicians found to not be “honest and righteous”. But while some analysts said that the top court’s Monday verdict helps balance the power …

Pakistan: Major blow to Imran Khan as EC rejects 90 per cent of PTI leaders candidacy for 2024 polls
1 year ago

Pakistan: Major blow to Imran Khan as EC rejects 90 per cent of PTI leaders candidacy for 2024 polls

India TV News  

Pakistan elections: In a major blow to former Prime Minister Imran Khan, the Pakistan Election Commission on Saturday rejected his candidature for the upcoming country’s parliamentary election. Election officials disallowed Khan’s candidacy because of his conviction and what they said was his disqualification under the constitution, according to documents. Imran's lawyers term ECP's move an injustice The 71-year-old former cricketer …

Pakistan Court Gives Nod for Military Trials for 103 Imran Khan Supporters
1 year ago

Pakistan Court Gives Nod for Military Trials for 103 Imran Khan Supporters

News 18  

Pakistan’s top court on Wednesday allowed military courts to resume the trials of more than 100 supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan on charges of attacking military installations during violent demonstrations that broke out following Khan’s arrest in May. The latest order by the Supreme Court came less than two months after five judges on the same court stopped …

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