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Pakistan: Imran Khan 'ready to hold talks' with military

Pakistan's port city of Gwadar have been rocked by protests, thousands of protestors have brought the city to a standstill leading to clashes between the police forces and the protestors

Protests erupt in Pak's port city of Gwadar, bring the city to a standstill

August 5 (Monday) marks one year of Pakistan's former prime minister, Imran Khan's incarceration. To mark the one-year anniversary of the imprisonment of the party founder, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced a series of nationwide protests set for August 5.&nbsp;

PTI stalwart Asad Qaiser during a press conference held in Islamabad&nbsp;said, "August 5 marks the day of PTI founder's arrest, we will stage protests on that day."

Geo News reports that the party said it will demand Khan's release during the demonstrations.

Qaiser also criticised the "indiscriminate crackdown" against PTI members, claiming that lawmakers and social media activists are facing a "vicious witch-hunt."

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"This crackdown is being done after the Supreme Court's verdict [on the reserved seats]," Qaiser stated, urging the apex court to take suo motu notice of the situation.&nbsp;

The Supreme Court's short order on July 12 allowed PTI to secure seats reserved for women and minorities in the assemblies. The court directed PTI to submit a list of eligible candidates for these seats to the Election Commission of Pakistan within 15 days, with the commission expected to publish the list within seven days.

However, the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) have filed a review petition against the Supreme Court's decision.&nbsp;

Qaiser demanded an end to the "baseless cases" against PTI leaders, highlighting the continued arrests of party members.

He further alleged that "41 MNAs are being forced to quit the party," and warned that parliament's status would be compromised if parliamentarians were treated disrespectfully.&nbsp;

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He also called on all political parties to join PTI in opposing what he termed a "fake and mandate-less government."

The press event was also addressed by the party's Secretary General, Omar Ayub Khan, and other key members.

<h2>Fascism</h2>

PTI Secretary General Omar Ayub Khan echoed Qaiser's sentiments, condemning the government's mistreatment of PTI lawmakers and the enforced disappearances of party workers. He mentioned specific cases against members like Sheikh Waqas and his aides, labelling them as acts of "fascism".

The PTI leadership is planning a key session to discuss future strategies, which may include a sit-in at D-Chowk, Islamabad, among other options. Omar reiterated that fresh elections are essential to address the country's issues, aligning with the broader demands of the PTI protests.

<h2>Imran Khan's arrest</h2>

Imran Khan was arrested on August 5, 2023, from Lahore, following a court's three-year prison sentence for his involvement in the illegal sale of state gifts.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

August 5 (Monday) marks one year of Pakistan's former prime minister, Imran Khan's incarceration. To mark the one-year anniversary of the imprisonment of the party founder, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced a series of nationwide protests set for August 5.

August 5 (Monday) marks one year of Pakistan's former prime minister, Imran Khan's incarceration. To mark the one-year anniversary of the imprisonment of the party founder, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced a series of nationwide protests set for August 5. PTI stalwart Asad Qaiser during a press conference held in Islamabad said, "August 5 marks the day of PTI founder's arrest, we will stage protests on that day." Geo News reports that the party said it will demand Khan's release during the demonstrations. Qaiser also criticised the "indiscriminate crackdown" against PTI members, claiming that lawmakers and social media activists are facing a "vicious witch-hunt." Also read | Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan refuses polygraph and other forensic tests amid May 9 riot investigations "This crackdown is being done after the Supreme Court's verdict [on the reserved seats]," Qaiser stated, urging the apex court to take suo motu notice of the situation. The Supreme Court's short order on July 12 allowed PTI to secure seats reserved for women and minorities in the assemblies. The court directed PTI to submit a list of eligible candidates for these seats to the Election Commission of Pakistan within 15 days, with the commission expected to publish the list within seven days. However, the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) have filed a review petition against the Supreme Court's decision. Qaiser demanded an end to the "baseless cases" against PTI leaders, highlighting the continued arrests of party members. He further alleged that "41 MNAs are being forced to quit the party," and warned that parliament's status would be compromised if parliamentarians were treated disrespectfully. Also read | Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan to contest elections for chancellor of Oxford University from jail: Report He also called on all political parties to join PTI in opposing what he termed a "fake and mandate-less government." The press event was also addressed by the party's Secretary General, Omar Ayub Khan, and other key members. Fascism PTI Secretary General Omar Ayub Khan echoed Qaiser's sentiments, condemning the government's mistreatment of PTI lawmakers and the enforced disappearances of party workers. He mentioned specific cases against members like Sheikh Waqas and his aides, labelling them as acts of "fascism". The PTI leadership is planning a key session to discuss future strategies, which may include a sit-in at D-Chowk, Islamabad, among other options. Omar reiterated that fresh elections are essential to address the country's issues, aligning with the broader demands of the PTI protests. Imran Khan's arrest Imran Khan was arrested on August 5, 2023, from Lahore, following a court's three-year prison sentence for his involvement in the illegal sale of state gifts. (With inputs from agencies)

Imran Khan completes one year in jail on August 5, PTI party to protest against 'indiscriminate crackdown'

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently in jail, will apply for the post of Oxford University Chancellor, United Kingdom-based The Telegraph reported quoting his advisor on international media, Syed Zulfi Bukhari, as saying.&nbsp;

Khan has been in jail for about one year. Notably, all four convictions handed down to him ahead of a parliamentary election in February have either been suspended or overturned.&nbsp;

However, authorities rearrested Khan and his wife in an old corruption case on charges of selling state gifts unlawfully after being acquitted on the last of those four convictions. He also faces an accusation of inciting his supporters to attack military installations last year.&nbsp;

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Despite all the legal troubles, Khan has decided to run for the post, with former UK Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Boris Johnson reportedly being Khan's opponents.&nbsp;

"Imran Khan will contest for the chancellor of Oxford University as there is a public demand that he should contest," Bukhari told The Telegraph.&nbsp;

"We will announce it publicly once we get a go-ahead from Khan and start the signature campaign for it," he further added.&nbsp;

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The report mentioned that the seat was vacant after the resignation of 80-year-old Lord Patten, who is the former governor of Hong Kong and Tory Party chairman. He held the post for 21 years.&nbsp;

Khan was a student of Economics and Politics at Keble College, Oxford in 1972. He was also the captain of the university's cricket team.&nbsp;

He debuted for Pakistan's Test cricket team in 1971 and served as the chancellor of Bradford University from 2005 to 2014.&nbsp;

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<h2>Police arrest Khan's aides&nbsp;</h2>

On Monday (July 22), Pakistan police arrested two aides of the former Pakistan PM&nbsp;in a raid on his party's secretariat.

A police contingent cordoned off the secretariat in Islamabad and detained the party's acting chairman Gohar Khan and its secretary information Rauf Hasan, a party spokesman Zulfikar Bukhari told the news agency Reuters in a WhatsApp message.&nbsp;

His Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party later said the acting chairman had been released shortly after being detained.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently in jail, will apply for the post of Oxford University Chancellor, United Kingdom-based The Telegraph reported quoting his advisor on international media, Syed Zulfi Bukhari, as saying.

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently in jail, will apply for the post of Oxford University Chancellor, United Kingdom-based The Telegraph reported quoting his advisor on international media, Syed Zulfi Bukhari, as saying. Khan has been in jail for about one year. Notably, all four convictions handed down to him ahead of a parliamentary election in February have either been suspended or overturned. However, authorities rearrested Khan and his wife in an old corruption case on charges of selling state gifts unlawfully after being acquitted on the last of those four convictions. He also faces an accusation of inciting his supporters to attack military installations last year. Also read: Imran Khan’s PTI announces countrywide protest for release of all arrested leaders Despite all the legal troubles, Khan has decided to run for the post, with former UK Prime Ministers Tony Blair and Boris Johnson reportedly being Khan's opponents. "Imran Khan will contest for the chancellor of Oxford University as there is a public demand that he should contest," Bukhari told The Telegraph. "We will announce it publicly once we get a go-ahead from Khan and start the signature campaign for it," he further added. Also read: India and China to discuss withdrawal of thousands of troops stationed along LAC The report mentioned that the seat was vacant after the resignation of 80-year-old Lord Patten, who is the former governor of Hong Kong and Tory Party chairman. He held the post for 21 years. Khan was a student of Economics and Politics at Keble College, Oxford in 1972. He was also the captain of the university's cricket team. He debuted for Pakistan's Test cricket team in 1971 and served as the chancellor of Bradford University from 2005 to 2014. Watch this report: × Police arrest Khan's aides On Monday (July 22), Pakistan police arrested two aides of the former Pakistan PM in a raid on his party's secretariat. A police contingent cordoned off the secretariat in Islamabad and detained the party's acting chairman Gohar Khan and its secretary information Rauf Hasan, a party spokesman Zulfikar Bukhari told the news agency Reuters in a WhatsApp message. His Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party later said the acting chairman had been released shortly after being detained. (With inputs from agencies)

Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan to contest elections for chancellor of Oxford University from jail: Report

The opposition alliance led by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has postponed the nationwide protest which was scheduled for Friday (July 26) for the release of party prisoners, including former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan opposition bloc postpones nationwide stir

The opposition alliance led by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced country-wide protests on Friday (July 26) for the release of party prisoners, including former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf led opposition bloc gives protest call

Pakistan: PTI led opposition alliance calls for a nationwide protest

Pakistan authorities on Friday braced for a possible showdown with supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf after the party announced a countrywide protest for the release of all arrested party leaders.

Apart from the PTI, the rightwing Jamaat-e-Islami also announced a demonstration in Islamabad against the rising high cost of electricity and other commodities.

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party will hold nationwide protests for the release of 71-year-old founder Khan and other arrested party leaders and workers.

Khan was arrested on August 5 last year after his conviction in the first Toshakhana corruption case filed by the Election Commission of Pakistan. Since then, he has been kept in jail in various cases.

Though the former-cricketer-turned-politician had secured bail or his conviction was set aside, he has not been released.

According to the PTI, it will hold a protest in front of the National Press Club in the capital, while the Jamaat-e-Islami plans to stage a sit-in at the famous F-Chowk facing the parliament building.

Meanwhile, police in Islamabad imposed section 144, banning all kinds of gatherings, including protests in the federal capital, and sealing the Red Zone for all entries. The zone houses key government offices and embassies.

Police also partially closed the Islamabad Highway at the Faizabad Interchange, which sits at the main entry point from Rawalpindi to Islamabad.

Separately, the Punjab Home Department imposed section 144 in the province to ban all protests and gatherings.

The PTI has claimed its party leaders are being arrested ahead of nationwide protests, saying that the Punjab Police raided PTI leader Raja Basharat’s house in Rawalpindi. It also noted that more than a dozen people, including lawmaker Javed Iqbal, have been arrested in the Rahim Yar Khan city.

The party says the police in Lahore raided the house and camp of PTI leader Mehr Naeemullah and arrested five of his friends, but Naeemullah managed to escape from there.

So far, the authorities have thwarted the efforts of the PTI to hold big rallies. The call for Friday’s protest comes after the party was reinvigorated by the Supreme Court judgment of July 12, which not only endorsed its status as a political party but also awarded it reserved seats.

Strengthened by the verdict, PTI Secretary General Omar Ayub Khan asked his workers to prepare for elections.

“New election will be held after November as the current government has failed,” he said.

The Supreme Court on July 12 declared that the PTI was a political party and eligible to receive reserved seats for women and non-Muslims in the national and provincial assemblies. The ruling meant that independent members of the parliament who won elections with the support of PTI could join it.

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Pakistan authorities on Friday braced for a possible showdown with supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf after the party announced a countrywide protest for the release of all arrested party leaders.

Pakistan authorities on Friday braced for a possible showdown with supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf after the party announced a countrywide protest for the release of all arrested party leaders. Apart from the PTI, the rightwing Jamaat-e-Islami also announced a demonstration in Islamabad against the rising high cost of electricity and other commodities. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party will hold nationwide protests for the release of 71-year-old founder Khan and other arrested party leaders and workers. Khan was arrested on August 5 last year after his conviction in the first Toshakhana corruption case filed by the Election Commission of Pakistan. Since then, he has been kept in jail in various cases. Though the former-cricketer-turned-politician had secured bail or his conviction was set aside, he has not been released. According to the PTI, it will hold a protest in front of the National Press Club in the capital, while the Jamaat-e-Islami plans to stage a sit-in at the famous F-Chowk facing the parliament building. Meanwhile, police in Islamabad imposed section 144, banning all kinds of gatherings, including protests in the federal capital, and sealing the Red Zone for all entries. The zone houses key government offices and embassies. Police also partially closed the Islamabad Highway at the Faizabad Interchange, which sits at the main entry point from Rawalpindi to Islamabad. Separately, the Punjab Home Department imposed section 144 in the province to ban all protests and gatherings. The PTI has claimed its party leaders are being arrested ahead of nationwide protests, saying that the Punjab Police raided PTI leader Raja Basharat’s house in Rawalpindi. It also noted that more than a dozen people, including lawmaker Javed Iqbal, have been arrested in the Rahim Yar Khan city. The party says the police in Lahore raided the house and camp of PTI leader Mehr Naeemullah and arrested five of his friends, but Naeemullah managed to escape from there. So far, the authorities have thwarted the efforts of the PTI to hold big rallies. The call for Friday’s protest comes after the party was reinvigorated by the Supreme Court judgment of July 12, which not only endorsed its status as a political party but also awarded it reserved seats. Strengthened by the verdict, PTI Secretary General Omar Ayub Khan asked his workers to prepare for elections. “New election will be held after November as the current government has failed,” he said. The Supreme Court on July 12 declared that the PTI was a political party and eligible to receive reserved seats for women and non-Muslims in the national and provincial assemblies. The ruling meant that independent members of the parliament who won elections with the support of PTI could join it. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Imran Khan’s PTI announces countrywide protest for release of all arrested leaders

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday (Jul&nbsp;23) refused to undergo polygraph, photogrammetry, and voice matching tests, despite efforts by a Lahore police team to interrogate him regarding a dozen cases linked to the May 9 riots.

A 12-member team, led by DSP Javed Asif and including officials from the Punjab Forensic Science Agency (PFSA), arrived at Adiala Jail, where Khan has been imprisoned for nearly a year, to question the former Pak PM&nbsp;and conduct the necessary forensic tests.

<h2>Imran Khan's distrust of authorities</h2>

As per Pakistani newspaper&nbsp;Dawn reports, Khan initially refused to answer police questions, citing distrust in the authorities and demanded&nbsp;the presence of his lawyers.&nbsp;

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"I am under investigation by many agencies and will not take any tests for now. I will give the police time later regarding different tests," he stated.

However, after assurances from DSP Asif that justice would be ensured, Khan agreed to answer questions for about 15 minutes, but adamantly refused the requested forensic tests.

<h2>Continued non-cooperation</h2>

This was the second visit by the Lahore police team.&nbsp;Previously, on Monday (Jul&nbsp;22), a team led by DSP Javed arrived at Adiala jail at 4 pm and waited for about 3.5 hours to investigate Khan. However, Khan refused to allow the team to proceed with their investigation.

Citing an official privy to the development, Dawn stated that the investigative team&nbsp;informed Khan of his status as a nominated accused person in 12 cases related to anti-terrorism. He was&nbsp;also charged with inciting the public against the state, along with other charges&nbsp;stemming from the violent protests on May&nbsp;9.&nbsp;

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Khan was also reminded that he was on physical remand as allowed by the court, and the investigation officers required his cooperation for interrogation in the cases.

The police officials questioned Khan about various aspects of the May 9 riots, which targeted the Lahore corps commander’s residence, military installations, and public properties.

Following their visit, the police team and PFSA experts briefed Lahore DIG Investigation Zeeshan Asghar on Khan's lack of cooperation. The matter will now be discussed in a meeting of senior police officers who will devise a strategy for a follow-up visit in consultation with the prosecution department.

(With inputs from agencies)

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday (Jul 23) refused to undergo polygraph, photogrammetry, and voice matching tests, despite efforts by a Lahore police team to interrogate him regarding a dozen cases linked to the May 9 riots.

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday (Jul 23) refused to undergo polygraph, photogrammetry, and voice matching tests, despite efforts by a Lahore police team to interrogate him regarding a dozen cases linked to the May 9 riots. A 12-member team, led by DSP Javed Asif and including officials from the Punjab Forensic Science Agency (PFSA), arrived at Adiala Jail, where Khan has been imprisoned for nearly a year, to question the former Pak PM and conduct the necessary forensic tests. Imran Khan's distrust of authorities As per Pakistani newspaper Dawn reports, Khan initially refused to answer police questions, citing distrust in the authorities and demanded the presence of his lawyers. Also read | I'm being caged like a terrorist: Jailed ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan "I am under investigation by many agencies and will not take any tests for now. I will give the police time later regarding different tests," he stated. However, after assurances from DSP Asif that justice would be ensured, Khan agreed to answer questions for about 15 minutes, but adamantly refused the requested forensic tests. Continued non-cooperation This was the second visit by the Lahore police team. Previously, on Monday (Jul 22), a team led by DSP Javed arrived at Adiala jail at 4 pm and waited for about 3.5 hours to investigate Khan. However, Khan refused to allow the team to proceed with their investigation. Citing an official privy to the development, Dawn stated that the investigative team informed Khan of his status as a nominated accused person in 12 cases related to anti-terrorism. He was also charged with inciting the public against the state, along with other charges stemming from the violent protests on May 9. Also read | Pakistan calls out Germany after attack by Afghan nationals on consulate in Frankfurt Khan was also reminded that he was on physical remand as allowed by the court, and the investigation officers required his cooperation for interrogation in the cases. The police officials questioned Khan about various aspects of the May 9 riots, which targeted the Lahore corps commander’s residence, military installations, and public properties. Following their visit, the police team and PFSA experts briefed Lahore DIG Investigation Zeeshan Asghar on Khan's lack of cooperation. The matter will now be discussed in a meeting of senior police officers who will devise a strategy for a follow-up visit in consultation with the prosecution department. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan refuses polygraph and other forensic tests amid May 9 riot investigations

Pakistan's police on Monday raided the headquarters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party in Islamabad and arrested party's Chairman Gohar Ali Khan. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan police raid headquarters of PTI, Chairman Gohar Ali Khan arrested

#Gravitas | Pakistan is swirling with a controversy surrounding former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's imprisonment. Imran Khan claims he is being treated like a terrorist in his cell, but the government insists he’s living in comfort. As the argument rages on, we are left to wonder about the true nature of Khan's imprisonment. Is he a victim of a political vendetta, or is the government’s portrayal accurate? Who is lying? Who is telling the truth?

Gravitas | Pakistan: Victim of political vendetta or 'living in Presidential suite'?

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently in jail, said he was being caged like a terrorist. In an interview with The Times, Khan- the chairperson of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf- said on Sunday (Jul 21), "I am confined in a 7ft by 8ft death cell, typically reserved for terrorists to ensure they have no contact with anyone.

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently in jail, said he was being caged like a terrorist. In an interview with The Times, Khan- the chairperson of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf- said on Sunday (Jul 21), "I am confined in a 7ft by 8ft death cell, typically reserved for terrorists to ensure they have no contact with anyone." “It is solitary confinement with barely any space to move. I am under constant surveillance by the agencies, being recorded 24/7, and I am denied basic prisoner and human rights such as visitation,” he added. The Times reported that the interview was conducted via Khan’s lawyers because he is not allowed pencil and paper. Imran jailed for almost a year Khan, the cricketer turned politician, has been behind bars for nearly a year now. He remains in jail for three charges- corruption for allegedly selling state gifts; treason for leaking state documents; and illegal and un-Islamic marriage. Khan's wife Bushra Bibi also remains behind bars. Also read | Pakistan govt to ban PTI, initiate treason proceedings against former PM Imran Khan Earlier this month, the United Nations (UN) said that Khan's detention was arbitrary and in violation of international law. In a statement, the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention said, "appropriate remedy would be to release Mr Khan immediately and accord him an enforceable right to compensation and other reparations, in accordance with international law." The group also said that the 71-year-old former PM's legal woes were part of a "much larger campaign of repression" against him and the PTI. It said that in the lead-up to the 2024 elections, members of Khan's party were arrested and tortured and their rallies were disrupted. It also alleged "widespread fraud on election day, stealing dozens of parliamentary seats." Khan on govt threatening to ban PTI Last week, Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said that the government would ban PTI permanently. "We believe that there is credible evidence that PTI should be banned," Tarar said, citing allegations against Khan including leaking state secrets and inciting riots. Tarar said if Pakistan were to move in a forward direction, it could not do so with PTI's existence. Reacting to the minister's remarks, Khan told The Times, “These games are being played to break me and my party, but by the grace of the Almighty, nothing has or will succeed.” (With inputs from agencies)

I'm being caged like a terrorist: Jailed ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan

Credit rating agency Fitch has raised concerns that Pakistan’s political turmoil could disrupt its path to economic recovery. Its report says that a change in government before the next parliamentary election is also 'highly likely'. Watch this video for more details.

Gravitas: Pakistan political turmoil could derail economic recovery, warns Fitch

The tussle is on between Pakistan's coalition government and Imran Khan's PTI Party. Leaders of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf have lashed out at the ruling coalition for trying to ban the party. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan | Imran Khan likely to stay in jail, no relief for Khan: Fitch report

The United States State Department said on Monday it was following reports of the Pakistan government’s plans to ban the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party of ex-premier Imran Khan, adding that outlawing any political party was of “great concern” to Washington.

US concerned over Pakistan government's ban on Imran Khan's Party

During a press briefing, the US State department spokesperson expressed concern regarding potential restrictions on the Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party by the government. Watch in for more details!

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In Pakistan, the&nbsp;Bannu cantonment in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, over 330 km east of Islamabad, came under heavy attack early Monday.&nbsp;The attack was reportedly led by several suicide bombers.

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Pakistan Government on Monday announced that it will ban jailed ex-prime minister Imran Khan’s party PTI for its alleged involvement in anti-state activities and slap cases against him and two of his senior party colleagues for treason. Watch in for more details!

Pakistan govt to move Supreme Court to ban Imran Khan's party PTI

Pakistan's Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar said on Monday (July 15) that the government would ban Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, the political party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan.

Pakistan's Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar said on Monday (July 15) that the government would ban Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, the political party of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan. It also plans to initiate Article 6 proceedings against PTI founder Imran Khan, ex-president Dr Arif Alvi, and former NA deputy speaker, Qasim Suri. The steps are being seen as an attempt to prevent Khan’s PTI from becoming the single largest party in the National Assembly after Khan's party was granted relief by the top court in the reserved seats case as well as to the party chief in the Iddat case. Addressing a press conference in Islamabad, Information and Broadcasting Minister Tarar said, "The federal government will move a case to ban the PTI." Tarar added that the case would be taken to the Supreme Court. "We believe that there is credible evidence that PTI should be banned," the minister said, citing allegations against Khan including leaking state secrets and inciting riots. Tarar further shared that the Shahbaz Sharif government has decided to file a reference against former president Arif Alvi, Imran Khan, and the ex-deputy speaker of the National Assembly, Qasim Suri, under Article 6 of the Constitution, which corresponds to high treason, for dissolving the assemblies in April 2022, despite a motion of no-confidence being moved against Khan in the Parliament. 'Pak cannot move forward with PTI's existence' Tarar further told reporters that if Pakistan were to move in a forward direction, it could not do so with PTI's existence. Also read | Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi acquitted in illegal marriage case “In view of the foreign funding case, May 9 riots, and the cipher episode as well as the resolution passed in the US, we believe that there is very credible evidence present to have the PTI banned,” he said. The timing of the potential ban The government's decision comes just a few days after Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were acquitted in the illegal marriage case. Khan is in jail for nearly a year over a slew of court cases he says were orchestrated to prevent his return to power in the February elections. The verdict in the illegal marriage case was a big relief for Khan but the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) arrested him and his wife in a new case about Toshakhana. The decision also comes days after the Supreme Court ruled that the PTI was eligible for more than 20 extra reserved seats in parliament, ramping up pressure on the government.

Pakistan govt to ban PTI, initiate treason proceedings against former PM Imran Khan

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BREAKING: Pakistan government to move case to ban Imran Khan's PTI

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his third wife were acquitted on charges of marrying unlawfully by a Pakistan court on Saturday, yet he will not be freed after authorities issued fresh orders to arrest him.

Pakistan's Imran Khan to remain in jail despite acquittal in marriage case

The PTI founder and Bushra were sentenced to seven years in prison in February earlier this year after a trial court found their nikah to be fraudulent as Khawar Maneka, Bushra's ex-husband, moved the court against the couple's marriage

Huge relief for Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in the Iddat case as Islamad court acquits them

In addition, the court had issued an arrest warrant for Mr. Khan in the Toshakhana gifts case—a case unrelated to the one in which he was found guilty in August, taken into custody, and eventually released on bond.

Imran Khan to remain in jail despite acquital in illegal marriage case | Legal trouble not over yet

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were on Saturday (July 13) acquitted by a court in the illegal marriage (iddat) case. A report by Geo News said that a district and sessions court in Islamabad accepted Khan and Bibi's pleas seeking annulment of their conviction in the case.

Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were on Saturday (July 13) acquitted by a court in the illegal marriage (iddat) case. A report by Geo News said that a district and sessions court in Islamabad accepted Khan and Bibi's pleas seeking annulment of their conviction in the case. The order was announced by Additional Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka. In February, Khan and Bibi were sentenced to seven years in prison and awarded a fine of $1,798 (around PKR 500,000) after a trial court found their 'nikah' to be fraudulent as Khawar Maneka, Bushra's ex-husband, moved the court against the couple's marriage. The former PM and his wife challenged their conviction and even moved the Islamabad High Court (IHC) seeking varying relief from the court. The verdict On Saturday, Additional Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka said that Khan and Bibi should be immediately released from jail if they were not wanted in any other case. "Both the petitions seeking the formation of a medical board and consultations with the religious scholars are hereby rejected," the district and sessions court said in its verdict, Geo News reported. Also read | Pakistani government submits details of former PM Imran Khan's living conditions in jail The court's verdict is a big relief for Khan, the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party. With the Toshakhana case sentences suspended and acquittal in the cipher case, the former prime minister was incarcerated at the Adiala Jail in the Iddat case only. However, the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) arrested Khan and wife in a new case pertaining to Toshakhana. An overview of the case The illegal marriage case came to light when a petitioner claimed that Bibi was divorced by her former husband Maneka in November 2017 and married Khan in January 2018, even though her iddat period had not ended. Also watch | Race to Power: Pak top court grants 23 reserved seats to Imran Khan's PTI × The petitioner's plea was rejected by the district and sessions court in Islamabad. Geo News reported that later Maneka filed a complaint against the "un-Islamic marriage" of Khan and Bushra in the court of Civil Judge Qudratullah on November 25, 2023 under relevant sections of the Pakistan Penal Code. Khan and Bibi were indicted in the case on January 16 this year. Following a hearing in the Adiala Jail, the trial court reserved its verdict on February 2 and handed out seven years' imprisonment each to Imran and Bushra on February 3. (With inputs from agencies)

Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi acquitted in illegal marriage case

According to a statement from Khan's party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf, a Pakistani court reversed the conviction of former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi for having an illicit marriage on Saturday, July 13.

Pakistan: Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi 'Iddat' illegal marriage case conviction overturned

A court in Pakistan on Saturday (July 13) overturned former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi's conviction for illegal marriage, Khan's party the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf said.

Islamabad court overturns ex-PM Imran Khan and his wife's conviction in illegal marriage case

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