<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<h2><strong>Imran Khan's distrust of authorities</strong></h2>

<p>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;</p>

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<p>"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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<h2><strong>Continued non-cooperation</strong></h2>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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;</p>

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<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

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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

<p>An anti-terrorism court on Saturday (Feb 10) granted bail to former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan in 12 cases involving the attacks on military installations on May 9 last year. Along with Khan, the court also granted relief to former Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi in the same 12 cases. The development comes as Imran-backed independent candidates won the most number of seats, nearly 100, in the general elections held on February 8. However, the party of former PM Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan Muslim League (N), emerged as the single largest party.</p>

<h2><strong>Court’s observation</strong></h2>

<p>The court of ATC Judge Malik Ejaz Asif found that there was no justification to keep Khan, 71, under arrest as all other accused in May 9 cases were released on bail.</p>

<p>Earlier, Khan and Qureshi were indicted in the 12 cases on February 6. Imran Khan is said to have told the judge that he was illegally arrested on May 9 from the Islamabad High Court (IHC) premises.</p>

<p>May 9 of 2023 saw massive spontaneous protests erupt across Pakistan, which targeted military installations following the arrest of Imran Khan in an alleged corruption case. Over 20 military installations and state buildings, including the Army headquarters in Rawalpindi, were damaged in the violence.</p>

<p>The Pakistani Army alleged Imran and his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) incited those attacks.</p>

<h2><strong>Will Imran Khan come out of jail?</strong></h2>

<p>It must be noted that Khan will not get out of jail even after receiving bail in the 12 cases relating to the May 9 violence. It is because the former Pakistani PM is already serving sentences in the cipher case and one alleged corruption case.</p>

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<p>Khan was ousted from power through a no-confidence motion in April 2022, following which more than 150 cases were registered against him.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the Election Commission of Pakistan issued election results for more than 252 seats, where PTI-backed independents emerged victorious on nearly 100 seats.</p>

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<p>The group was followed by Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) with 71 seats, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) with 53, Muttahida Qaumi Movement with 17 and other seats going to smaller parties.</p>

<p>As per reports in Pakistani media, the PPP and PLM-N are discussing a power-sharing agreement and are highly likely to form a coalition government “to achieve political and economic stability" in the country.</p>

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An anti-terrorism court on Saturday (Feb 10) granted bail to former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan in 12 cases involving the attacks on military installations on May 9 last year.

An anti-terrorism court on Saturday (Feb 10) granted bail to former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan in 12 cases involving the attacks on military installations on May 9 last year. Along with Khan, the court also granted relief to former Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi in the same 12 cases. The development comes as Imran-backed independent candidates won the most number of seats, nearly 100, in the general elections held on February 8. However, the party of former PM Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan Muslim League (N), emerged as the single largest party. Court’s observation The court of ATC Judge Malik Ejaz Asif found that there was no justification to keep Khan, 71, under arrest as all other accused in May 9 cases were released on bail. Earlier, Khan and Qureshi were indicted in the 12 cases on February 6. Imran Khan is said to have told the judge that he was illegally arrested on May 9 from the Islamabad High Court (IHC) premises. May 9 of 2023 saw massive spontaneous protests erupt across Pakistan, which targeted military installations following the arrest of Imran Khan in an alleged corruption case. Over 20 military installations and state buildings, including the Army headquarters in Rawalpindi, were damaged in the violence. The Pakistani Army alleged Imran and his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) incited those attacks. Will Imran Khan come out of jail? It must be noted that Khan will not get out of jail even after receiving bail in the 12 cases relating to the May 9 violence. It is because the former Pakistani PM is already serving sentences in the cipher case and one alleged corruption case. Also read: Pakistan polls updates February 9, 2024: As it happened Khan was ousted from power through a no-confidence motion in April 2022, following which more than 150 cases were registered against him. Latest from Pakistan elections 2024 Meanwhile, the Election Commission of Pakistan issued election results for more than 252 seats, where PTI-backed independents emerged victorious on nearly 100 seats. Watch: Pakistan:PTI-backed Independents leading in polls, results of over 90% of seats announced × The group was followed by Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) with 71 seats, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) with 53, Muttahida Qaumi Movement with 17 and other seats going to smaller parties. As per reports in Pakistani media, the PPP and PLM-N are discussing a power-sharing agreement and are highly likely to form a coalition government “to achieve political and economic stability" in the country. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan: Ex-PM Imran Khan gets bail in 12 cases related to May 9 violence, to remain in jail

<p>Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan is now facing severe charges of "criminal conspiracy," which carry the maximum penalty of death sentence for the may 9 violence across the country by his followers and party workers following his arrest.</p>

<p>The allegations stem from his alleged involvement in orchestrating attacks on army installations and inciting public rebellion, PTI reported.</p>

<p>Imran Khan's arrest on May 9 in connection with a corruption case led to massive nationwide anti-government protests.</p>

<p>Khan, who is also the chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, was taken into custody by paramilitary Rangers and later released on bail.</p>

<p>The protests that erupted following his arrest resulted in significant damage to military facilities, government buildings, and the torching of over 100 police and security agency vehicles.</p>

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<h2><strong>Charges linked to Lahore attacks</strong></h2>

<p>The charges against Khan and numerous PTI leaders and supporters relate to the attack on Lahore Corps Commander House and Askari Tower on May 9. During a press conference, Lahore police's senior investigation officer, Anoosh Masood, said&nbsp;that Khan and others are accused of "criminal conspiracy" for inciting their followers to assault military and state establishments on that day.</p>

<p>Apart from the charge of "criminal conspiracy" (Section 120-B), Khan and his associates face nine additional offences, including incitement to riot, abetting mutiny, and attempting to wage war against Pakistan. The police investigators and prosecutors have prepared a case file, which will be submitted to the Anti-Terrorism Court Lahore.</p>

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<p>Imran Khan has been in Attock Jail in Punjab province since August 5, 2023. His initial arrest was linked to the Toshakhana (gifts) case, where he received a three-year sentence,&nbsp; subsequently suspended by a higher court. However, he was re-arrested in connection with the cipher case under the Official Secrets Act.</p>

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<h2><strong>Cipher case and Islamabad high court appeal</strong></h2>

<p>The cipher case centres&nbsp;around a diplomatic document that reportedly disappeared from Khan's possession.</p>

<p>He claims it contained a threat from the United States to remove him from power. Khan has approached the Islamabad High Court (IHC) seeking post-arrest bail in this case.</p>

<p>The involvement of PTI leader Asad Umar and former principal secretary Azam Khan is expected to be determined as the investigation unfolds.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan is now facing severe charges of "criminal conspiracy," which carry the maximum penalty of death sentence for the may 9 violence across the country by his followers and party workers following his arrest.

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan is now facing severe charges of "criminal conspiracy," which carry the maximum penalty of death sentence for the may 9 violence across the country by his followers and party workers following his arrest. The allegations stem from his alleged involvement in orchestrating attacks on army installations and inciting public rebellion, PTI reported. Imran Khan's arrest on May 9 in connection with a corruption case led to massive nationwide anti-government protests. Khan, who is also the chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, was taken into custody by paramilitary Rangers and later released on bail. The protests that erupted following his arrest resulted in significant damage to military facilities, government buildings, and the torching of over 100 police and security agency vehicles. Also read | Cash-strapped Pakistan raises petrol prices to record high of over Rs 330 per litre Charges linked to Lahore attacks The charges against Khan and numerous PTI leaders and supporters relate to the attack on Lahore Corps Commander House and Askari Tower on May 9. During a press conference, Lahore police's senior investigation officer, Anoosh Masood, said that Khan and others are accused of "criminal conspiracy" for inciting their followers to assault military and state establishments on that day. Apart from the charge of "criminal conspiracy" (Section 120-B), Khan and his associates face nine additional offences, including incitement to riot, abetting mutiny, and attempting to wage war against Pakistan. The police investigators and prosecutors have prepared a case file, which will be submitted to the Anti-Terrorism Court Lahore. Also watch | Pakistani President Arif Alvi administers oath to Justice Isa Imran Khan has been in Attock Jail in Punjab province since August 5, 2023. His initial arrest was linked to the Toshakhana (gifts) case, where he received a three-year sentence, subsequently suspended by a higher court. However, he was re-arrested in connection with the cipher case under the Official Secrets Act. Also read | It’s the economy, stupid: The Imran Khan drama, other political rows are holding Pak’s dire finances hostage Cipher case and Islamabad high court appeal The cipher case centres around a diplomatic document that reportedly disappeared from Khan's possession. He claims it contained a threat from the United States to remove him from power. Khan has approached the Islamabad High Court (IHC) seeking post-arrest bail in this case. The involvement of PTI leader Asad Umar and former principal secretary Azam Khan is expected to be determined as the investigation unfolds. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE:

Pakistan: Imran Khan accused of 'criminal conspiracy' in connection with May 9 violence

<p>Pakistan’s caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has alleged that the May 9 violence was part of a wider effort to overthrow the government and target the serving army chief.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While speaking in an interview with Pakistan’s Geo News, he termed the violence "an attempted coup and civil war, the target of which was the serving army chief and his team in the military".</p>

<h2><strong>Kakar promises legal actions against May 9 protesters&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>He also condemned the riots that broke out following the arrest of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan in a graft case in May.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The vandalism and arson on May 9 were witnessed by the whole world and international newspapers reported the tragedy. This kind of manipulation is not acceptable in any form of government,” PM Kakar said.</p>

<p>He also assured that the strictest legal action would be taken against those who chose to violate the country’s laws and resort to violence to fulfil their political agenda. “If legal action is not taken against those who violated the country’s laws and resorted to violence, then we will be seen as a party to the matter,” he added.</p>

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<p>Kakar is not the first Pakistani leader to blame Imran Khan for the May 9 violence. Former PM Shehbaz Sharif had also called Khan the ‘mastermind’ behind the unprecedented protests across Pakistan, saying that he aimed to topple the military leadership.</p>

<h2><strong>What happened on May 9?</strong></h2>

<p>Massive nationwide protests erupted in Pakistan after the arrest of Imran Khan, the Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), by paramilitary Rangers on May 9 in a corruption case. The protests soon turned violent, resulting in extensive damage to military installations, and government buildings, including the military headquarters in Rawalpindi, and the destruction of over 100 police and security agency vehicles.</p>

<p>In the aftermath of the violent protests, law enforcement agencies detained more than 10,000 PTI supporters across Pakistan, with 4,000 of them arrested in Punjab province alone.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Khan reported that over 16 PTI supporters lost their lives in the unrest, while police officially confirmed a death toll of 10.</p>

<p>Furthermore, Khan is currently entangled in a multitude of cases related to attacks on military installations, facing a staggering total of over 150 charges, spanning terrorism, murder, and blasphemy accusations.</p>

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Pakistan’s caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has alleged that the May 9 violence was part of a wider effort to overthrow the government and target the serving army chief.

Pakistan’s caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar has alleged that the May 9 violence was part of a wider effort to overthrow the government and target the serving army chief. While speaking in an interview with Pakistan’s Geo News, he termed the violence "an attempted coup and civil war, the target of which was the serving army chief and his team in the military". Kakar promises legal actions against May 9 protesters He also condemned the riots that broke out following the arrest of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan in a graft case in May. "The vandalism and arson on May 9 were witnessed by the whole world and international newspapers reported the tragedy. This kind of manipulation is not acceptable in any form of government,” PM Kakar said. He also assured that the strictest legal action would be taken against those who chose to violate the country’s laws and resort to violence to fulfil their political agenda. “If legal action is not taken against those who violated the country’s laws and resorted to violence, then we will be seen as a party to the matter,” he added. Watch: Pakistan qualify for Super 4 after rain forces abandonment × Kakar is not the first Pakistani leader to blame Imran Khan for the May 9 violence. Former PM Shehbaz Sharif had also called Khan the ‘mastermind’ behind the unprecedented protests across Pakistan, saying that he aimed to topple the military leadership. What happened on May 9? Massive nationwide protests erupted in Pakistan after the arrest of Imran Khan, the Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), by paramilitary Rangers on May 9 in a corruption case. The protests soon turned violent, resulting in extensive damage to military installations, and government buildings, including the military headquarters in Rawalpindi, and the destruction of over 100 police and security agency vehicles. In the aftermath of the violent protests, law enforcement agencies detained more than 10,000 PTI supporters across Pakistan, with 4,000 of them arrested in Punjab province alone. Also read: Pakistan: Caretaker PM blames US for strengthening terrorists in the region Khan reported that over 16 PTI supporters lost their lives in the unrest, while police officially confirmed a death toll of 10. Furthermore, Khan is currently entangled in a multitude of cases related to attacks on military installations, facing a staggering total of over 150 charges, spanning terrorism, murder, and blasphemy accusations. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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