Politics · Singapore Bureau
Imran Khan returns to custody after hospital visit in Islamabad
Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan was admitted to hospital in Islamabad on Tuesday evening for medical treatment before being returned to prison, according to sources familiar with the matter.
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The ex-cricket star-turned-politician received medical attention at a hospital in the Pakistani capital late Tuesday, with sources confirming his subsequent return to detention.
Details regarding the nature of Khan's medical condition or the specific treatment he received remain unclear. His hospitalization comes amid his ongoing legal troubles in Pakistan.
Khan, who served as Prime Minister from 2018 to 2022, has faced multiple criminal charges since his ouster from office. He has consistently denied allegations against him, characterizing the legal proceedings as politically motivated persecution.
The 72-year-old has been a polarizing figure in Pakistani politics, with his supporters organizing rallies and demonstrations calling for his release. His detention has drawn international attention, with various human rights organizations expressing concerns about due process.
Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), remains a significant political force despite his incarceration, though the party has faced restrictions and challenges in conducting political activities.