Imran Khan's sons allege army chief orchestrating vendetta against father

The adult sons of Imran Khan have stepped up public accusations that Pakistan's military leadership is engaged in a systematic campaign against their father, claiming that Army Chief General Asim Munir is driving a personal vendetta that extends to the imprisoned former Prime Minister's incarceration.

In statements aired publicly, Khan's sons have alleged that their father is being subjected to torture-like conditions while detained. They expressed grave concern over Khan's untreated eye condition, which they say has progressively worsened during his imprisonment and now poses a serious risk to his vision. The family claims to have had no direct contact with Khan for more than six months, hampering their ability to assess his health status firsthand.

The allegations represent an intensification of criticism from Khan's family regarding his detention, which began following his arrest in August 2023 on multiple charges. His family and supporters have consistently challenged the legal and procedural basis of his imprisonment, framing it as politically motivated persecution.

Pakistan's government has dismissed the family's allegations as unfounded propaganda designed to generate international sympathy and pressure. Official statements have denied claims of mistreatment, maintaining that Khan is being held in accordance with legal procedures and prison regulations.

The dispute underscores the broader political turmoil in Pakistan, with Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party remaining a significant opposition force despite his incarceration.