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Imran Khan transferred to hospital following court ruling
Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been moved to an Islamabad hospital for medical evaluation, marking a significant development in his prolonged detention. The transfer comes after sustained pressure from supporters who have raised concerns about his health during his more than three years of incarceration.
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Imran Khan was transferred to the hospital early Friday morning, according to statements from his political party. The move follows a court order, fulfilling longstanding appeals from the politician's supporters who have consistently maintained that his health has deteriorated substantially while in custody.
Khan, who served as Prime Minister until his ouster in 2022, has been incarcerated for over three years facing multiple charges that his supporters contend are politically motivated. The transfer to hospital marks one of the few concessions granted to the former leader since his detention began.
His party has previously made repeated calls for Khan to receive proper medical treatment, citing concerns over his physical condition. The hospital evaluation is expected to provide an independent assessment of his current health status.
The development represents a rare victory for Khan's political movement, which has maintained substantial public support despite his imprisonment. His continued detention remains a contentious issue in Pakistani politics, with supporters staging demonstrations demanding his release.