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Pakistan accuses government of defying court order on Khan's hospital access
Family members of former Prime Minister Imran Khan say authorities ignored a judicial directive requiring his hospitalization, citing confusion over his whereabouts and medical condition. The allegations emerged following what Khan's associates described as a turbulent night marked by conflicting official statements.
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The family of Pakistan's ousted premier Imran Khan has leveled accusations that government officials flouted a court-ordered hospital admission, raising fresh questions about the treatment of the incarcerated political leader. Khan's sister and personal physician provided accounts of events that diverged sharply from official narratives, describing a night marked by unclear communications and shifting explanations regarding his location and condition.
The dispute centers on the implementation of a judicial order directing Khan's hospitalization for medical evaluation. According to family representatives, authorities provided inconsistent information about where Khan was being held and whether he was receiving appropriate medical care, creating uncertainty among relatives seeking information.
The incident represents the latest flashpoint in the high-profile legal battle surrounding Khan, who has faced multiple criminal charges since his removal from office in 2022. His supporters have consistently alleged that prosecutions are politically motivated, while authorities maintain the cases are based on legitimate legal grounds.
Government officials have not yet provided a comprehensive public statement addressing the family's specific allegations regarding non-compliance with the hospital order. The conflicting accounts underscore broader tensions surrounding Khan's detention and the judicial processes governing his case.