Imran Khan to be shifted to hospital from jail amid health concerns, Pakistan SC orders govt

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan is to be moved from jail to a hospital due to growing concerns over his health, according to the Pakistan Supreme Court. The 73-year-old, who has been incarcerated since August 2023, faces allegations of health deterioration due to his prolonged imprisonment. His sons have raised concerns about his vision loss, with his lawyers reporting that he has lost significant vision in his right eye.

In a recent development, the Supreme Court ordered Khan to be transferred to Shifa International Hospital within 48 hours, remaining there until September 16. His spokesperson confirmed this as a "welcome order," hoping it would have happened sooner to prevent his health from worsening further. Khan, who lost power in a no-confidence vote, has been grappling with numerous criminal cases since his removal, some of which have since been overturned or challenged.

His current imprisonment primarily stems from the Al-Qadir Trust case, though he is also facing charges related to corruption, misuse of state gifts, and protests. Despite the legal challenges, Khan and his party deny any wrongdoing, describing several prosecutions as politically motivated.