Pakistan court orders Imran Khan moved to hospital from jail
The former prime minister's party and family expressed concern over his deteriorating health, with his lawyers saying he had lost significant vision in his right eye while in prison.
Islamabad: Pakistan's Supreme Court has ordered former Prime Minister Imran Khan to be transferred from jail to a hospital, his party confirmed. The 73-year-old cricketer-turned-politician has been incarcerated since August 2023, convicted in a series of cases allegedly politically motivated following his removal in 2022. Khan's sons had expressed growing concerns about his deteriorating health, with his lawyers noting he had lost significant vision in his right eye while imprisoned.
The court has directed him to be moved to Shifa International Hospital within 48 hours and remain there until September 16. PTI spokesman Zulfikar Bukhari welcomed the decision, stating that his health should remain a priority until all doctors are convinced. Khan has been facing multiple cases, including those over state gifts and an unlawful marriage, since losing power in a no-confidence vote.
Some convictions have been overturned, but appeals are pending. While he denies wrongdoing, Khan has been the subject of international concern over his prison conditions, with cricket legends from around the world, including India, demanding better treatment.
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