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Pakistan Supreme Court Orders Hospital Transfer for Imran Khan

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has directed authorities to move former Prime Minister Imran Khan from his Rawalpindi detention facility to an Islamabad hospital. Following months of mounting pressure from his party and family, the Tuesday ruling marks a significant shift in the handling of the high-profile prisoner.

Pakistan Supreme Court Orders Hospital Transfer for Imran Khan

Khan has been held in custody since August 2023, a period marked by persistent health concerns and legal challenges. While the court order cites the necessity of medical treatment, the decision arrives at a volatile moment for the country’s political landscape. His supporters have long argued that his detention environment was inadequate, and this transfer provides a rare concession to those claims.

Local outlets including ARY News and Geo News confirmed the transition, which has already reignited debates surrounding the legitimacy of Khan’s imprisonment. As the former leader enters medical care, the government faces renewed scrutiny over the sensitivity of his status and the broader stability of the current administration.

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