‘Source of anxiety’: Pakistan cracks down before march to free Imran Khan
The government has blocked highways to the capital and set up container barriers in preparation for the PTI protest.

The government has blocked highways to the capital and set up container barriers in preparation for the PTI protest.




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The sister of Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan says he told her he was being tortured in jail.
Government files a review of Supreme Court order, arguing that the jailed ex-PM should be examined at a public hospital.
Supreme Court grants jailed ex-PM transfer to hospital for nearly a month after concerns raised over his blood pressure.

Pakistan police fired tear gas at supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan in Rawalpindi.
Thousands of supporters of former PM Imran Khan’s party demonstrate across country to call for his immediate release.
A group of former captains has written to Pakistan’s government, requesting immediate medical attention.
Government board says jailed ex-leader’s sight improved since he lost most vision in eye. But his family rejects claim.
Pakistan Supreme Court orders medical review after report reveals severe vision loss of jailed former premier.
Court sentences journalists in absentia over alleged links to violent unrest after ex-PM Imran Khan’s May 2023 arrest.
Khan and his wife have denied accusations that they misrepresented the value of state gifts, including jewellery.