Islamabad’s District and Sessions Courts have issued an arrest warrant for former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan, deepening the crisis surrounding him. The case against the PTI leader, who has been the target of state institutions’ allegations and a smear campaign, was heard in the district and sessions court. The court, led by Senior Civil Judge Abbas Shah, issued the non-bailable arrest warrant due to Khan’s absence, directing the authorities to apprehend him and present him in court.
The case, registered under the Pakistan Penal Code, is a result of the National Accountability Bureau’s (NAB) investigation into the PTI leader’s alleged misdeeds. Khan has been at the forefront of the opposition against the current government, and the move is seen as a significant escalation in the ongoing political tensions.
The court has adjourned the case until April 9, allowing Khan’s lawyers to present their arguments. Khan has claimed that he is being targeted by the government due to his opposition to its policies, and his supporters have vowed to continue their protests against the arrest warrant.
The development comes as tensions between Pakistan and the international community continue to rise, with the country facing criticism over its human rights record and its handling of the economy. The government has been under pressure to address the country’s energy crisis, and the arrest warrant is seen as a move to distract from the issues facing the country.
The case against Khan is one of several legal challenges he faces, including a corruption case in which he is accused of misusing his authority to benefit himself and his allies. The PTI leader has denied the allegations, claiming that they are part of a conspiracy to oust him from power.
The arrest warrant is a significant development in the ongoing crisis surrounding Khan, and its implications will be closely watched by the international community.
