Pakistan top court orders ex-PM Imran Khan be moved to hospital from jail
Summary
Pakistan's Supreme Court has ordered former Prime Minister Imran Khan to be moved from jail to a hospital for medical examination. The court also allowed him weekly family visits and phone calls due to concerns about his health.Key Facts
- Imran Khan has been in jail since August 2023 on corruption charges.
- The Supreme Court directed his transfer to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad within 48 hours.
- Khan reportedly has health problems, including poor eyesight.
- The court emphasized the need to protect Khan's health, life, dignity, and security.
- Khan and his wife were sentenced to 17 years in prison late last year.
- Khan’s supporters protested his imprisonment, which led to a government crackdown.
- The court order includes an eye specialist in Khan’s medical care.
- Supporters were told not to gather outside the hospital during his transfer, per the court.
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