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Supreme Court Orders Medical Exam for Imran Khan

2/12/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Supreme Court of Pakistan ordered a medical team to examine Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, and directed that he be allowed to communicate with his children.
Khan has been imprisoned since August 2023 and has reported significant vision loss over the past three months without adequate medical attention.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf condemned the treatment and warned of potential legal action against officials responsible for his care.

History

Historical Context

Pakistan's political landscape has been tumultuous since the 1973 constitution established governance frameworks. Imran Khan, who founded the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party in 1996, faced a no-confidence motion in April 2022, leading to his ouster. His subsequent arrests in 2023, including one in August for corruption, have sparked widespread protests, raising concerns about political accountability and civil rights in Pakistan.

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Story summary

The Supreme Court of Pakistan ordered a medical team to examine Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, and directed that he be allowed to communicate with his children.
Khan has been imprisoned since August 2023 and has reported significant vision loss over the past three months without adequate medical attention.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf condemned the treatment and warned of potential legal action against officials responsible for his care.

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