A Pakistan court overturned ex-prime minister Imran Khan’s conviction on illegal marriage charges on Saturday, July 13. Khan remains locked up, though, after a court this week canceled his bail over accusations he incited riots by his supporters in May 2023.
Khan’s legal battles have been a rollercoaster ride, with convictions being overturned and sentences being suspended. Despite the challenges, Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, have been granted relief from certain charges, marking a shift in their legal battles.
Courting controversy
Khan’s detention and legal issues have been criticized by a UN panel, calling for his immediate release. Despite winning the most seats in the national election, Khan’s party was unable to form a government due to external pressures and challenges.
Khan’s term as Prime Minister from 2018 to 2022 was marked by confrontations with the military establishment. His comeback campaign faced numerous legal hurdles, leading to protests and unrest among his supporters.
The recent developments in Khan’s legal battles highlight the complex intersection of politics and law in Pakistan, with implications for the country’s future leadership and governance.