Imran Khan and Wife’s Marriage Violation Ruling Upheld in Pakistan
A recent court ruling in Islamabad has rejected an appeal by former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, regarding their 2018 marriage violating Islamic law. This decision means that the couple will remain incarcerated.
The case was filed by Bibi’s former husband, Khawar Maneka, who claimed that she did not observe the required three-month break under Islamic law before marrying Khan. Despite multiple appeals, the conviction remains upheld.
Senior PTI leaders criticized the ruling, calling it “disgusting” and warning of potential political crisis if Khan isn’t released soon. The couple had faced other convictions, which were later overturned, but the marriage case still stands.
The intense legal battles have cast a shadow on Khan’s political legacy, with accusations of corruption and manipulation. Despite challenges, PTI-backed candidates emerged as a strong opposition force in the elections.
The ongoing saga highlights the tumultuous power dynamics within the Pakistani political landscape, with Khan’s future hanging in the balance.