Sons of Jailed Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan Say Father in Ill Health Ahead of Protests
Family members report Khan is being isolated from relatives and doctors as other relatives are detained ahead of a planned opposition protest.
The sons of Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan have said their father is in poor health and being kept isolated from family members and doctors.
The claims were made in comments to Deutsche Welle, as concerns grow over Khan's condition and treatment while imprisoned.
Other relatives of Khan have reportedly been detained ahead of a planned opposition protest, raising the stakes surrounding the demonstration.
The detentions and reports concerning Khan's health come amid continued political tension between Khan's supporters and the current Pakistani government.
Details regarding the specific nature of Khan's reported health issues, as well as the identities and circumstances of the detained relatives, were not fully disclosed.
Sources
- Pakistan: Khan family arrests raise stakes ahead of protests — Deutsche Welle — English
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