Pakistan Court Denies Bail for Imran Khan in State Secret Case
Published on: October 27, 2023.
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Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been denied bail by a Pakistani court today in a case where he has been indicted on charges of leaking state secrets. Khan’s lawyer, Naeem Panjutha, stated that the Islamabad High Court rejected Khan’s bail application and his request for the case to be dismissed. Khan, a former cricket star, denies the charge and claims that the contents of the cable were already publicized by other sources. This case adds to the political turmoil that has been ongoing in Pakistan, shedding light on the military’s influence over civilian politics.
Khan’s removal from office in 2022 following a no-confidence vote in Parliament has been a major factor in the country’s political unrest. He alleged that the military was attempting to sideline him due to disagreements over top security appointments. The military, which has historically held significant power in Pakistan, denied any involvement in Khan’s ouster. Khan has also accused the United States of conspiring with the military to remove him from power, citing the leaked cable as evidence. However, both the US and the Pakistani military have refuted these claims.
Imran Khan has faced numerous legal cases, which he believes are an attempt to prevent him from participating in politics. He has already been convicted in one corruption case and sentenced to three years in jail. Although the sentence was suspended, Khan remains in prison due to other ongoing cases. As a result, Khan is unable to participate in the upcoming general election, expected to take place early next year. Despite his conservative and nationalistic agenda, which garnered significant public support, his inability to run in the election will have a considerable impact on the country’s political landscape.
Source: [MalayMail](https://www.malaymail.com)
