Former Pakistani Prime Minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder, Imran Khan, has been granted bail in 12 cases related to the May 9 riots, as confirmed by reports on February 10, 2024.
An anti-terrorism court issued bail for Imran Khan and Shah Mehmood Qureshi, the former foreign minister of Pakistan, following their involvement in the May 9 riots. Local media outlets reported that the court deemed there was insufficient justification to detain the former PM, leading to the decision to grant bail to all accused individuals in the case.
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The bail announcement extends to additional cases, including those related to the GHQ and Army Museum attacks, further easing legal pressures on Imran Khan.
The May 9 riots marked a significant period of unrest in Pakistan, prompting legal proceedings against key figures allegedly involved in the incidents. The granting of bail underscores the evolving legal landscape surrounding the events and signals a significant development in the ongoing legal proceedings.
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Imran Khan’s bail in multiple cases is expected to have political ramifications in Pakistan, particularly amid the backdrop of broader political tensions and shifts within the country’s political landscape.
The decision by the anti-terrorism court represents a significant development in the legal proceedings surrounding the May 9 riots and is likely to shape the trajectory of future legal actions and political dynamics in Pakistan.
