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Hundreds of Edinburgh protestors descend on Scottish Parliament after Imran Khan arrest

The 70-year-old politician, who lost power last year but remains the country’s most popular opposition figure, is the seventh former prime minister to be arrested in Pakistan.

Edinburgh Live

It’s no wonder that many in Pakistan now fear for the fate of Imran Khan

The arrest of the former PM is yet another chapter in the conflict between the country’s all-powerful army and political class, writes Farzana Shaikh, associate fellow at Chatham House

The Guardian - UK

Pakistan turmoil deepens after Imran Khan's arrest

Khan's arrest Tuesday set off skirmishes between his supporters and police in several cities that left at least six people dead, and his continued detention raises the prospect of more unrest.

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Imran Khan arrest: Former Pakistani Prime Minister can be held for questioning for eight days, court rules

Protests have broken out across the country following his dramatic arrest on Tuesday

Evening Standard

Why are people protesting in Pakistan? Former PM Imran Khan arrested by paramilitary forces

Thousands take to the streets across places such as the capital Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore and Peshawar

Evening Standard

Imran's lawyers alleged plot to kill him, say his meals being laced with insulin

Imran Khan's lawyers on Wednesday alleged a conspiracy to kill the former Pakistan premier in prison, according to a video posted from the official Twitter handle of the Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI). Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Imran Khan's arrest: What it means for the former prime minister and Pakistan's upcoming election

Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan was arrested amid chaotic scenes on May 9, 2023, while appearing in court on corruption charges.

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How the world reacted to Imran Khan’s arrest in Pakistan

Leaders and world bodies call for restraint and raise alarm after Pakistani authorities suspend mobile internet.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan court indicts former PM Imran Khan in state gifts case

Khan, already in custody, was indicted for allegedly selling state gifts during 2018-2022 premiership.

Al Jazeera

Former PM Imran Khan appears before judge amid uproar in Pakistan

At least five people have died and 84 have been injured as protests spread across country and army deployed

The Guardian - UK

Reluctant critic China urges Afghan changes on women's roles

China is calling on Afghanistan to stop excluding women from education and public life and adopt a more resolute attitude in combating terrorism

The Independent UK

Pakistan political unrest continues: Imran Khan's aide Asad Umar arrested from court premises

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Asad Umar was arrested from the Islamabad High Court's (IHC) premises a day after the country's former prime minister Imran Khan was arrested. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Imran Khan: from cricket hero to corruption charges

Violent clashes and protests have erupted across Pakistan after Imran Khan, the country’s legendary cricketer turned populist politician, was arrested on his way to court to face charges of corruption.

The Week

Destabilised Pakistan dangerous for all countries: Farooq Abdullah

A destabilised Pakistan is dangerous for all countries, including India, former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah said.

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The Independent UK

Pakistan braces for turmoil as ex-PM Khan due in court

The opposition party of Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan has called for demonstrators to remain peaceful

The Conversation

How Imran Khan's populism has divided Pakistan and put it on a knife's edge

The arrest this week of former Pakistan prime minister and cricket legend Imran Khan has triggered nationwide protests targeting military and other institutions, some of which have turned violent.

Reuters

Pakistan calls in army to stop protest violence after ex-PM Khan's arrest

Pakistan's government called in the army on Wednesday to help end deadly unrest in the wake of the arrest of former prime minister Imran Khan, warning protesters against any further attacks on state installations.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan court says Khan arrest legal as party ponders next move

Senior members of Khan’s PTI party to gather and decide next move after Khan was arrested on Tuesday.

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Reuters

What is the corruption case against Pakistan's Khan?

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan was arrested on Tuesday by an anti-graft agency on corruption charges. Government officials alleged that Khan and his wife received land worth millions of dollars as a bribe from a real estate tycoon through a charitable trust.

Al Jazeera

Pakistan blocks Twitter, restricts internet after Khan’s arrest

The move comes as violence erupts in several cities after the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan.

The Guardian - UK

How Imran Khan became the man who divided Pakistan

From cricket star to ousted PM, Khan is an anti-establishment rebel to some and a corrupt force for destruction to others

Al Jazeera

Timeline: Imran Khan, from ouster to arrest in Pakistan

The former PM has been charged in a number of cases that his party says are politically motivated.

France 24

Guantanamo Bay art: Pakistani artist depicts 20 years of detention

Ahmed Rabbani was held in the US detention centre at Guantanamo Bay for nearly 20 years and was eventually released without charge in February. Ahmed says his paintings denounce the torture he suffered at the hands of his captors and is asking the US military to return the artwork he…

Al Jazeera

Protests erupt in Pakistan cities after Imran Khan arrest

Thousands take to the streets in the capital Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar and other cities.

The Guardian - UK

Pakistan internet cut as violence erupts after arrest of ex-PM Imran Khan

Khan, ousted from power last year, was appearing in court to face corruption charges

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