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Former Pakistani PM Imran Khan Arrested By Rangers In Al-Qadir Trust Case

Source: The Indian Express/The Express Tribune

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan was arrested by rangers in connection with the Al-Qadir Trust case, sparking a chaotic situation in Pakistan. Angry PTI workers and supporters took to the streets to protest against the arrest, leading to widespread unrest.

The supreme decision

Rangers took the PTI Chief in custody from Islamabad High Court (IHC) where he had gone to seek bail in several FIRs registered against him. However, the arrest was later declared “illegal” by the Supreme Court, with Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial overseeing the decision.

The moment Imran Khan was arrested


The arrest of Imran Khan stirred significant controversy and intensified political tensions in the country. The Supreme Court’s ruling declaring the arrest “illegal” provided relief to Khan’s supporters and sparked a debate on the motives behind the initial arrest. The situation highlighted the ongoing power struggle within the Pakistani political landscape.

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As the protests unfolded, the authorities faced the challenging task of maintaining law and order. The incident underscored the need for a transparent and impartial judicial process. It further emphasizes on the importance of upholding the rule of law in Pakistan.

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