In an exclusive interview with Kasim Khan, he expressed his deep concern for his father, Imran Khan, the former Pakistani prime minister currently serving a 14-year prison sentence. Kasim shared that he often wakes up fearing news of his father’s demise in prison. Imran Khan’s family alleges that he is enduring harsh treatment, including solitary confinement, lack of medical attention for deteriorating eye health, and restricted communication with loved ones. The family has been denied contact with Imran since March, heightening their anxiety about his well-being.
Imran Khan’s political party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), is actively challenging the government’s treatment of him in court and is planning nationwide protests to demand his release. The government, however, has refuted all claims of mistreatment.
Imran Khan, who served as prime minister from 2018 to April 2022, was removed from office through a no-confidence vote. Subsequently, he faced multiple charges and was sentenced to 14 years in prison in January 2025 for alleged land corruption, which he vehemently denies. He has accused the military and intelligence agencies of orchestrating a campaign to discredit him and his party.
Concerns about Imran Khan’s health in prison have escalated, with reports of a blood clot behind his eye and allegations of torture. International bodies, including a UN special rapporteur, have called for an investigation into the inhumane detention conditions faced by Imran Khan.
The Pakistani government has dismissed these allegations as “fake propaganda” and asserts that Imran Khan receives adequate facilities, including access to family visits, medical care, and exercise equipment. Despite court orders to allow Imran Khan to seek medical treatment, the government redirected him to a state-run hospital, sparking further criticism.
Kasim Khan has appealed for international intervention to secure his father’s release, citing concerns about the brutal treatment Imran Khan is enduring in prison. He highlighted the need for unbiased medical assessments and emphasized the urgency of addressing the deteriorating health of his father.
Calls for Imran Khan’s release on humanitarian grounds have been echoed globally, with efforts made by individuals and organizations to draw attention to his plight. The family remains hopeful that international pressure will lead to a resolution in Imran Khan’s case, as they continue to advocate for his freedom.
