In a interview from his prison cell, former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan claims he is being held under conditions typically reserved for terrorists.
Speaking to The Sunday Times, Khan described his confinement in a small, heavily monitored cell, where he is denied basic human rights and constantly surveilled.
“I am confined in a 7ft by 8ft death cell, typically reserved for terrorists to ensure they have no contact with anyone,” he said.
“It is solitary confinement with barely any space to move. I am under constant surveillance by the agencies, being recorded 24/7, and I am denied basic prisoner and human rights such as visitation.”
The former leader, who has been incarcerated for nearly a year on charges of corruption, treason, and illegal marriage, has seen some of these convictions recently overturned by Pakistani courts.
Despite this, he remains in prison and his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), faces potential banning by the government.
Khan’s supporters, including his advisor Zulfikar Bukhari, argue that these actions are politically motivated, aiming to dismantle his party’s influence.
The UN has called for Khan’s immediate release, deeming his detention a violation of international law.
Despite his circumstances, Khan maintains his morale, dedicating his time to physical exercise, reading, and planning for the future, confident that justice will ultimately prevail.
“Despite being caged, the entire country looks to me for hope and resilience. Most importantly, my prayers keep me steadfast, my belief in God assures me that justice will prevail over tyranny,” he said.
