Islamabad- Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan recently voiced his apprehensions about the state of democracy in the country under the leadership of Shahbaz Sharif. He painted a grim picture, stating that Pakistan stands at the precipice of darkness, pointing to a lack of the rule of law and an unofficial imposition of martial law in the nation.
Throughout an extensive interview session, Imran Khan explored various topics entailing his message directed at the American government, his chances for reclaiming power if elections were to take place this year, and touching upon both military involvement and press freedom within Pakistan.
In an unrelated instance, a notable occurrence that the Islamabad High Court (IHC) deemed unacceptable pertained to the Toshakhana case involving Imran Khans’ party chairman from Pakistan Tehreek e-Insaf (PTI). This pronouncement came in response to Imran Khans’ petition contesting the trial court’s ruling, which previously endorsed the admissibility of this case. Originally initiated by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP).
The arrest of Imran Khan on corruption charges related to the Al-Qadir Trust, which took place inside the High Court in Islamabad on May 9, sparked widespread demonstrations organized by his party. Unfortunately, some of these protests turned violent in several locations.
The remarks made by Imran Khan shed light on the deep concerns surrounding democracy in Pakistan and highlight the ongoing legal battles and political dynamics in the country. The situation remains complex and charged, with significant implications for the nation’s democratic processes and governance.