Pakistan's government has filed legal proceedings to overturn a court directive requiring the transfer of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan to private medical facilities.
The move marks an escalation in disputes surrounding Khan's detention and medical care. The former leader, who headed the country from 2018 to 2022, has been held in custody facing multiple charges that his supporters contend are politically motivated.
A court had previously ordered that Khan be relocated from his current prison location to a private hospital, apparently citing health or medical concerns. The government's decision to contest this ruling suggests authorities intend to keep Khan in his existing detention facility.
Khan's legal team and political allies have repeatedly raised concerns about his treatment and access to adequate medical attention while imprisoned. The case continues to generate significant domestic and international scrutiny regarding Pakistan's judicial system and the handling of high-profile detainees.
The legal challenge is expected to proceed through Pakistan's court system, where decisions on such matters typically take considerable time to resolve.
Reporting based on Sky News.
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