Pakistan: Imran Khan and Wife Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, have been sentenced to 17 years in prison each for abuse of power and corruption.

The conviction relates to gifts received by Imran Khan during his tenure. Khan faces other legal cases since 2022 and denies the charges, claiming political persecution.

The case involves a Bulgari jewelry set, a gift from Saudi Arabian Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, denounces the conviction as politically motivated.

Imran Khan's son, Qasim Khan, reported that his father is in isolation and is being subjected to psychological torture. The Pakistani government has denied these claims.