Pakistani Court Overturns Imran Khan's Physical Remand in May 9 Riot Cases

A Pakistani court has overturned the physical remand of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in connection with the May 9 riots. The Lahore High Court questioned the necessity of Khan's continued physical remand, noting that he is already in custody. Imran Khan maintains that he called for peaceful protests and was not involved in inciting violence.

A Pakistani court Thursday set aside the physical remand of Imran Khan in connection with 12 cases linked to last year's May 9 riots, offering major relief to the jailed former prime minister.

The Lahore High Court questioned the necessity of Khan’s physical remand while he is already in custody, criticizing the prosecutor's need for further tests that could have been conducted in jail.

Khan continues to argue that he called for peaceful protests and criticized the government, accusing them of plotting to keep him incarcerated. The court maintained that legal procedures be followed strictly and civilian courts handle the cases.