Military Trial Looms Over Imran Khan Amidst Controversies

Pakistan's Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, suggested evidence against former Prime Minister Imran Khan may lead to a military trial concerning the May 9, 2023, violence. Asif noted previous military trials and the possibility of Khan's involvement in directing riots. The Supreme Court's decision on civilians' trials in military courts remains pivotal.

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has indicated that evidence against jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan may result in a military trial regarding the violence on May 9, 2023, according to a media report on Sunday.

Speaking during a televised interview, Asif emphasized that military trials have precedent and will continue as necessary. He highlighted accusations against Khan made by the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), asserting significant involvement in orchestrating the May 9 violence where PTI supporters damaged military installations.

Khan's legal team filed a petition to the Islamabad High Court seeking to prevent a military trial, raising objections about due process. However, the Supreme Court had temporarily suspended its earlier order invalidating civilian trials in military courts, making the final decision crucial.