A Pakistani court has ordered the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, who were convicted of an unlawful marriage.
The couple was found guilty and sentenced to jail in February, but their appeals against the conviction have now been accepted. The court has ordered their immediate release from jail pending any outstanding charges.
This news comes as a significant development in the case against Imran Khan, who has been embroiled in legal battles since his ouster from power in April 2022. Khan’s party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, has been denied seats in parliament, which has been a major setback for the former PM.
However, this court order may provide some respite to Khan, who has been facing multiple legal challenges.
The release order has been welcomed by Khan’s supporters, who have been protesting against his detention.
The move is also seen as a positive development in the country’s political landscape, which has been marred by violence and unrest in recent times.
