Aleema Khan, sister of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Patron-in-Chief and former Prime Minister Imran Khan, fiercely criticized the ongoing legal battles against her brother, asserting that those responsible for injustice should seek forgiveness, not Imran Khan. Speaking to the media outside a court in Rawalpindi, Aleema Khan called for transparency in the judicial process, urging authorities to present any relevant footage and allow the courts to decide fairly. 

“Present the footage and let the court decide,” Aleema Khan stated, expressing hope that judges would find the courage to deliver justice. “If all decisions are to be made by the King, then close the courts,” she added, referencing what she perceives as undue influence over the judiciary. She emphasized that Imran Khan remains resolute, stating, “Those who think Imran Khan will get scared and make a deal, the Pakistani nation knows him better. He has said bluntly that he will not accept this system.

Imran Khan is in jail not for himself but for the country.”Aleema Khan also raised serious concerns about her brother’s safety, alleging that Imran Khan has faced three assassination attempts.  She accused authorities of isolating Khan to prevent his messages from reaching the public, noting, “They are so afraid that no message from Imran Khan will come out.” Aleema highlighted that the Chief Justice had admitted to not reviewing the case but promised to hear it the following morning. 

Noreen Khan, Imran Khan’s other sister, echoed Aleema’s sentiments, firmly stating that Imran Khan would never apologize. “They want Imran Khan to apologize so that his honor remains. Imran Khan will never apologize. All of them will apologize to Imran Khan,” she declared. Noreen Khan emphasized a belief in divine authority over life and death, asserting, “They believe that life and death are in their hands, but life and death are in the hands of Allah.”

She called for resilience, noting uncertainty about the lifespan of those inside and outside prison.Imran Khan’s lawyer, Barrister Salman Safdar, also spoke to the media, dismissing suggestions that Khan should apologize. “If a journalist gets up and gives some advice, it should not be given so much importance,” Safdar said, adding that he had not considered the idea of an apology.

He criticized the judiciary for creating obstacles for the legal team, stating, “Advocacy has already become very difficult, and these difficulties have been created by the judiciary.” Safdar further remarked that he would not entertain unsolicited advice on how to conduct his legal practice, likening it to teaching journalists their craft.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)