Legal and Political Reactions
A court sentenced former Prime Minister to 14 years and his wife, , to 7 years for corruption, involving laundered money and a land gift from tycoon . Both deny wrongdoing, claiming political motive behind the charges.
Khan's defense plans to challenge the verdict in higher courts. Lawmakers and supporters from his PTI party rallied, denouncing the charges as bogus and protesting against the government.
Allegations and Government Stance
The court found Khan and Bibi guilty of accepting laundered money in exchange for land, with allegations of Khan allowing Malik Riaz to use the laundered money to pay fines. The land and , linked to Khan's wife's charity, are to be confiscated.
The government claims there is irrefutable evidence against Khan and Bibi in this "mega corruption scandal," including unreported funds from the and unproven sources for a new house in Lahore. This verdict follows Khan's ousting and numerous legal battles, amid claims of a rigged election.