Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan, wife sentenced to 17 years in corruption case

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By News AgenciesDecember 20, 2025 at 01:19 PM

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Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, were sentenced to 17 years in prison on Saturday, December 20, 2025, after being found guilty by a Pakistani court of illegally retaining and selling state gifts. The couple was accused of undervaluing and profiting from gifts, including jewelry, received during Khan's time in office. Prosecutors alleged they purchased the items for $10,000 when their market value was $285,521. Khan and his wife have denied all charges. Khan's supporters and party members have denounced the ruling, calling the proceedings a "sham" and claiming the case is fabricated.

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Saudi Arabian government 40% Zulfikar Bukhari 50% Aleema Khanum ×250% Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf 60% Bushra Bibi ×270% Pakistan 80% Imran Khan ×490%

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