Sisters of Pakistan’s Imran Khan arrested in Lahore, jailed ex-PM’s party says
Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party announced on Monday that three of the former prime minister's sisters were arrested in Lahore. According to PTI spokesman Zulfi Bukhari, Punjab police raided Aleema Khan's home and took Khan's other two sisters, nephews, and their children into custody.
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PTI spokesperson claims the arrest is illegal, cowardice, and a deliberate attempt to worsen the situation.
Her son demands the government immediately disclose her whereabouts and ensure her safe return.
Aleema Khan, sister of Imran Khan, was arrested from her Lahore home.
The arrest occurred a week before a planned PTI protest march on September 27.
Aleema Khanum, sister of ex-PM Imran Khan, has been arrested in Lahore.
The arrest order alleges Khanum was mobilizing supporters through social media and public meetings.
Punjab police raided Aleema Khan's home and abducted Imran Khan's other two sisters, nephews, and their children.
Three sisters of Pakistan’s incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan have been arrested and jailed for 30 days.
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