Imran Khan Levels Grievous Allegations: Pakistan's Army Chief Accused of Inflicting 'Mental Torture' on Former Premier and Wife

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan has unleashed a fresh wave of serious accusations, directly pointing fingers at Pakistan's powerful Army Chief, General Asim Munir. Khan alleges that General Munir is actively orchestrating a campaign of 'mental torture' against both him and his wife, Bushra Bibi, in what appears to be a deepening political crisis.

These startling claims emerged during a recent hearing of the Al-Qadir Trust corruption case, held within the confines of Adiala Jail, where Khan is currently detained.

The former premier did not shy away from reiterating his position, having his legal team disseminate the allegations across social media platforms, amplifying the gravity of his statements.

The crux of Khan's accusations centers on the conditions of their detention. While Khan remains in Adiala Jail, his wife, Bushra Bibi, is held under house arrest, her private residence declared a sub-jail.

Khan's legal representatives have repeatedly highlighted the dire lack of essential facilities and services provided to them, framing these restrictions as deliberate tools of psychological torment.

The legal battles are multi-faceted and intense. Khan and Bushra Bibi face a slew of charges, most notably the Al-Qadir Trust corruption case and the sensitive cypher case, which involves allegations of disclosing classified state secrets.

The PTI founder's legal team has been proactive, submitting numerous applications to courts concerning their leader's security, health, and fundamental right to legal counsel. Similar petitions have been filed regarding Bushra Bibi's living conditions, her access to medical care, and her ability to meet with her legal representatives.

These allegations come amidst a broader crackdown on Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party and its leadership following the tumultuous events of May 9, 2023.

Khan's ongoing detention and the myriad legal challenges against him are seen by many as politically motivated, designed to sideline him from Pakistan's political landscape. The claim of 'mental torture' adds a new, darker dimension to an already fraught political environment, raising serious questions about human rights and due process within the nation's justice system.