Islamabad, April 15, 2025: Imran Khan, former Prime Minister of Pakistan, has described his nomination in the May 9 riots case as a political vendetta by the current government. Khan claimed the charges were designed to weaken his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), and suppress opposition voices. The May 9 riots, which followed his arrest, resulted in violent protests and widespread unrest across the country.
Khan, formally accused of inciting violence during the riots, has denied any involvement and labeled the charges as an attempt to discredit him. His statements have further fueled tensions between his party and the government, adding to the already polarized political environment in Pakistan.
