In a significant development just a week before the general elections, former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has been handed a 10-year prison sentence in a case involving the alleged leakage of state secrets.
Khan, ousted from his position in 2022 and currently serving a three-year jail term for corruption, vehemently denies all charges, labeling them as politically motivated. This latest conviction adds a layer of complexity as it coincides with the impending elections, effectively barring Khan from participating in the electoral process. The situation unfolds amidst a backdrop of political tension and controversy surrounding the charismatic former leader.