A district and sessions court in the federal capital on Friday extended the interim bail of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi until February 17. The extension covers multiple cases, including those related to the May 9 events.
The hearing was overseen by Additional Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka. Imran Khan was not present during the proceedings, which meant no arguments could be made on his bail applications.
The court has directed that Imran Khan be presented via video link at the next hearing. Details regarding the schedule and procedures for his appearance will be confirmed ahead of the next session.
The cases, which have drawn significant public attention, continue to be closely followed by political observers and the media.
Earlier, Kasim Khan, son of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, has claimed that the Pakistani government is deliberately refusing to process visas for him and his brother, Suleiman.
The brothers said they want to travel to Pakistan to see their father. Imran Khan has reportedly been held in solitary confinement for over 900 days. During this period, his health has reportedly worsened. The family says he has been denied access to independent medical care.
In a statement on X, Kasim described the visa denial as “collective punishment.” He said: “Denying a prisoner treatment is cruel. Denying his children the right to see him is unfair.” He urged international human rights organizations and governments to intervene before permanent harm occurs.
Kasim and Suleiman live in London with their mother, Jemima Goldsmith. They said they applied for visas last December. They had planned to travel to Pakistan in January 2026, but the government has not granted permission.
