Judicial Turmoil: PTI Supporters Face 10-Year Sentences Amidst Political Unrest

A Pakistani court sentenced 25 PTI members to 10-year jail terms for involvement in May 9 riots, while acquitting PTI's Shah Mahmood Qureshi. The Anti-Terrorism Court held proceedings at Kot Lakhpat jail, following widespread arrests post Imran Khan's detention. PTI criticizes the verdict as unjust and plans to appeal.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Lahore | Updated: 11-08-2025 21:52 IST | Created: 11-08-2025 21:52 IST

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A court in Pakistan has handed down 10-year prison sentences to 25 members of former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party. This ruling is directly linked to the May 9 riots that occurred after Khan's arrest.

The Lahore Anti-Terrorism Court, while announcing the verdict, acquitted the PTI vice-chairman, Shah Mahmood Qureshi. However, the sentences were confirmed for several prominent former Punjab ministers and PTI supporters, based on charges of attacking a police station and damaging police vehicles.

The verdict has intensified the political climate in Pakistan, with Khan's party labeling the judicial process as biased. The party argues that the military's influence is evident and has committed to appealing the decision in higher courts.

(With inputs from agencies.)