US Congress Members demand action for Imran Khan’s release in letter to President Biden.
US President Joe Biden has been requested in a letter by Democratic lawmakers to urge Pakistani government to release former Prime Minister Imran Khan who has been in jail since August last year.
It also highlighted significant irregularities in last general elections in Pakistan, alleging widespread electoral fraud and state-led efforts to disenfranchise voters.
It further denounced arrest and detention of political leaders, journalists, and activists, urging an end to the arbitrary detention of Khan’s supporters.
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The lawmakers raised their concerns regarding Imran Khan’s safety and well-being in Adiala Jail, and urged US Embassy officials to visit him in prison.
The members further pointed to alleged authoritative governance in Pakistan, and criticized the crackdown on social media and political activism to curb dissent.
As US Congress Members demand action for Imran Khan’s release in letter to President Biden, the government of Pakistan is yet to respond on the congressional letter as the situation remains tense as human rights advocates continue to call for accountability and reform in Pakistan’s political landscape.
