Allegations of detentions
The family of former prime minister Imran Khan said on Monday that three of his sisters were detained in Lahore ahead of a planned march on Islamabad aimed at pressing for his release. The family statement did not give further details on the circumstances of the alleged detentions or cite who carried them out.
March planned to demand release
Supporters of Khan have organised a demonstration to travel to the capital to demand that authorities free the former leader. The march, announced in recent days, intensified tensions around Khan’s legal and political troubles and drew attention from both domestic and international observers.
Broader political context
Imran Khan remains a central figure in Pakistan’s political landscape, and events surrounding his detention and the response of his supporters have repeatedly sparked protests and countermeasures. The reported detentions of family members come as the opposition mobilises to press its demands.
Authorities and responses
There was no immediate official confirmation of the reported detentions from government or security sources. Khan’s family issued the claim publicly; independent verification of their account was not available at the time of the report.
Outlook
The situation is likely to remain fluid as the planned march approaches, with potential for further developments depending on how authorities and protest organisers respond. Observers say both the demonstrations and government actions will be closely watched for their impact on Pakistan’s political stability.