Pakistan: The US has clarified that it does not favor any political party in Pakistan and supports the peaceful upholding of democratic, constitutional and legitimate principles in the country. Just a few days ago, officials had leveled terrorism-related charges against former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
Khan (69) was booked on Sunday under the Anti-Terrorism Act. He moved the Islamabad High Court on Monday and sought pre-arrest bail in the case. He has got transit bail till August 25.
What did the US say on terror allegations against Imran Khan?
Responding to a question on terrorism charges leveled against the chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, US State Department spokesman Ned Price said he was aware of reports related to the allegations. But he said that it is a matter of the legal and judicial system of Pakistan. He said that this is not a matter directly related to America and we do not express our stand on the candidate of one political party or in the case of a party versus another political party candidate or party.
‘America is a supporter of democracy’
A State Department spokesperson said the United States supports the peaceful upholding of democratic, constitutional and legal principles in Pakistan and around the world. Meanwhile, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also advocated for peace in Pakistan and to reduce tensions, saying the need to respect law and order.
Responding to a question about the escalating tense situation in Pakistan, Guterres’ spokesman Stephane Dujarric said on Monday that the UN chief was aware of the allegations against former prime minister Imran Khan and stressed the need for an efficient, free and fair legal process. Have given.
Why were cases registered against Imran Khan?
Imran Khan had threatened Additional Sessions Judge Jeba Chowdhury and senior Islamabad police officials at a rally in the federal capital’s F-9 Park last week, after which they were charged under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA). Case registered. Islamabad High Court also Imran Khan The threats were taken into cognizance and a notice for contempt of court would be issued to them on Tuesday.
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