Imran Khan

Imran Khan, who served as Prime Minister of Pakistan from 2018 to 2022, has faced over 200 criminal cases since his ouster in April 2022. Significant allegations and legal outcomes include: Al-Qadir Trust: In January 2025, Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, were sentenced to 14 and 7 years in prison, respectively, for misuse of authority and corruption involving the misappropriation of land and funds. Prosecutors alleged a quid pro quo with property tycoon Malik Riaz, resulting in $239 million in losses to the national treasury. Toshakhana (State Gifts): Khan has faced multiple cases regarding the illegal retention and sale of state gifts. In December 2025, he and his wife were sentenced to 17 years in prison for selling jewelry and other gifts—including Saudi-gifted items valued at $285,521—at significantly undervalued prices. He was previously disqualified by the Election Commission of Pakistan in 2022 for making false declarations regarding these assets. Cipher and Marriage: Khan was previously sentenced in cases involving the leakage of state secrets (the cipher case) and violations of Islamic marriage law (Iddat), though he was subsequently acquitted in both matters. Additional Allegations: Khan faces various charges, including terrorism and inciting violence, stemming from the May 9, 2023, riots following his initial arrest. Khan consistently maintains that these cases are politically motivated, orchestrated by the military and political rivals to exclude him from power. While some convictions have been overturned or suspended due to lack of evidence, he remains imprisoned, serving concurrent sentences.