Anti-Terrorism Court in Islamabad has issued arrest warrants against Imran Khan sisters in October 4 Protest Case
The political scenario regarding PTI is getting hotter day by day as an Anti-Terrorism Court in Islamabad has issued arrest warrants against Imran Khan sisters, Aleema Khan and Uzma Khan. The warrants have been issued in the case related to the October 4 protest case registered at the Kohsar Police Station.
The move has added another layer of intensity to PTI’s already turbulent legal journey and marked a significant escalation in the post-May 9 crackdown against top-tier figures and supporters of the party.
Court Orders: “Present the Accused at the Next Hearing”
Presiding Judge Tahir Abbas Supra expressed displeasure over the continuous absence of Aleema and Uzma Khan from court. The ATC has, in turn, issued non-bailable arrest warrants, ordering authorities to arrest both sisters and present them before the court on November 22.
The case involved protests that were allegedly held contrary to the law, and which the court feels needs further investigation. At the hearing, the judge reiterated that nobody was above accountability as all were duty-bound to appear before the court no matter their political or family background.
Aleema Khan Continues to Face Mounting Legal Pressure
Aleema Khan is known for her public defense of Imran Khan and active presence in PTI’s social and political circles, facing multiple arrest warrants across various cases. Her passport and CNIC have already been blocked by NADRA, following earlier directives from the same court.
This administrative step underlines the gravity of the charge and reflects the state’s stern stand on compliance with the law. Her absconding from hearings repeatedly has now translated into more stringent action, indicating a noose tightening around PTI’s core leadership.
Political Aftermath resounds across PTI
The issuance of these arrest warrants has sparked sharp reactions within PTI’s ranks. The party’s supporters have termed the move as a continuation of political victimization, whereas government representatives insist that this is part of a fair judicial process.
According to political analysts, the case has the potential to widen the rift between PTI and state institutions, making any reconciliation or dialogue efforts even more complex. The fact that warrants have been issued at a time when Imran Khan himself is embroiled in several legal tussles has raised many eyebrows, thereby giving credence to speculations that PTI’s top leadership remains under concerted legal pressure.
A Broader Legal and Political Context
The case related to the protest of October 4 is among several being pursued under the anti-terrorism laws of Pakistan-a framework increasingly applied to politically charged incidents. The fact that Imran Khan’s close family members are included shows how deep the legal net has expanded around the PTI movement.
Analysts say these moves are part of an overall strategy aimed at holding everyone to account before the law, irrespective of position. However, PTI loyalists continue to believe that all these legal steps are just a political vendetta aimed at silencing them and weakening their public outreach apparatus.
With the court fixing November 22 as the next date of hearing, all eyes are on whether Aleema and Uzma Khan will be produced before the judge or further legal repercussions will ensue. Their appearance or no-show can define the next phase in PTI’s continuing legal tussles and can shift the party’s public narrative.
With the political climate in Pakistan still charged, this latest episode is a stark reminder of the high stakes and pressures that keep escalating on one of the most influential political families in the country.
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