The Anti-Terrorism Court of Lahore gave a reserved verdict on the bail applications of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder chairman Imran Khan in 8 cases on May 9.
The anti-terrorism court in Lahore rejected the bails of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder in the Jinnah House attack and May 9 eight cases. Judge Manzar Ali Gul gave a reserved verdict on the bails.
Anti-Terrorism Court Judge Manzar Ali Gul heard former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s bail pleas in 8 cases on May 9. Founding Chairman PTI’s lawyer Barrister Salman Safdar appeared in the court.
Founder PTI filed bails in Jinnah House attack, Shadman police station arson cases and in Rahat Bakery Chowk and Zaman Park burning of police vehicles. Apart from this, the founding PTI also filed bails in the Askari Tower attack and three other May 9 cases, which were rejected by the court.
Report of the hearing
Barrister Salman Safdar while arguing in the court said that the wrong reaction to the opinion of PTI founder came from the people. I have represented founder PTI in more than 240 cases. All kinds of cases were registered against one accused. There is no section under which a case has not been registered. Cypher’s case went to the Supreme Court, all others got relief from subordinate courts.
The lawyer said that in 30 cases decisions have been made against the government. I am placing before you about 25 decisions. The plaintiffs in each case are policemen. The government has thrown googly, leg break, off break second third. Sometimes they say that the conspiracy took place in this way, then they say that it did not take place in this way. Bushra Bibi was included in 12 cases that she was also involved in the conspiracy. It is easy to accuse and difficult to prove.
Barrister Salman Safdar said that I am not asking you for discharge or dismissal of the case. You cannot even provide these facilities. The accused has been in prison for a long time, I am asking the court for bail.
The lawyer argued that Pervez Musharraf’s medical records were presented, he had to leave the world to prove them true. After that everyone was convinced that all the medicals were correct. Judges have relayed PTI founder’s detention in NAB custody from May 9 to 12.
Later, Special Prosecutor Rao Abdul Jabbar said in his arguments that all the cases are of rebellion against the government and attack on sensitive installations. The judgments presented are not related to these cases. According to British law, the King is not impeachable. The accused is not a king. At the behest of the accused, 200 installations were attacked. It was said on social media that today is the day of real jihad. Indian TV channels also continued to run the same news.
The prosecutor added in the arguments that the general public is prohibited from visiting certain places in Kent. Everyone has a modern device that communicates location and messages. How PC Hotel, Awari Hotel or milk shop in Anarkali was not attacked. Military installations were attacked. The statue of Colonel Sher Khan Shaheed, who sacrificed his life for the safety of the country, was kicked. These wars and attacks continue even today. The ranger and the policeman were martyred, while the accused says that I am in jail.
While giving arguments in the court on behalf of the prosecution, it was further said that the accused was not in jail on May 7 when the conspiracy took place, the application of the accused should be dismissed.
Later, the court reserved its judgment after completing the arguments on the bail pleas of the prosecution and the accused’s counsel.
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What is the potential impact of Imran Khan remaining in custody while awaiting trial on his political future?
## Imran Khan’s Bail Rejected in Eight May 9 Cases
**Interviewer:** Joining us today to discuss the recent developments in Imran Khan’s legal battles is legal analyst [Guest Name]. Mr./Ms. [Guest Name], anti-terrorism court in Lahore has just rejected bail applications for Imran Khan in eight separate cases related to the events of May 9th. Can you share your insights on this decision?
**Guest:** Absolutely. This is a significant development in the ongoing legal saga surrounding Imran Khan. The court’s decision to reject bail in the Jinnah House attack case and several others signals the seriousness with which these allegations are being treated. While Khan’s lawyer, Barrister Salman Safdar, argued that the reactions stem from public misinterpreting of Khan’s opinion and highlighted various instances of inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case, the court ultimately sided with the government.
**Interviewer:** What are the key arguments presented by both sides?
**Guest:** Safdar focused on the sheer number of cases filed against Khan, highlighting what he regards as a pattern of overreach by the government. He pointed out past decisions where Khan has received relief from lower courts and argued that the prolonged detention of his client is unwarranted. On the other hand, the prosecution emphasized the severity of the charges, particularly the attack on Jinnah House, and argued that Khan’s release could pose a risk to public safety.
**Interviewer:** What does this mean for Imran Khan going forward?
**Guest:** This setback certainly complicates Khan’s situation. He will remain in custody while awaiting trial in these eight cases. It underscores the ongoing legal challenges he faces and the uphill battle ahead. The focus will now shift to Khan’s legal team preparing a strong defense for the upcoming trials.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for sharing your expert analysis, [Guest Name]. This is certainly a story we will continue to follow closely.
**Note:** This interview does not include information regarding the Reuters article as it focuses on events unrelated to the May 9th cases
