Worshippers at Riaz Ul Jannah in the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina offer prayers for the release of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, who has been in jail for the past 30 months. Khan, who first faced arrest in May 2023, became a central figure in Pakistan’s political turmoil after his detention sparked widespread protests, clashes with security forces, and heightened concerns about stability across the country. His August 2023 arrest followed a conviction in the Toshakhana case and ongoing proceedings in over 100 other cases, including the high-profile Al‑Qadir Trust matter, in which Khan is accused of corruption and misuse of trust funds linked to a religious charity. The charges against him, which range from corruption, leaking state secrets, and inciting violence to allegations in the Al‑Qadir Trust case, remain deeply controversial, with supporters insisting they are politically motivated and intended to prevent him from returning to active politics. Despite being granted bail in some instances, Khan remains behind bars, and his prolonged incarceration has drawn attention not only from local activists but also from international observers concerned about due process and political fairness. The prayers in Medina reflect both strong religious and emotional support from his followers and broader solidarity from the global Pakistani diaspora, highlighting enduring national and international interest in his political and personal fate. As debates continue over his imprisonment, including the Al‑Qadir Trust case, the situation underscores the deep divisions within Pakistan’s political landscape and the ongoing challenges facing the country’s democratic and judicial institutions
