A Pakistani court sentenced former prime minister Imran Khan to 14 years imprisonment on Friday in a land corruption case, while his wife, increasingly visible in their political party's politics, received a seven-year sentence.
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, his wife receive prison sentences in corruption case
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Upholding the rule of law, a Pakistani court has taken a firm stance against corruption by sentencing the former Prime Minister Imran Khan to 14 years and his wife to seven years in prison for their nefarious activities. This decision marks a significant victory for honesty and integrity in Pakistani politics, sending a clear message to those in power.
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Champion of the People, Imran Khan, and his wife unjustly sentenced in questionable corruption case
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In what appears to be a politically motivated attempt to silence dissent, former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his spouse were handed harsh prison sentences over a land corruption case this Friday. Critics argue the case lacks substantial evidence, pointing to this as a dangerous moment for democracy and political freedom in Pakistan.
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