Khan's Hospitalization: A Glimpse into Pakistan's Judicial System The Supreme Court of Pakistan has a reputation for handing down verdicts that spark outrage, but the recent transfer of former Prime Minister Imran Khan back to jail after a brief hospital stay is more telling than initially meets the eye.
The decision speaks to the country's troubled relationship with its judiciary, where courts often seem to prioritize maintaining order over upholding due process.
Khan was sentenced to 17 years in prison for corruption charges that have been widely criticized by opposition parties and rights groups.