Imran Khan’s Jail Sentence Sparks Nationwide PTI Protests

Widespread protests erupted across Pakistan on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, following the two-year prison sentence handed down to former Prime Minister Imran Khan on corruption charges. His party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), reported the arrest of over 550 of its supporters during demonstrations demanding his immediate release.

The PTI alleges widespread crackdowns on its activists nationwide, with many claiming arbitrary detention and denial of legal representation. These claims remain unverified, but the scale of the protests indicates significant public unrest.

Khan, already facing multiple corruption cases, is currently incarcerated with restricted access to his legal team and party leadership. This severely limits his ability to mount a robust defence, according to his legal representatives.

The ongoing situation raises serious concerns about the state of democratic processes and the rule of law in Pakistan. The widespread protests and reports of arrests highlight the deep political divisions within the country and the potential for further escalation of the crisis. The coming days will be crucial in determining the trajectory of the political landscape and the future of Imran Khan.