Imran Khan to be charged with treason for using 'Pakistan's secret information
In the ongoing Cypher case, Imran Khan, the former Pakistan prime minister and leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, is facing serious accusations related to the alleged use of classified information for political and personal gains. The defense minister, Asif Khawaja, has suggested that Imran Khan could be charged with treason under Article 6, which could lead to his disqualification from holding public office and carry severe penalties, including life imprisonment or even the death sentence.
Imran Khan has responded to the allegations, claiming that the controversy surrounding the cypher is a deliberate attempt by the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM)-led government to disqualify him from participating in future elections. He accused prominent political figures, such as PM Shehbaz Sharif and Asif Ali Zardari, of conspiring against him to remove him from the political arena.
According to law minister Azam Khan, using a diplomatic cypher for political purposes could result in a sentence of up to 14 years for Imran Khan. The situation escalated when the interior minister, Rana Sanaullah, announced the government's intent to initiate criminal proceedings against Imran Khan for allegedly disclosing official secrets. This development came after Imran Khan's removal from power through a vote of no confidence in April 2022.
During a public gathering, shortly after his removal from office, Imran Khan waved a piece of paper claiming it to be a copy of a secret diplomatic letter, implying that there were potential consequences if he continued to approach Russia.
It is essential to keep in mind that these are the reported facts and statements from various sources, and the situation may continue to evolve. As with any legal case, the outcome will depend on the evidence and legal proceedings.