Jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan has issued a stern ultimatum to the Pakistani government, demanding that it meet a series of conditions by December 22, 2024. Among these demands are the immediate release of political prisoners and the establishment of independent judicial commissions to investigate the violent protests that have gripped the nation. In a message shared on X (formerly Twitter), Khan, who has been incarcerated since August 2023, emphasized that these demands are “legitimate” and essential for the restoration of justice and accountability in the country.

Khan has warned that if the government fails to comply with these demands, he will launch a civil disobedience movement. As part of this movement, he has urged overseas Pakistanis to stop sending remittances, a move that would exert significant financial pressure on the government. This bold stance marks an escalation in Khan’s efforts to challenge the current political establishment, and it underscores the growing frustration with the political and judicial system in Pakistan.

The stakes are high as Khan’s supporters, many of whom view him as a symbol of resistance, prepare for a potentially large-scale response. The former Prime Minister’s call for action reflects deep dissatisfaction with the state of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in Pakistan, sparking a national debate about the future of the country’s governance.

Agencies.