Imran Khan’s son presented his father’s case directly before the leaders of the 47-member Human Rights Council operating under the United Nations. Qasim Khan stated that democracy is being crushed in Pakistan, and that the current regime is suppressing the rights of a large segment of the population.
He said that his father, Imran Khan, has been enduring solitary confinement for nearly 1,000 days under extremely harsh conditions. The family is deeply concerned because they know he can never go back on his principles, even if it costs him his life in prison.
Qasim Khan urged the Council to immediately demand the release of his father and all political prisoners. He expressed solidarity with the people of Pakistan and said they do not want the country to be further punished by the withdrawal of GSP+ status. However, he emphasized that the regime must understand that if Pakistan fails to respect 27 international conventions, those commitments will also cease to be respected.
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Can the world remain silent while democracy and human rights are being crushed?
