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Moreover, Pakistan’s judiciary has intervened to declare Khan’s arrest illegal and ordered his release on bail. Still, Khan remains under threat of re-arrest, with many fearing that military courts might try him—an option that could dramatically impact his ability to contest future elections.
Several of Khan’s close aides, including PTI Secretary General Assad Umar and spokesperson Shireen Mazari, have resigned, citing political repression and pressure from the government. Journalists and opposition voices face harassment, threats, and violence—sacrificing press freedom for political intimidation.