Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan failed to appear before a court in Islamabad on March 7 to answer charges in a graft case against him. The no-show was apparently a legal maneuver to avoid arrest. The hearing was set by Judge Zafar Iqbal, and Khan was required to appear in person to respond to charges of selling state gifts while in office. The same judge last week issued an arrest warrant for Khan, but only the government of Khan’s successor, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, can order the police to take him into custody. To read the original story by AP, click here.
Pakistan's Former Prime Minister Imran Khan A No-Show In Court, Avoids Arrest
Supporters gather around a car carrying Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan (not pictured) after he appeared at a court in Islamabad on February 28.