Imran Khan's sister Aleema arrested in Lahore ahead of planned PTI protest
Aleema Khan, sister of imprisoned former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, has been arrested in Lahore. The arrest occurred ahead of a planned protest march organized by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party.
Why it matters
The arrest highlights the ongoing political instability in Pakistan and the government's crackdown on the opposition party founded by the former Prime Minister.
Long-imprisoned former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's sister, Aleema Khan, was arrested from her home in Lahore on Sunday ahead of a planned march on September 27.Police arrested Aleema as she was planning a protest march organised by Imran Khan-founded Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
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