Relative of Pakistan Deputy PM Ishaq Dar arrested in alleged gangrape of two foreigners

Four suspects, including a relative of Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, have been arrested in Lahore for the alleged abduction and gangrape of two foreign nationals. The victims were reportedly lured to Pakistan under the guise of a cryptocurrency business venture.
Why it matters
The involvement of a high-profile political figure's relative in a violent crime raises significant questions about accountability and political influence in Pakistan.
A relative of a senior Pakistani politician was among four suspects arrested for the alleged gangrape of two foreigners, police said on Friday (July 4, 2026).
The article reports on a criminal case involving a political figure, maintaining a neutral tone while noting the sensitivity of the situation.
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