Imran Khan: Clashes as Pakistan police try to arrest opposition leader

Caroline Davies in Islamabad & Robert Greenall in London | BBC News — Tue, 14 Mar 2023 18:40:46 +0000

Supporters of Pakistan’s main opposition leader Imran Khan have clashed with police outside his home as officers try to arrest him.

Police fired tear gas shells to disperse the supporters, who threw stones and bricks.

There is a tense situation outside the compound, in the city of Lahore, as police try to force their way in.

He is facing allegations he unlawfully sold state gifts while in office. He says the case is politically motivated.

Police have made previous attempts to arrest him, but Mr Khan, 70, told the BBC he thought they were determined to put him behind bars this time.

“I’m mentally prepared that I’m going to be spending my night in a cell,” he said. “I don’t know how many nights, but I’m all prepared for that.”

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Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-64957293

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