Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan’s legal team filed a petition with the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Saturday. The request seeks to halt the trial in the May 9 GHQ attack case.
The petition focuses on stopping video-link proceedings until the Lahore High Court’s Rawalpindi bench issues a pending decision. Imran Khan’s lawyers argued that continuing the trial via video link would be inappropriate before the higher court ruling. They also requested additional time to review the legal aspects of the case.
The government’s counsel opposed the plea, reminding the court that Khan’s team had already filed two petitions challenging the video-link appearance. The state argued that the defense was attempting to delay the trial.
The ATC noted submissions from both sides and summoned detailed arguments for the next hearing. The court will focus on whether the trial should be paused until the Lahore High Court provides further directions.
This legal move highlights ongoing disputes over the trial process in the May 9 GHQ attack case. Imran Khan’s petition comes amid continued attention on video-link hearings and procedural fairness. Lawyers on both sides are preparing to present arguments on whether the trial can proceed or should be temporarily halted.
Imran Khan’s legal team emphasized that pausing the trial will ensure that all legal issues are considered properly. The petition seeks to prevent potential procedural errors and maintain fairness in the proceedings.
The ATC’s upcoming hearing will decide whether the trial can continue via video link or must be temporarily suspended until the Lahore High Court rules. This case remains a key focus in Pakistan’s ongoing political and legal developments.
Imran Khan’s petition reflects the complex legal challenges surrounding high-profile cases and demonstrates the continued scrutiny of court procedures in Pakistan.
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