"Imran Khan Shares Rare Insight into Harsh Prison Conditions, Describes Cell as 'Terrorist Death Cell'"

 In a rare interview from prison, former prime minister and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan condemned the harsh conditions of his confinement, comparing them to those experienced by terrorists.

Khan described his imprisonment as solitary confinement in a small cell with constant surveillance, emphasizing the lack of basic rights, such as visitation.

“I am confined in a 7ft by 8ft death cell, typically reserved for terrorists to ensure they have no contact with anyone,” he told The Sunday Times. “It is solitary confinement with barely any space to move. I am under constant surveillance by the agencies, being recorded 24/7, and I am denied basic prisoner and human rights such as visitation.”

Khan, 71, has been in prison for nearly a year on various charges, including corruption, treason, and an illegal marriage. His third wife, Bushra, is also imprisoned. Due to restrictions on his access to writing materials, the interview was conducted through his lawyers.

“These games are being played to break me and my party, but by the grace of the Almighty, nothing has or will succeed,” Khan added.

He expressed that the UN's recent decision highlights the injustices faced by him and his party, stating that the report provides an objective view of the situation. Khan urged the international community to review the findings and address the issues impacting Pakistan’s democracy and its people.