Former US ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad once again speaks in favour of Imran Khan

There are indications that Pakistan's parliament, which is controlled by the governing coalition, might well ask the Supreme Court to disqualify Imran Khan from running for election and even prohibit PTI in the next few days.
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— Zalmay Khalilzad (@realZalmayMK) March 21, 2023

The government appears to have decided to set up Imran Khan as Enemy No 1 of the State. Such steps will only deepen Pakistan's triple crises: political, economic, and security. Already, some countries have suspended planned investments.

— Zalmay Khalilzad (@realZalmayMK) March 21, 2023

The IMF support remains doubtful. If the steps mentioned take place, international support for #Pakistan will decline further. Political polarization and violence will likely increase.

— Zalmay Khalilzad (@realZalmayMK) March 21, 2023

I hope the Pakistani political leaders rise above destructive petty politics that undermine the national interest. If not, I hope the Supreme Court says no to being used in games that undermine the nation's interests. I am becoming increasingly concerned about Pakistan.
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— Zalmay Khalilzad (@realZalmayMK) March 21, 2023