The legal team of Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi is expected to conclude final arguments in the Toshakhana case today. The proceedings are being held inside Adiala jail, where both the former prime minister and his wife are present. The prosecution completed its arguments on Tuesday before the Special Court of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA).
The Toshakhana case involves allegations of unlawfully retaining a Bulgari jewellery set gifted by the Saudi royal family. Prosecutors claimed the couple bought the set, valued at Rs80 million, for only Rs2.9 million, causing a loss to the national exchequer. Imran Khan’s former military secretary testified that Khan instructed him not to deposit the gift in the Toshakhana.
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During the hearing, Khan rejected the charges, calling the case “politically motivated and fabricated.” He said the jewellery set was legally retained under the Toshakhana Policy 2018 after proper valuation. Bushra Bibi also denied wrongdoing, claiming the gift was declared and assessed according to official rules. Both challenged the jurisdiction of NAB and FIA, terming the investigation “unlawful.”
Meanwhile, the Special Anti-Terrorism Court issued a non-bailable arrest warrant for Khan’s sister, Aleema Khanum, in a separate protest-related case. She failed to appear in court twice despite repeated summons. The court ordered police to arrest and present her before the judge by Wednesday.
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The Toshakhana case is now at its final stage, with the defence set to complete arguments soon. The prosecution may seek brief time for a rebuttal before the court reserves or announces its verdict, marking a crucial moment in one of Pakistan’s most high-profile political trials.