Sons of Imran Khan ask to see him in jail amid concerns over his health

Imran Khan's sons say they are seeking access after reports their father suffered vision loss in custody; a medical board reported reduced swelling and improved vision and the Supreme Court has sought details of his treatment.

Imran Khan's sons, who live in London, have urged Pakistani authorities to allow them to visit their father in prison after more than two years apart. The request follows a lawyer's report to the Supreme Court that Khan had significant vision loss while in custody. A medical board announced that swelling had reduced following treatment and that his vision had improved. The Supreme Court has asked for details of his treatment. Known details: - Khan's lawyer told the Supreme Court last week that the former prime minister had substantial vision loss in his right eye while detained. - A medical board said swelling had reduced after treatment and that vision had improved. - Khan has been jailed since August 2023; his sons say they have not seen him for more than two years and have applied for visas to travel. - The Supreme Court has sought information on his medical treatment while in custody. Summary: Their family's request has drawn public attention to Khan's medical care and access while detained. The Supreme Court has requested treatment details; other outcomes and access arrangements remain undetermined at this time.