Ex-Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi collapses in jail; hospitalised

Ex-Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi collapses in jail; hospitalised

In brief

Shah Mahmood Qureshi, the former foreign minister of Pakistan, collapsed in his barrack at Kot Lakhpat Jail. He suffered injuries after fainting and was admitted to the Punjab Institute of Cardiology for medical attention. His family alleges he has been imprisoned for over two years on false charges linked to the May 9 riots. Over 90 bail hearings have occurred, but he remains in custody without a hearing record.

This is a summary provided by The Times of India — World. Read the complete story on the publisher’s website.

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