ISLAMABAD – Despite facing legal challenges, Donald Trump secured a remarkable victory, marking a powerful political comeback and drawing congratulatory messages from around the globe.
In Pakistan, supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan are optimistic about his potential release following the shift in U.S. leadership. Khan’s followers view Trump’s return to the White House as a possible turning point for U.S.-Pakistan relations, hoping it could pave the way for the former prime minister’s freedom from imprisonment.
Various theories are emerging, with many pointing to the friendly relationship between Trump and Imran Khan during Trump’s previous administration.
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Imran Khan made a visit to the United States, where he was warmly received by President Trump. During the visit, Trump even referred to Khan as his “good friend,” highlighting their close rapport.
In Pakistan, PTI supporters and critics of the PML-N coalition believe that Donald Trump’s presidency could pressure the Pakistani government to release PTI leader Imran Khan, who remains imprisoned facing numerous charges.
While Khan’s enthusiastic followers remain hopeful, experts point out that Trump’s silence on Khan’s detention suggests that the issue is of little concern to the Republican leader.
