Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on May 26 appealed for immediate talks with state officials, as pressure increased on him amid a crackdown on his top aides and supporters that has seen thousands arrested, as well as many leaving his party. Khan has been embroiled in a tussle with the military since he was removed from power last year in a parliamentary vote that he says was orchestrated by the country's top generals. The military denies this. The standoff intensified when earlier this month Khan's supporters were involved in violent protests following his brief arrest on May 9. To read the original report by Reuters, click here .
