PTI founder, Bushra Bibi acquitted in Iddat case

The recent developments in the legal proceedings involving Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, have garnered significant attention. Here is a summary of the key events:

1. **Verdict Nullified**: Additional District and Sessions Judge Muhammad Afzal Majoka declared the trial court's verdict null and void.

2. **Previous Plea Rejections**: A district and sessions court in Islamabad had previously rejected pleas from Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi seeking suspension of their sentences in the iddat case.

3. **High Court's Directive**: The Islamabad High Court had directed the sessions court to announce the verdict on Bushra Bibi's plea seeking suspension of her conviction in the Nikah case within a month.

4. **Marriage and Controversy**: Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi married in February 2018. The marriage has been controversial due to allegations that it took place during the iddat period following Bushra Bibi's divorce, which is against Sharia laws. This led to accusations of illegal marriage and fornication by Khawar Maneka, Bushra Bibi's former husband.

5. **Sentencing**: Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi were sentenced to seven years imprisonment and fined Rs 500,000 each in the iddat case. The reserved verdict was announced by Judge Qudratullah.

These developments reflect the complex legal and personal challenges faced by Imran Khan and Bushra Bibi amid their controversial marriage and subsequent legal battles.