Former prime minister Imran Khan’s sons, Kasim Khan and Sulaiman Khan, have raised fresh concerns about their father’s health. They say authorities have blocked family access and withheld medical updates for months.
The brothers spoke to CNN in an interview published on Thursday. Their comments came as Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) marked three years since Imran Khan entered prison on August 5, 2023.
Imran Khan’s Sons Say They Have No Health Updates
Kasim and Sulaiman spoke from London. They said they have received no reliable information about their father’s condition.
According to the brothers, authorities have not allowed family members, lawyers or personal doctors to meet Imran Khan for seven months.
Kasim said the family has never faced such uncertainty during his father’s imprisonment.
“We’ve been more in the dark than we’ve ever been through his incarceration,” he said.
He also referred to an Islamabad High Court order. The court directed authorities to arrange phone calls between Imran Khan and his sons every two weeks.
Brothers Face Travel Difficulties
Kasim and Sulaiman said they want to travel to Pakistan. However, they claim administrative delays have stopped them from visiting.
Kasim said the process becomes more difficult whenever they speak publicly about their father.
“We’re trying to go, but nothing’s coming through,” he said.
The government has stated that both brothers can enter Pakistan using their National Identity Cards for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOPs).
However, Kasim said their NICOPs have expired. He added that officials have not renewed the cards. He also said visa applications have not moved forward because of technical issues.
CNN quoted Pakistan’s Information Ministry as saying the brothers already have NICOPs. The ministry said they do not need visas to enter Pakistan.
Officials also described the brothers’ claims as misleading. However, the ministry did not respond directly to their claim about expired NICOPs.
Family Questions Imran Khan’s Health
Kasim said the family has not received any recent medical reports.
“They’re refusing to show us any kind of health report,” he said.
He added that the family worries Imran Khan’s health may have worsened.
Earlier this year, doctors diagnosed Imran Khan with central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO), an eye condition.
The government says he continues to receive medical treatment.
PTI leaders and family members disagree. They want authorities to transfer him to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad. They also want his personal doctors to examine him.
Will Imran Khan Accept a Political Deal?
CNN asked the brothers whether Imran Khan could reach an agreement with the government.
Sulaiman said he does not believe that will happen.
He said his father would not accept a deal that secured only his own release while leaving other political prisoners behind bars.
Kasim shared a similar opinion. However, he said the family lacks enough information to know his father’s current position.
Kasim Rejects the Charges
Kasim dismissed the legal cases against his father.
He called the allegations “plain lies and deceit.”
He also urged the international community to pay attention to Pakistan’s political situation.
According to Kasim, millions of Pakistanis voted for Imran Khan, yet he remains behind bars without justification.
PTI Marks Three Years Since Imran Khan’s Imprisonment
Thursday marked three years since authorities jailed Imran Khan in the Toshakhana case.
He remains in prison after receiving a 14-year sentence in the £190 million corruption case.
He also received another conviction in a Toshakhana case in December 2025.
In addition, he still faces several terrorism-related cases linked to the May 9, 2023, riots.
PTI organised rallies in several major cities to mark the anniversary.
Police took action against demonstrations in Karachi and Lahore. Authorities also arrested several party workers.
Family Seeks Better Medical Access
Court orders allow family meetings on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Despite those orders, Imran Khan has not met family members or senior PTI leaders for months.
His sister, Uzma Khanum, was the last close relative to meet him in December.
PTI leaders continue to accuse the government of limiting access to Imran Khan and withholding information about his health.
The government rejects those allegations. Officials say they continue to provide proper medical care.
Meanwhile, Imran Khan’s family continues to demand regular meetings, independent medical examinations by his personal doctors and treatment at Shifa International Hospital.
