PTI founder's interim bail extended in May-9 violence cases

An anti-terrorism court (ATC) has decided to extend the interim bail of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder in three cases related to the May-9 violence until July 6. The court has specifically instructed the superintendent of Adiala Jail to ensure the PTI founder's attendance through video-link at the upcoming hearing. The bail petitions discussed during the proceedings involved cases of attacks on Jinnah House, Askari Tower, and the torching of Shadman Police Station.

During the court session, the PTI founder's counsel, Barrister Salman Safdar, highlighted the challenges faced in bringing the accused to court from Adiala Jail. Despite prior engagements, he made efforts to present arguments and mentioned that the PTI founder had previously been granted interim bail in four cases by another ATC without physical attendance through video-link. The court requested a copy of the order to verify this information.

Salman Safdar agreed to present further arguments the next day, and the court directed the Adiala Jail superintendent to ensure the PTI founder's attendance via video-link. This development comes after a series of legal proceedings, including the revocation and subsequent overturning of pre-arrest bails in various cases involving the PTI founder.

The PTI founder has been embroiled in legal battles stemming from his alleged involvement in incidents of violence and attacks. The recent extension of interim bail signifies ongoing legal deliberations surrounding the cases related to the May-9 violence.

The ATC's decision to extend the PTI founder's interim bail underscores the complexities of the legal process and the efforts being made to ensure fair proceedings. As the case continues to unfold, further updates on the legal status of the PTI founder are expected to emerge.