Pakistan’s former prime minister Imran Khan has pleaded not guilty to corruption charges a day after his arrest sparked nationwide protests.
Eight people have died nationwide in the protests and about 1,000 have been arrested, police say.
The army is being deployed in some areas, and has issued a stern warning after crowds attacked its properties.
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Mr Khan’s arrest dramatically escalated tensions between Mr Khan and the military at a time of economic crisis.
Conviction would disqualify the former cricket star – prime minister from 2018 to 2022 – from standing for office, possibly for life. Elections are due later this year.
Courtesy BBC
