Global Dimensions: From Washington to Ankara

Khan’s plight resonates beyond Pakistan:

• US Pressure: Congressman Chris Smith condemned Khan’s imprisonment and Pakistan’s "sharp turn for the worse" on rights 4.

• Türkiye’s Lifeline: Ankara deepened defense ties with Pakistan, publicly backing it during the May 2025 India-Pakistan conflict. Joint committees now focus on security cooperation 13.

• Diaspora Mobilization: Khan’s UK-based sons, Suleman and Qasim, face arrest threats if they join protests. Jemima Goldsmith accused Pakistan of a "personal vendetta" 4.

✍️ Rhetorical Power: Khan’s speeches (like his 2018 victory address) masterfully blend pathos and ethos – a tool now used by PTI in protest narratives