Imran Khan may be shifted from Adiala Jail as protests continue
LAHORE, Dec 10: Pakistan is considering relocating former Prime Minister Imran Khan from Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail due to ongoing protests by his supporters outside the prison, a senior Punjab official told PTI. The provincial government, in consultation with federal authorities, is reviewing options, with District Jail Attock among potential alternatives. Continuous demonstrations have disrupted daily life for local residents, prompting authorities to explore the move. Tensions escalated after prison officials denied Khan’s sisters and lawyers access to him, triggering protests that were dispersed by Punjab Police using water cannons and vehicle seizures. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) condemned the police action, calling the use of water cannons on women in winter “inhumane” and accusing authorities of violating Khan’s rights. Officials claimed the protests are being used to create chaos, while PTI leaders said the transfer is demanded by the party to allow Khan’s family and legal team access, highlighting rising unrest and political tension surrounding his imprisonment. (PTI)
Ukraine to share updated peace plans with US ahead of talks
KYIV, Dec 10: Ukraine is set to submit updated peace proposals to US negotiators ahead of talks with around 30 coalition partners, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. He indicated the country could hold elections within 60–90 days if wartime security and legal provisions are ensured. Zelenskyy seeks a fair settlement that safeguards Ukrainian interests while managing pressure from US President Donald Trump for a swift compromise favoring Russia. European allies support Kyiv’s position, with a virtual meeting planned to discuss the negotiations. Meanwhile, foreign military aid to Ukraine has declined in 2025, totaling €32.5 billion ($37.8 billion) compared to €41.6 billion ($48.4 billion) annually between 2022–24, though Germany, France, the UK, and Nordic nations have increased assistance. Discussions focus on security guarantees, reconstruction, and a framework for lasting peace. (AP)
Evacuees recount fleeing Thailand-Cambodia violence
SURIN, Dec 10: Thousands of Thai and Cambodian villagers have again fled their border homes amid renewed fighting between the two countries, the second mass evacuation in four months. In Thailand’s Surin province, early warnings prompted many, including 73-year-old Amnat Meephew, to leave quickly, often with only clothes and essentials. Evacuees sheltered in halls and tents, supported by officials and volunteers offering food, health checks and activities for children. Some, like Thidarat Homhual, were distressed about pets left behind but tried to adapt. Across the border, Cambodian families escaped after hearing gunfire, taking refuge in open fields where they erected makeshift tents and cooked over small stoves. Conditions were harsh, with cold winds and scarce comfort. Many evacuees prayed for an end to the conflict so they could return to their homes and livelihoods. (AP)
