Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan Released On Bail

Following various riots and protests throughout the country, former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has been released on bail after a hearing in Islamabad's High Court was held on May 12. The High Court granted Khan a two-week bail after stating on May 11 that Khan's arrest was unlawful. Despite this decision, tensions are still flaring between Khan's supporters and the police. Two Pakistani provinces requested military support to counter the rioting; soldiers were also deployed across the capital city of Islamabad. Internet access was also cut off throughout the country following Khan's arrest. So far, ten Khan supporters have been reported dead (according to PBS), while Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) states around 50 Khan supporters have been killed. Spokesmen from the PTI said that protests would continue until Khan arrives safely at his home in Lahore, so violence and unrest are expected to continue. As of May 13, Khan reportedly made it to his home safely.