ISLAMABAD, June 2-2025 — Imran Khan’s relationship with Pakistan’s military establishment has become even more tenuous due to Bushra Bibi’s involvement as his wife. Once considered private property, Bushra Bibi has now emerged as a central player in Pakistan’s political turmoil. According to reports in The Guardian, former Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa presented Khan with a dossier alleging corruption involving Bushra Bibi and her associates. Khan dismissed these claims by asserting “Bushra Bibi is my red line,” refusing any investigation into this matter. X (formerly Twitter) +2 The News International | Geo News +1 The News International Situation arose further when then-Director General of Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Lt. Gen. Asim Munir attempted to brief Khan about similar concerns. Khan responded swiftly by demanding Munir be removed within 24 hours – prompting General Faiz Hameed’s appointment as new ISI head. Bushra Bibi’s influence was not limited to private counsel; she became an important leader during the November 2024 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protests led by Khan supporters in Islamabad demanding his release from jail, marking an abrupt change from her previously low-key public presence. These demonstrations marked an extraordinary change for her. These included her leading thousands in Islamabad in demanding Khan be released. Until then she had maintained an otherwise low public presence. for this article. With respect to source material: (Wikipedia +The Guardian), see: Bibi Legal obstacles have also plagued their relationship. Both Khan and Bushra Bibi were charged in the Toshakhana Case with profiteering from state gifts during Khan’s time as Prime Minister; both were found guilty and sentenced to 14 years of incarceration, though they have appealed their verdicts (BBC + Wiki = ). Bushra Bibi’s transition from spiritual advisor to political figurehead has not only deepened tensions between Khan and the military establishment but has also introduced new dynamics within PTI. Her assertive role has both been applauded by supporters as well as critics – reflecting Pakistan’s highly charged political landscape. As Pakistan continues to face political unrest, economic challenges and questions regarding its rule of law, Bushra Bibi’s story serves as an illustration of how personal relationships and power structures intertwine within Pakistani politics.
