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Imran Khan Says He Tried to Obtain Indian Passport, Confirms US Citizenship
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 05:49 AM
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Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan disclosed his attempt to secure an Indian passport and acknowledged holding US citizenship, according to a report in The Times of India.
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has reportedly told The Times of India that he was attempting to obtain an Indian passport. In the same statement, Khan acknowledged that he holds United States citizenship, a fact that has drawn attention across the subcontinent.
Khan's admission comes amid ongoing legal and political challenges in Pakistan, where he faces multiple cases. His claim of seeking an Indian travel document adds a new dimension to his international engagements and raises questions about his future movements.
The Times of India did not provide details on the procedural steps Khan pursued or the reasons behind his frustration, only noting his expressed disappointment. No official response from the Indian or US authorities has been recorded as of now.
Analysts suggest that Khan's dual claims could have diplomatic implications, given the historically tense relations between India and Pakistan. However, concrete outcomes remain uncertain pending further clarification from the involved parties.
The development underscores the complex personal and political landscape surrounding the former prime minister, who continues to be a polarising figure in regional politics.
Khan's admission comes amid ongoing legal and political challenges in Pakistan, where he faces multiple cases. His claim of seeking an Indian travel document adds a new dimension to his international engagements and raises questions about his future movements.
The Times of India did not provide details on the procedural steps Khan pursued or the reasons behind his frustration, only noting his expressed disappointment. No official response from the Indian or US authorities has been recorded as of now.
Analysts suggest that Khan's dual claims could have diplomatic implications, given the historically tense relations between India and Pakistan. However, concrete outcomes remain uncertain pending further clarification from the involved parties.
The development underscores the complex personal and political landscape surrounding the former prime minister, who continues to be a polarising figure in regional politics.