KARACHI: Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari was rushed to hospital in Karachi after his health deteriorated late Monday night.
According to local media reports citing sources within Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), the president, was shifted to a private hospital in Karachi.
President Zardari is currently undergoing treatment, with doctors conducting necessary medical tests to assess his health.
Security at the private hospital has been tightened, with police and law enforcement agencies deployed to maintain safety, according to party sources.
Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari offered Eid-ul-Fitr prayers yesterday at Zardari House in Nawabshah, joined by a large gathering of people.
He prayed for the country’s progress and later met with attendees, exchanging Eid greetings.
It is pertinent to mention here that President Asif Ali Zardari suffered a foot fracture in 2024 upon disembarking a plane at Dubai Airport. The President was on a private visit to UAE.
According to the President House Spokesperson, the President was immediately taken to the hospital for initial medical assistance.
After examination, doctors applied a plaster to his foot, the spokesperson said adding that the plaster will remain for four weeks. President Zardari was advised to rest completely at home.
