MP Qasim collapses in Court mid-trial

State had refused to authorize leave, freezing his passport

Lawyers for MP Qasim had said he needs treatment from abroad for his condition

MP Qasim had previously sought treatment for a cardiac condition

MP Qasim was transferred to IGMH for treatment

The Parliamentarian was rushed out of Court shortly after the hearing began. He had collapsed in Court

Hearings had concluded; Court was to read summary charges on MP Qasim

The MP is on trial for attempting to bribe his fellow Parliamentarians over the no confidence vote on Speaker Maseeh

MP Qasim Ibrahim arrives in Court for hearings of the bribery charges raised against him