US backs Imran Khan’s calls for nationwide protest, slams authorities to ‘respect human rights, freedoms’
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US backs Imran Khan’s calls for nationwide protest, slams authorities to ‘respect human rights, freedoms’

Live Mint  

The US State Department expressed support for the right of the Pakistani people to protest peacefully, urging Pakistani authorities to respect human rights and freedoms. We call on protesters to demonstrate peacefully and refrain from violence, and at the same time, we call on Pakistani authorities to respect human rights and fundamental freedoms, and to ensure respect for Pakistan's laws and constitution, as they work to maintain law and order". When asked about the future of Pakistan and whether it is starting to look like Bangladesh, Miller said, "We support the right of people inside Pakistan to protest peacefully, and we call on the Pakistani authorities to respect human rights and fundamental freedoms". Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi on Monday demanded her husband's release as his party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party's convoys head toward the capital, Islamabad in the wake of 'Final Call' protests, Dawn reported.

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Pakistan jails 25 Imran Khan supporters over attacks on military sites
2 days, 18 hours ago

Pakistan jails 25 Imran Khan supporters over attacks on military sites

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan has jailed 25 civilians over attacks on military facilities that followed the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in 2023. The military’s public relations wing confirmed the ruling on Saturday, stating that a military court had handed down sentences of between two and 10 years of “rigorous imprisonment”, with 14 facing a decade behind bars. The statement did …

Pakistan's Jailed Former PM Imran Khan Threatens Civil Disobedience Movement If Demands Not Met By Sunday
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3 days, 3 hours ago

Pakistan's Jailed Former PM Imran Khan Threatens Civil Disobedience Movement If Demands Not Met By Sunday

ABP News  

Lahore, Dec 20 Jailed former prime minister Imran Khan has announced yet another round of protest, this time a civil disobedience movement, asking the Pakistani diaspora to boycott remittances if his demands are not met by Sunday. In a long post on his official X handle on Thursday, Khan, 72, put forth two major demands -- release of under-trial political …

Multiple crisis vectors destabilising Pakistan
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3 weeks ago

Multiple crisis vectors destabilising Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

Two distinct vectors have intersected in Pakistan this past week. The first was a high-intensity political clash as the jailed Imran Khan’s wife led large numbers of his supporters into the heart of Islamabad in defiance of the government, vowing to remain till their leader was released. A supporter of the jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's party Pakistan …

Pakistan says security forces handled Imran Khan supporters ‘without live ammunition’
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Pakistan says security forces handled Imran Khan supporters ‘without live ammunition’

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan's home ministry on Sunday said Imran Khan's Tehreek-e-Insaaf party's November 24 protest, declared ‘unlawful’ by the high court, violated Islamabad's Red Zone, according to Dawn. The interior ministry said that despite the Islamabad High Court ordering PTI to hold a protest at another location, Sangjani, the party "unlawfully breached entry towards the Red Zone of Islamabad". ‘Without live ammunition’ …

‘House of Cards’: How Imran Khan’s ‘final call’ deepens uncertainty in Pakistan
3 weeks, 1 day ago

‘House of Cards’: How Imran Khan’s ‘final call’ deepens uncertainty in Pakistan

Firstpost  

Khan frames his movement as one to restore ‘true democracy’ and ‘justice’ in Pakistan, despite his own contradictions and political alliances The political landscape of Pakistan has been undergoing dramatic shifts in recent years, with the rise of PTI’s populist movements, intense political polarisation, and societal rifts. The political landscape of Pakistan has been undergoing dramatic shifts in recent years, …

Pakistan PM permits authorities to file case against Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi over PTI protests
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Pakistan PM permits authorities to file case against Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi over PTI protests

Firstpost  

After days of chaos, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif permitted authorities to register a case against ex-PM Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur after supporters of Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf stormed into the country’s capital, Islamabad Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif allowed the country’s law enforcement agencies to pursue a case against ex-PM Imran Khan’s …

Watch video: Man pushed off container stack by Pakistani forces amid Imran Khan supporters’ protest in Islamabad
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Watch video: Man pushed off container stack by Pakistani forces amid Imran Khan supporters’ protest in Islamabad

Live Mint  

A man was pushed by security forces in Pakistan from a stack of cargo containers during protests over the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday. The man was praying on the top of the container when the security forces "brutally pushed him off from a height equivalent to three storeys", a BBC report said, citing Imran Khan's …

Fact Check: Was video from India shared as protest in Pakistan for Imran Khan’s release? Here's the truth
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Fact Check: Was video from India shared as protest in Pakistan for Imran Khan’s release? Here's the truth

India TV News  

Fact Check by Logically Facts The Verdict False The video shows a rally held by the AIMIM in India in September 2024, not a recent rally in Pakistan. A video showing a rally of bikes and cars is circulating online, claiming to depict a recent protest in Islamabad, Pakistan, demanding the release of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, who …

Pakistan lifts lockdown after police crackdown, why was Islamabad under siege? Who is behind the protest?
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Pakistan lifts lockdown after police crackdown, why was Islamabad under siege? Who is behind the protest?

Live Mint  

Pakistan is facing a massive protest for the release of former prime minister Imran Khan. Jailed former premier Imran Khan's party on Wednesday suspended "for the time being" its protest in Islamabad after a midnight crackdown by the authorities that reportedly killed four people and injured over 50 others. While Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan is leading the protest from jail, …

Pakistan ends lockdown after PTI calls off rallies, PM Sharif claims protests cost PKR 190 billion loss daily
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Pakistan ends lockdown after PTI calls off rallies, PM Sharif claims protests cost PKR 190 billion loss daily

India TV News  

Islamabad: Pakistani ended the lockdown and authorities arrested nearly 1,000 supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan who stormed the capital this week to demand his release, the city's police chief said on Wednesday. More than 1,000 arrested Islamabad's police chief, Ali Rizvi, denied that live ammunition had been used during the operation, which he said police had conducted …

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi face ‘terrorism’ charges after Islamabad protests
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi face ‘terrorism’ charges after Islamabad protests

Al Jazeera  

The latest charges against Pakistan’s former PM and his wife add to mounting political tensions. Islamabad, Pakistan – The Pakistani government has filed a series of charges, including one related to “terrorism”, against former Prime Minister Imran Khan, his wife, Bushra Bibi, and hundreds of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party workers after protests held in Islamabad this week. Khan, Bibi and others …

​Protest nation: On the state of Pakistan
3 weeks, 4 days ago

​Protest nation: On the state of Pakistan

The Hindu  

Another shutdown of the capital city. Pakistan is witnessing circles of crises, with a prolonged showdown between the military-backed government and the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, the party of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan. In the latest episode, PTI supporters marched towards the capital, after Mr. Khan made the “final call” for protests, demanding the release of their leader and other …

Imran Khan's PTI has turned Pak streets into protest hub: Here's how it's damaging the party
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Imran Khan's PTI has turned Pak streets into protest hub: Here's how it's damaging the party

Firstpost  

Multiple calls for protests, and multiple failures, has not only made the leadership crisis within the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf apparent, but has likely damaged the party’s credibility, too Supporters of jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, wave party flags during a rally in Islamabad, Pakistan. File image/ Reuters The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, led by imprisoned former …

Everything we know about clashes between police and supporters of Imran Khan in Pakistan
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Everything we know about clashes between police and supporters of Imran Khan in Pakistan

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery A view of a damaged …

Pakistan ends lockdown of its capital after Imran Khan supporters are dispersed by police
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Pakistan ends lockdown of its capital after Imran Khan supporters are dispersed by police

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Authorities reopened roads linking Pakistan’s capital with the rest of the country, ending a four-day lockdown, on Wednesday after using tear gas and firing into the air to disperse supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan who marched to Islamabad to demand his release from prison. Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi, who was leading the protest, and other …

Pakistan: Midnight Crackdown On Imran Khan Supporters Ends Protest In Islamabad, 450 Arrested
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Pakistan: Midnight Crackdown On Imran Khan Supporters Ends Protest In Islamabad, 450 Arrested

ABP News  

Islamabad, Nov 27 A midnight crackdown by the security personnel forced the supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan to evacuate the D-Chowk and its adjacent main business district of the capital ending their protest, which his party on Wednesday described as a “massacre” under the “fascist military regime.” Police sources said about 450 protestors were arrested in the …

Pakistan launches ’midnight raid’ to clear Imran Khan supporters from Islamabad after 6 killed in ’do-or-die’ protests
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Pakistan launches ’midnight raid’ to clear Imran Khan supporters from Islamabad after 6 killed in ’do-or-die’ protests

Live Mint  

Pakistani security forces launched a midnight operation on Tuesday to disperse thousands of supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who had gathered in Islamabad to demand his release. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf party's protests, demanding the release of its leader Imran Khan, took a violent turn on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of four security personnel and two PTI …

Pakistani security forces push Imran Khan supporters out of capital in overnight raid
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Pakistani security forces push Imran Khan supporters out of capital in overnight raid

NPR  

Pakistani security forces push Imran Khan supporters out of capital in overnight raid toggle caption Anjum Naveed/AP MUMBAI, India – Paramilitary forces dispersed protesters in the Pakistani capital on Wednesday, clearing out an encampment of thousands of people who were demanding the release of the imprisoned former prime minister Imran Khan. The protests were the latest clash between Khan and …

Imran Khan aide Gandapur does a hat-trick, flees protest site with Bushra Bibi
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Imran Khan aide Gandapur does a hat-trick, flees protest site with Bushra Bibi

India Today  

Imran Khan's close aide, Ali Amin Gandapur, has done it again. Gandapur, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, along with Imran Khan's wife, Bushra Bibi, were leading the protests in Islamabad, until they fled the scene. It wasn't until Wednesday morning that Gandapur, Bibi, and other PTI leaders resurfaced in Mansehra, in party stronghold Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the only province that Khan's …

Pakistan protests: 10 gripping images of deadly clashes
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Pakistan protests: 10 gripping images of deadly clashes

India Today  

Pakistan had been witnessing unprecedented political unrest as supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party took to the streets. Supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party march towards Islamabad after clearing shipping containers placed by authorities during a demonstration demanding Khan's release, in Hasan Abdal in Punjab province on Monday. Supporters of jailed …

Fact Check: Imran Khan supporters marching to Islamabad? No, this clip is not from Pakistan!
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Fact Check: Imran Khan supporters marching to Islamabad? No, this clip is not from Pakistan!

India Today  

A massive protest launched by supporters of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has now been called off by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, Khan’s party, following a government crackdown. A video now going viral allegedly shows a sea of Imran Khan supporters marching towards Islamabad against Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government and the Pakistan army chief. India Today Fact Check found …

What’s next for Imran Khan’s PTI after Islamabad protest setback?
3 weeks, 5 days ago

What’s next for Imran Khan’s PTI after Islamabad protest setback?

Al Jazeera  

The frantic escape by party leaders during a security crackdown could hurt the PTI. The PTI convoys had moved from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa into Islamabad, defying court orders banning their entry into the city, to pressure the government on three demands: reclaiming what the party calls its “stolen mandate” from the February elections, the release of political prisoners including Khan and …

Pakistan: Imran Khan's party PTI calls off Islamabad protest 'for the time being' following govt crackdown
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Pakistan: Imran Khan's party PTI calls off Islamabad protest 'for the time being' following govt crackdown

India TV News  

Islamabad: The Iman Khan party, PTI, in the early hours of Wednesday, announced that it was calling off its high-stakes Islamabad protest sit-in "for the time being", following a day of clashes between security forces and protesters in the city’s Red Zone ended in the party leadership’s hasty retreat, Dawn reported on Wednesday. Pakistani security forces launched an operation Tuesday …

Imran Khan's supporters end protest in Pak as midnight clash kills 6 cops
Top News
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Imran Khan's supporters end protest in Pak as midnight clash kills 6 cops

India Today  

Supporters of jailed former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, demanding the release of the cricketer-turned-politician from jail, were forced to end their protest in Islamabad after security personnel launched a midnight crackdown on their demonstration. Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party said that security forces fired live rounds on protesters with an intent of killing as many people in the protest, which …

Islamabad violence: 6 killed in clashes amid protests for Imran Khan's release
Top News
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Islamabad violence: 6 killed in clashes amid protests for Imran Khan's release

Hindustan Times  

At least six people, including four paramilitary soldiers, were killed in violent clashes in Pakistan's Islamabad between supporters of former prime minister Imran Khan and security forces, Reuters reported. A spokesperson for Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf, Zulfikar Bukhari, said that two protesters were also killed in the clashes while 30 others were injured. In Photos | Islamabad under siege as …

A violent showdown in Pakistan’s capital pits the government against Imran Khan supporters
3 weeks, 6 days ago

A violent showdown in Pakistan’s capital pits the government against Imran Khan supporters

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Thousands of people are in the heart of Pakistan’s capital to demand the release of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan. It’s the second time in as many months that the government has shut down Islamabad and mobilized massive resources to contain Khan’s supporters. Here is what’s behind the turmoil: Khan’s star power is undimmed even from prison Cricket …

7 killed in Pakistan in pro-Imran Khan protests, Army given shoot-at-sight order in Islamabad
3 weeks, 6 days ago

7 killed in Pakistan in pro-Imran Khan protests, Army given shoot-at-sight order in Islamabad

Firstpost  

The army in Pakistan has been ordered to ‘shoot at sight’ after clashes with former PM Imran Khan’s party supporters killed four soldiers and a protester on Monday Supporters of jailed former PM Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, throw stone as police fire tear gas shell to disperse them during clashes, in Islamabad, Pakistan, Tuesday, November 26, 2024. The violence …

Pakistan Orders ‘Shoot at Sight’ as Pro-Imran Khan Rally Turns Deadly
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Pakistan Orders ‘Shoot at Sight’ as Pro-Imran Khan Rally Turns Deadly

Deccan Chronicle  

Islamabad: Pakistan’s political turmoil escalated as a pro-Imran Khan rally turned deadly, leaving five people dead, including a policeman, and dozens injured in violent clashes. The protest was sparked by calls from former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who issued a "final call" for nationwide demonstrations on November 24 to denounce alleged electoral fraud, unjust arrests, and the controversial 26th constitutional …

Pakistan: Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown, at least six people killed in violence
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Pakistan: Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown, at least six people killed in violence

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistani security forces launched an operation Tuesday night to disperse supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan who had gathered in the capital to demand his release from prison. The latest development came hours after thousands of Khan supporters, defying government warnings, broke through a barrier of shipping containers blocking off Islamabad and entered a high-security zone, …

Pak protests: US calls on Pakistani authorities to respect human rights, fundamental freedoms
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Pak protests: US calls on Pakistani authorities to respect human rights, fundamental freedoms

ABP News  

Washington, Nov 26 : As thousands in Pakistan defied a crackdown to rally for the release of former prime minister Imran Khan, the United States called on Pakistani authorities to respect human rights and fundamental freedoms and to ensure respect for the country's laws. The 72-year-old former premier, who has been in jail since August last year, issued a "final …

Pakistani government deploys army to ward off Imran Khan protesters as deadly unrest grips Islamabad
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Pakistani government deploys army to ward off Imran Khan protesters as deadly unrest grips Islamabad

ABC  

Several security personnel have died and dozens of civilians injured in the latest escalation of protests surrounding Pakistan's capital of Islamabad. Thousands of protesters seeking the release of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan have closed in on the city as of Tuesday afternoon, local time, after days of marching south from the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa — Mr Khan's …

Imran Khan supporter protests: Why Pakistan’s capital is on lockdown, with internet shutdowns and thousands marching
Top News
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Imran Khan supporter protests: Why Pakistan’s capital is on lockdown, with internet shutdowns and thousands marching

CNN  

CNN — Thousands of supporters of Pakistan’s jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan broke through barricades around the capital Tuesday and marched into Islamabad, clashing with security forces and demanding his release. Policemen fire tear gas shells to disperse supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party during a protest to demand the release of former prime minister Imran Khan, in Islamabad on …

5 killed in Pak as Imran Khan's supporters march to Islamabad, clash with police
3 weeks, 6 days ago

5 killed in Pak as Imran Khan's supporters march to Islamabad, clash with police

India Today  

Five security personnel were killed, and dozens, including police officers, were injured in Pakistan as supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan marched toward the capital on Monday and continued their protest on Tuesday. The protest march spearheaded by Khan's wife Bushra Bibi, which began on Sunday and reached Islamabad by Monday evening, witnessed clashes with police and security …

Imran Khan supporters in showdown with Pakistan forces: What we know
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Imran Khan supporters in showdown with Pakistan forces: What we know

Al Jazeera  

Violent clashes continue in Islamabad as security forces use tear gas, rubber bullets to disperse advancing protesters. PTI’s Omar Ayub Khan, the leader of the opposition in the National Assembly, said the amendments are “suffocating a free judiciary”. Return ‘stolen mandate’: After the February 8 general election, marred by allegations of vote rigging and delayed results, a six-party alliance, including …

Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown in Pakistan’s Islamabad
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown in Pakistan’s Islamabad

Al Jazeera  

Supporters seeking the release of Pakistan’s jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan broke through a ring of shipping containers locking down the capital, Islamabad, battled police, and ignored a government threat to respond with gunfire. Dozens more were injured, including journalists who were attacked by Khan’s supporters, who also beat a videographer covering the protests for The Associated Press news …

At least four killed as ex-Pakistan PM Khan’s supporters enter Islamabad
3 weeks, 6 days ago

At least four killed as ex-Pakistan PM Khan’s supporters enter Islamabad

Al Jazeera  

Thousands clash with police as they force their way into capital to demand jailed ex-prime minister’s release. Several members of Pakistan’s security forces are reported to have been killed as supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan forced their way into the capital, Islamabad. Four security service personnel were killed, the government said on Tuesday, as thousands defied a …

Imran Khan calls for ‘fight till the end’ as Pakistan gov’t rules out talks
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Imran Khan calls for ‘fight till the end’ as Pakistan gov’t rules out talks

Al Jazeera  

Tensions rise as security forces clash with protesters calling for release of imprisoned former prime minister. Islamabad, Pakistan – Imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan has urged his supporters to “fight till the end” as Pakistani authorities cracked down on protesters calling for his release. “The loss of life and economic damage over the past few days lies squarely on …

Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown in Pakistani capital, at least six people killed in violence
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown in Pakistani capital, at least six people killed in violence

New Indian Express  

ISLAMABAD: Supporters seeking the release of imprisoned Pakistani former premier Imran Khan on Tuesday broke through a ring of shipping containers locking down the capital Islamabad, while at least six people have died in protest-related violence. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif denounced the attack on Tuesday, saying an "anarchist group" was deliberately targeting law enforcement personnel. Shortly after midnight, Interior Minister …

Protest In Support Of Imran Khan Turns Violent In Pakistan, 1 Policeman Killed, Dozen Civilian Injured
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Protest In Support Of Imran Khan Turns Violent In Pakistan, 1 Policeman Killed, Dozen Civilian Injured

ABP News  

Islamabad/Lahore, Nov 25 : At least one policeman was killed and dozens injured in clashes on Monday as thousands of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf protestors entered the territorial jurisdiction of the national capital on the call of the party founder Imran Khan. The 72-year-old former premier, who has been in jail since August last year, issued a "final call" on November …

How does Imran Khan continue to drive Pakistan's political agenda from jail?
4 weeks ago

How does Imran Khan continue to drive Pakistan's political agenda from jail?

Firstpost  

Thousands of supporters of Imran Khan are marching to Pakistan’s capital of Islamabad to demand his release from jail. A key Khan aid, Ali Amin Gandapur, who is the chief minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and is expected to lead the largest convoy into Islamabad, called on people to gather near the entrance of the city’s red zone, known as …

Pakistani police clash with thousands of Imran Khan supporters marching to capital to demand his release
4 weeks ago

Pakistani police clash with thousands of Imran Khan supporters marching to capital to demand his release

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Clashes between members of Mr Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party …

March demanding release of Pakistan's Imran Khan nears capital
4 weeks ago

March demanding release of Pakistan's Imran Khan nears capital

Hindustan Times  

* March demanding release of Pakistan's Imran Khan nears capital Main rally of Khan's supporters approaches Islamabad * Daily activities paralysed by lockdown, highway closure * Khan's party demands his release, govt's resignation By Asif Shahzad ISLAMABAD, - A march by hundreds of supporters to demand the release of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan reached the fringes of Pakistan's …

Pakistan detains over 4,000 Imran Khan supporters before Islamabad rally
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4 weeks ago

Pakistan detains over 4,000 Imran Khan supporters before Islamabad rally

Al Jazeera  

Thousands of supporters of former PM march to the capital, demanding his release from jail and government’s resignation. Thousands of supporters of Imran Khan have been detained by police as Pakistan’s capital remains under lockdown in advance of a rally demanding the release of the jailed former prime minister and resignation of the current government. In a news conference, Interior …

Thousands of Imran Khan supporters defy tear gas, lockdown and arrest to head to Pakistani capital
4 weeks ago

Thousands of Imran Khan supporters defy tear gas, lockdown and arrest to head to Pakistani capital

ABC  

Thousands of supporters of Pakistan's imprisoned former prime minister Imran Khan have defied a lockdown and widespread arrests to head to the capital to demand his release. "We are determined and we will reach Islamabad, though police are using tear gas to stop our march," Kamran Bangash, a PTI senior leader, told The Associated Press. Mr Sharif's spokesman, Attaullah Tarar, …

‘Enough is enough’: Pakistan’s Islamabad on edge before PTI siege
4 weeks ago

‘Enough is enough’: Pakistan’s Islamabad on edge before PTI siege

Al Jazeera  

Locals are upset about movement restrictions and an internet blackout before a rally by former PM Imran Khan’s PTI. Despite his incarceration, Khan issued a “final call” on November 14, urging supporters to take to the streets on November 24 to protest against the “stolen mandate” of this year’s elections, “unjust arrests” of PTI leaders and activists and against the …

Why Imran Khan is the most powerful man in Pakistan
4 weeks ago

Why Imran Khan is the most powerful man in Pakistan

India Today  

November 24 saw the beginning of a political showdown between Imran Khan and Pakistan’s government. Thousands of Khan’s supporters marched on Islamabad to put pressure on the country’s weakening administration, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The protesters aimed to achieve three primary objectives: the release of Imran Khan and other detained leaders, a reversal of the alleged election fraud, …

One killed, dozens injured as supporters of Imran Khan protest in Pakistan
4 weeks ago

One killed, dozens injured as supporters of Imran Khan protest in Pakistan

Al Jazeera  

Supporters of the former prime minister are marching to the capital, Islamabad, demanding his release from jail. At least one police officer has been killed and dozens of people injured in Pakistan as supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan have clashed with security forces outside the capital, Islamabad, officials and Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party say. On Monday, one …

Over 4,000 Imran Khan supporters arrested ahead of Islamabad protest
4 weeks ago

Over 4,000 Imran Khan supporters arrested ahead of Islamabad protest

Firstpost  

Clashes erupted Sunday between police and PTI supporters along the Punjab-Khyber Pakhtunkhwa border, with reports of tit-for-tat tear gas exchanges Police officers detain a supporter of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, which supporters gather for a rally demanding Khan's release, in Lahore, Pakistan. AP Pakistani police have arrested more than 4,000 supporters of jailed former Prime Minister …

Pakistani police arrest thousands of Imran Khan supporters as capital under lockdown ahead of rally
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Pakistani police arrest thousands of Imran Khan supporters as capital under lockdown ahead of rally

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — Pakistani police arrested thousands of Imran Khan supporters as the capital remained under lockdown ahead of a rally there to demand the ex-premier’s release from prison, a security officer said Sunday. Earlier on Sunday, Pakistan suspended mobile and internet services “in areas with security concerns.” The government and Interior Ministry posted the announcement on the social media platform …

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