Imran Khan Supporters End Protests Amid Pakistan Crackdown
TL;DR
Opposition supporters in Pakistan have temporarily halted protests demanding the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan after a police crackdown in Islamabad resulted in at least six deaths. The protests, led by Khan's party PTI, were dispersed by authorities using tear gas, and over 500 supporters were reportedly arrested. The PTI claims several of their members were killed and have called for an investigation. Despite Khan's imprisonment, he remains a significant political figure, with his party emerging as the largest bloc in recent elections, though they were unable to form a government.
- Imran Khan: Pakistan opposition supporters end protest after crackdown BBC.com
- Pakistani authorities start clearing Imran Khan supporters from the capital after deadly clashes The Associated Press
- Imran Khan supporters call off protest after crackdown Yahoo! Voices
- A capital on lockdown, internet blackouts and protesters clashing with police. What’s going on in Pakistan? CNN
- Pakistan police crackdown clears Khan protesters from Islamabad Al Jazeera English
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