Imran Khan's Arrest Sparks Protests and Court Orders in Pakistan

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Pakistan's Supreme Court has ordered the immediate release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan after his arrest by the country's anti-corruption agency was declared unlawful. The court's decision came after Khan's legal team challenged his arrest in a corruption case. The arrest has triggered violent protests across the country, prompting the government to call out the army to help restore order. At least 11 people have been killed and dozens injured in clashes between Khan's supporters and police. The action against Khan has aggravated instability in the nuclear-armed country that is grappling with a severe economic crisis.
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