Imran Khan's Arrest Sparks Violence and Protests in Pakistan and North America

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan has pleaded not guilty to corruption charges, which could disqualify him from standing for office if convicted. His arrest on Tuesday sparked nationwide protests, leading to eight deaths and around 1,000 arrests. The army has been deployed in some areas and has warned of an "extreme reaction" if state properties are attacked again. Khan's supporters have accused the government of politically motivated court cases to bar him from contesting general elections due in October. The military, which many believe helped Khan win the 2018 election, has become one of his most vocal critics since he fell out of favour amid a growing economic crisis.