Pakistan Cracks Down on Imran Khan Supporters Ahead of Major Rally
TL;DR
Thousands of supporters of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan have been arrested as protests erupted in Islamabad demanding his release and the resignation of the current government, which they accuse of election rigging. The government has imposed a security lockdown, suspended mobile services, and blocked highways to prevent demonstrators from reaching the capital. Despite legal bans on gatherings, Khan's supporters continue to rally, with tensions reminiscent of previous violent protests. Khan, facing numerous criminal charges, remains a significant political figure despite his imprisonment.
- Pakistan: Thousands of Khan supporters reportedly arrested DW (English)
- Pakistani capital under lockdown to block rally by Imran Khan supporters The Guardian
- Pakistan detains over 4,000 Imran Khan supporters before Islamabad rally Al Jazeera English
- Pakistan: Pakistan police clash with Imran Khan supporters demanding his release BBC.com
- PTI convoys yet to reach Islamabad for much hyped ‘final call’ protest DAWN.com
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