Imran Khan supporters march in Pakistan to demand his release after talks failed
Summary
Thousands of supporters of imprisoned former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan have begun a march toward Islamabad to demand his release after talks with the government failed. The standoff is deepening Pakistan’s political uncertainty amid rising militant attacks and tensions between Khan’s party and Shehbaz Sharif’s government.
Key Points
- More than 5,000 supporters of Imran Khan started a dayslong march toward Islamabad after negotiations with the government broke down.
- The protest is being led by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi, while authorities have set up roadblocks around Islamabad.
- PTI says Khan’s detention is politically motivated and is demanding his release, hospital transfer and family visits.
- The government urged postponement of the march, citing militant attacks and warning of possible violence.
