Islamabad under siege as Imran Khan supporters demand his release | Photos
Updated On Nov 26, 2024 03:41 PM IST
- Amid the fierce protests over Imran Khan's release, four paramilitary troops were killed and cops resorted to tear gas shelling to disperse the agitating crowd.
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Police in Islamabad resorted to tear gas to disperse the protesting supporters of ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan, who are demanding his release from jail. (AFP)
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At least four paramilitary troops were killed during the protests in Islamabad. PM Shehbaz Sharif condemned the "extremism" and said that the bloodshed was aimed at achieving "evil political designs".(REUTERS)
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Pakistan Tehree-e-Insaaf (PTI)'s supporters broke through several security barriers on the roads and removed shipping containers placed to block their way. (AP)
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Ignoring the government's threat to respond with gunfire, Imran Khan's supporters fought with the security forces and wounded many to continue their rally demanding the ex-PM's release. (AP)
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Khan's supporters called for the Shehbaz Sharif-led government's resignation, vandalized several vehicles during protests, and even set ablaze a police kiosk.(AFP)
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As Pakistani forces continue to battle against Khan's supporters, authorities have said that the ex-Prime minister's release can only be ordered by the courts. (AFP)
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