Pakistan locks down Islamabad as Imran Khan’s party vows to march on capital
Summary
Pakistan’s government has blocked roads and sent tens of thousands of police to Islamabad to stop a march organized by Imran Khan’s party demanding his release from jail. Despite arrests and heavy security, Khan’s party leaders say they plan to proceed with the protest to pressure the government over Khan’s treatment.Key Facts
- Imran Khan has been jailed since 2023 on corruption charges.
- Khan’s party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), plans a nationwide protest aiming to march to Islamabad.
- The government deployed over 22,000 police and blocked access to Islamabad with shipping containers and sandbags.
- Dozens of PTI leaders and ministers have been arrested or face arrest warrants.
- Khan’s three sisters were detained on charges of threatening national security.
- PTI’s home province, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is a strong support area with thousands expected to join the march.
- The prime minister leads the civilian government, but the army chief is seen as the actual power in Pakistan.
- Authorities say security measures aim to prevent violence and maintain order during the unrest.
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