Bushra Bibi complicates PTI protest negotiations as tensions rise in Islamabad

Efforts to peacefully redirect the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest march away from Islamabad were unsuccessful. Former first lady Bushra Bibi's insistence on leading the protest complicated negotiations, leading to accusations from government officials that she is undermining party leadership and inciting violence. Bushra Bibi's unexpected decision to join the protest escalated tensions, as she urged supporters to advance towards D-Chowk. Meanwhile, federal ministers criticized her for disrupting an agreement to hold the demonstration outside the capital, blaming her for recent violence. Imran Khan's social media activity has sparked debate about who controls his account while he is imprisoned. A recent tweet appeared to support Bushra's actions, encouraging protesters to remain united and continue their demands.