Clashes in Islamabad lead to deaths and arrests as Imran Khan supporters protest

Security forces in Islamabad forcibly removed supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan from D-Chowk, ending their protest. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party described the crackdown as a "massacre" and reported about 450 arrests. The clashes resulted in the deaths of six security personnel and numerous injuries. PTI accused the military regime of using live ammunition against protesters, escalating tensions in the capital. This incident has drawn comparisons to historical violence in Pakistan, with PTI labeling it a significant moment of brutality under the current government.