Clashes in Islamabad leave four security personnel dead during protests for Imran Khan's release

Four members of Pakistan's security forces were killed during clashes in Islamabad as supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan protested for his release. The protests escalated as demonstrators breached barricades and faced tear gas from law enforcement. Khan's supporters are demanding his release from jail and the resignation of the federal government, claiming recent elections were rigged. The protests have led to significant unrest, with educational institutions and markets closed in the capital. The government has reinforced security in the area and rejected a proposal for a designated protest site. Authorities maintain that only the courts can decide on Khan's release, while his party argues the charges against him are politically motivated.