Four security forces killed in Islamabad protests for Imran Khan's release

Four members of Pakistan's security forces were killed during protests in Islamabad demanding the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The clashes occurred as protesters approached the government area, armed with sticks and slingshots. The government has intensified security measures, deploying over 20,000 police and imposing a ban on public gatherings. Mobile internet services have been disrupted, and schools in the capital were closed amid ongoing unrest. Khan, who was ousted in 2022 and has been jailed since August, faces numerous legal challenges. His supporters accuse the government of using heavy-handed tactics to suppress dissent and maintain control.