Gandapur claims PTI sit-in continues as Islamabad protest is suspended

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur reappeared in Mansehra, claiming the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) sit-in protest is ongoing despite the party calling off its Islamabad demonstration "for the time being" after clashes with security forces. The PTI announced the suspension of its protest following a government crackdown that resulted in at least eight reported deaths among its supporters. Data services in Islamabad have been restored, and roads are reopening after days of unrest. The government denies any live fire against protesters, while the PTI accuses security forces of violence. The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan has called for dialogue between the government and the PTI to address the escalating tensions.