Imran Khan and wife face terrorism charges as protests escalate in Pakistan

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Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, face terrorism charges in Pakistan amid violent protests linked to Khan's imprisonment. The unrest has resulted in six deaths and numerous injuries, with nearly 1,000 arrests since Sunday. The protests were sparked by anger over Khan's detention, which supporters claim is politically motivated. Clashes during a rally led to accusations that Khan's supporters attacked security forces, prompting the charges under anti-terrorism laws. In Kurram district, renewed sectarian violence has resulted in eight additional deaths. The ongoing political turmoil is affecting Pakistan's economy, although the stock market saw a rebound, surpassing 100,000 points on Thursday.


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