Major cities in Pakistan face internet and cellular service disruptions ahead of planned protest
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Major cities in Pakistan, including Karachi and Islamabad, are experiencing disruptions in cellular and internet services. These interruptions are part of government security measures ahead of a planned protest by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party. Mobile data services have been suspended in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, while Peshawar faces partial internet disruptions. Southern Punjab cities are also affected, with both internet and cellular services halted in several areas. The government has deployed thousands of security personnel in Islamabad and imposed restrictions on gatherings. These measures aim to maintain order amid rising political tensions and concerns over the upcoming PTI demonstration.