Pakistan Army issues shoot at sight order as Imran Khan protests escalate

The Pakistan Army has received a "shoot at sight" order following violent clashes in Islamabad that resulted in the deaths of four soldiers and a protester. The unrest erupted as supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan marched towards the capital, defying government restrictions. Protests continued on Tuesday, with Khan's supporters attempting to reach D-Chowk, a key area near government buildings. Authorities reported injuries among police and have arrested hundreds of protesters across multiple cities. The government has also closed educational facilities and suspended mobile services in some areas. The situation poses a significant challenge for Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government, which is already managing economic difficulties under an International Monetary Fund program. The unrest is estimated to be costing the economy approximately 144 billion rupees daily.