Pakistan government warns of live fire as protests for Imran Khan escalate in Islamabad

The Pakistan government has threatened to use live ammunition against protesters supporting jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, as violence escalates in Islamabad. Six people, including a police officer, have died amid clashes during a planned protest march. Authorities have imposed a strict lockdown in the capital, blocking major roads and deploying the army to maintain order. Despite these measures, Khan's supporters breached security barriers, leading to confrontations with police who used tear gas to disperse crowds. Khan, imprisoned for over a year, faces numerous criminal charges, which his party claims are politically motivated. The government has arrested over 4,000 of his supporters since Friday, and legal actions have been initiated against Khan and other party leaders for their involvement in the protests.