Pakistan issues security alert as PTI plans protest in Islamabad

The Pakistani government has issued a security alert ahead of a planned protest by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party in Islamabad. Despite warnings and heavy security measures, PTI, led by former Prime Minister Imran Khan, intends to proceed with the march on Sunday. Authorities have sealed key roads and deployed security forces to prevent the protest, citing court orders against public gatherings. PTI plans to gather at designated locations before marching to D-Chowk, where they aim to hold a sit-in. In response to a potential terrorist threat, security has been heightened, and hospitals are on alert. The government has also conducted pre-emptive arrests of PTI members and may suspend internet services in high-risk areas to maintain order during the protest.