Pakistani police arrest over 4000 Imran Khan supporters ahead of Islamabad rally
Pakistani police have arrested over 4,000 supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan ahead of a planned rally in Islamabad. The city is under lockdown, with major roads sealed off and mobile services suspended in areas deemed security risks. Khan, who has been imprisoned for over a year, faces more than 150 criminal cases, which his party claims are politically motivated. The government has restricted access to social media and messaging services, impacting communication among supporters. Authorities have fortified the capital's Red Zone, where key government buildings are located, warning that anyone attempting to enter will be arrested. The crackdown coincides with a visit from Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.