Police clash with Imran Khan supporters as they attempt to enter Islamabad
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Pakistani police used tear gas on Monday to disperse thousands of supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who were trying to enter Islamabad for a sit-in demanding his release. The protesters traveled from the northwest despite a lockdown and a ban on rallies. Clashes resulted in injuries to both police and demonstrators, with at least one police officer reported dead. Authorities have arrested over 4,000 Khan supporters since Friday and blocked roads with shipping containers to prevent access to the capital. Khan, imprisoned for over a year and facing numerous criminal cases, remains popular among his supporters. The government is negotiating with Khan's party to prevent further violence, while Khan's wife is leading the march.