PTI leader hints at peaceful sit-in during march to Islamabad

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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Waleed Iqbal announced that the party's upcoming march to Islamabad may turn into a sit-in, but it will remain peaceful. He emphasized the constitutional right to protest without arms. The federal government has warned PTI against violence, threatening a crackdown if protests escalate. PTI founder Imran Khan has outlined four demands, including the revocation of a constitutional amendment and the release of political prisoners. While Defence Minister Khawaja Asif indicated openness to negotiations, PTI officials have dismissed talks with the government. The situation remains tense as the protest date approaches, with accusations exchanged between PTI and the ruling coalition.


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