PTI plans peaceful protest in Islamabad as tensions rise with government

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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Waleed Iqbal announced that the party's upcoming march to Islamabad on November 24 could evolve into a sit-in, but he emphasized it would remain peaceful. The federal government has warned of strict action against any violence. PTI founder Imran Khan has outlined four demands for the government, including the revocation of the 26th Constitutional Amendment and the release of political prisoners. Meanwhile, PTI officials have ruled out negotiations with the government. The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) criticized PTI's plans, accusing them of promoting chaos. The government has also presented evidence against PTI leaders regarding past violent incidents, urging the courts to act swiftly.


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