Security forces seal off Islamabad as Imran Khan supporters protest for his release

aljazeera.com

Security forces have sealed off Islamabad as protests by supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan escalate. Demonstrators are demanding his release from jail and the resignation of the current government. This marks one of the largest protests since the disputed elections in February. Authorities have deployed additional security to prevent supporters from marching into the capital. The situation raises questions about the stability of the government in Islamabad and the potential for Khan's release.


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