Six killed in Islamabad clashes during protests for Imran Khan's release

At least six people, including four paramilitary soldiers, were killed in clashes in Islamabad during protests demanding the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Security forces used tear gas to disperse crowds as violence escalated. Khan, currently in jail, urged his supporters to continue their fight for freedom. His party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, reported two protesters were also killed, while the government accused protesters of attacking security forces. In response to the unrest, the Pakistani government deployed the army in the capital's fortified red zone and imposed a curfew. Amnesty International called for the protection of protesters' rights and criticized the government's "shoot on sight" orders.