Supporters march in Islamabad demanding Imran Khan's release from jail

Thousands of supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan are marching to Islamabad to demand his release from jail. Khan, imprisoned since August 2023, continues to influence political events through his party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), which claims his arrest is unjust. Protests began on November 25, with Khan's wife, Bushra Bibi, leading the demonstrations. The government has imposed a security lockdown in Islamabad, blocking roads and suspending mobile services to prevent the protests from reaching the capital. Despite the restrictions, PTI leaders are determined to gather near the parliament. They demand Khan's release and the resignation of the current government, citing a rigged election. The protests have sparked tensions, with police clashing with demonstrators in some areas.