US lawmakers show support for PTI protesters in Pakistan following clashes

U.S. lawmakers have expressed support for Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protesters following violent clashes in Islamabad. The protests aimed to demand the release of party founder Imran Khan, who has been imprisoned for over a year. Congress members condemned the use of excessive force by law enforcement against demonstrators. They emphasized the right to peaceful protest and called for the protection of human rights in Pakistan. Amnesty International criticized the authorities for their response, stating they used unlawful force, including live ammunition. The organization urged the Pakistani government to respect the right to peaceful assembly and release those detained for protesting.