US supports Imran Khan's call for protests in Pakistan and urges respect for human rights

The US State Department has expressed support for peaceful protests in Pakistan, urging authorities to respect human rights. This follows calls for nationwide demonstrations led by jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, focusing on political reforms and the release of political prisoners. Protests are centered in Islamabad, with Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, demanding the revocation of a constitutional amendment and the return of what they call a "stolen mandate." Skirmishes have occurred between police and protesters as they march toward the capital. Imran Khan has been imprisoned for over 470 days. His wife, Bushra Bibi, has called for his release, stating that protests will continue until he is freed.