Supporters of Imran Khan start march on locked-down Islamabad Pakistani authorities insist marchers calling for former PM to be released from jail will not reach the capital The Guardian - UK · 13h ago
Imran Khan backers march: Protesters convoy heads for Islamabad after talks collapse Thousands of supporters of jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan began a march towards Islamabad on Sunday, demanding his release after talks between his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party and the government failed to break the political deadlock. The Times of India · 20h ago
Imran Khan’s supporters demand former Pakistan leader’s release in mass rally IN FULL The Independent UK · 23h ago
Jailed former Pakistan leader Imran Khan’s supporters march on capital to demand his release Convoy of trucks, buses and cars carrying over 5,000 people departs Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for Islamabad after talks with federal government to postpone march collapse The Independent UK · Oct 5
Pakistan's ex-PM Imran Khan's party begins long march after talks with government fail Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party commenced a long march towards Islamabad following unsuccessful negotiations. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi announced the march from Lakki Marwat's Gandi Chowk as a response to political tensions. Negotiations between Khan's party and the government focused on various demands but ended in… The Economic Times · Oct 4
Imran Khan supporters to march on Islamabad to demand his release Supporters of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan are starting a march toward Islamabad to demand his release The Independent UK · Oct 4
Pakistan braces for showdown as talks collapse, Imran Khan’s party to begin march Imran Khan, 73, has been in jail since 2023 after being convicted in a corruption case. He is currently held at the high-security Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi. PTI has also called for the release of Khan’s sisters and other people arrested ahead of the protest. It wants a proper medical… The Times of India · Oct 4
Pakistan braces for protest by Imran Khan's party after talks with government fail Pakistan is preparing for a protest by Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party following unsuccessful government negotiations. The planned long march is set to occur on October 4, with significant participation from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Key demands include access to the jailed leader and the release of party members detained prior to… The Economic Times · Oct 4
Shehbaz government, Imran Khan’s party resume dialogue; protests loom in Pakistan Pakistan’s federal government and jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) agreed to hold a second round of talks on Saturday, as the opposition party prepares for a long march towards Islamabad from October 4. The Times of India · Oct 2
'May 9-like situation' to be dealt with decisive force, says Pakistan army's top brass Pakistan military officials have indicated that any disturbances like those of May 9 will be addressed with decisive force. As supporters of Imran Khan prepare for a long march to Islamabad, political tensions are escalating. The federal government has increased security measures, including deploying additional police personnel and placing shipping… The Economic Times · Oct 2
Pak government holds talks with Imran Khan's party to defuse tensions ahead of long march to Islamabad Tensions in Pakistan are rising as the federal government and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party enter dialogue aimed at de-escalation. Central to the discussions is the party's upcoming long march scheduled for October 4. Significant demands include a chance for Imran Khan to meet with officials and better medical provisions for his… The Economic Times · Oct 2
Pakistan’s Imran Khan protests choke cargo routes as truckers refuse to move north Pakistan's government has implemented measures to hinder supporters of Imran Khan from reaching Islamabad ahead of a planned march. Consequently, this has led to an accumulation of shipping containers in Karachi, affecting truck transport. As truckers fear confiscation of their vehicles, many have ceased operations heading towards Punjab. This situation… The Economic Times · Oct 2
Jail, isolation, crackdown: Why Pakistan’s establishment has failed to break Imran Khan Islamabad had prepared for another confrontation. Roads were blocked, security forces deployed and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters were expected to march towards the capital demanding the release of their jailed leader, Imran Khan. The Times of India · Sep 30
A city of containers: How Islamabad prepares for another Imran Khan showdown Shipping containers have been deployed in Islamabad to restrict protesters ahead of a march for Imran Khan's release. Supporters of Imran Khan are frustrated with the government for blocking access to the city. Authorities have taken measures to prevent protests due to concerns about possible disruptions and vandalism. Residents of… The Economic Times · Sep 29
The Independent UK · Sep 29 Why shipping containers appearing on streets is an ominous sign in Pakistan They are an unmistakable warning of blocked streets, snarled traffic, and long detours across Islamabad and neighbouring Rawalpindi
The Times of India · Sep 26 Islamabad locked down as PTI prepares for Imran Khan march Leaders of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party have vowed to press ahead with nationwide demonstrations demanding his release, as authorities tightened security in Islamabad ahead of the planned march.
The Times of India · Sep 25 Pak govt crackdown forces PTI retreat? Imran's party likely to postpone Islamabad march The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) has decided to postpone its planned march to Islamabad from September 27 to October 4, party insiders said on Friday.
The Economic Times · Sep 25 Imran Khan’s PTI postpones Islamabad march to October 4 amid security clampdown Imran Khan's PTI party has decided to postpone its planned protest march to Islamabad until October 4. The decision follows the government's implementation of strict measures to prevent the protest from occurring. Chief Minister Sohail Afridi emphasized the party's determination to hold the march despite road blockades and closures of…
The Guardian - UK · Sep 25 Pakistan locks down Islamabad as Imran Khan’s party vows to march on capital Tens of thousands of police deployed and roads barricaded as PTI demands release of jailed former PM
The Times of India · Sep 25 'Could endanger his life': Imran Khan's son warns against Adiala jail protest Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's son Kasim Khan has urged Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters not to march towards Rawalpindi's Adiala jail during the party's planned September 27 protest, warning that such a move could be used by Pakistani authorities as a pretext for a "counter" assault on the prison…
The Independent UK · Sep 23 Imran Khan’s son calls on world to stand up to Pakistan’s ‘tyrants’ as country braces for massive protest march Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party has called a march to the capital Islamabad on Sunday, with officials telling The Independent’s Maroosha Muzaffar they are prepared for the demonstration to become a multi-day affair
The Times of India · Sep 23 Highways blocked, paramilitary deployed, hospitals on alert: Islamabad turns into fortress ahead of PTI march Pakistan on Wednesday blocked major highways leading to the capital, Islamabad, and deployed tens of thousands of security personnel ahead of a march planned by the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) seeking the release of its founder and jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
The Times of India · Sep 22 'Mass casualty' alert? Pakistan hospitals clear beds ahead of PTI protest Hospitals in Islamabad have allegedly been ordered to prepare for a possible “humanitarian crisis” and “mass casualty incident” ahead of a planned September 27 protest by jailed former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan’s party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
The Times of India · Sep 21 Pakistan in crisis: PTI to hold Sept 27 stir 'at all costs' Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf plans a protest on September 27 for Imran Khan's release. Legal challenges have been filed against the detention of his three sisters. The party insists the demonstrations will proceed despite arrests of its leaders. Authorities state the protest will not be allowed to disrupt the capital city. Imran…
The Guardian - UK · Sep 21 Pakistan jails sisters of Imran Khan before protest seeking his release Police crack down on family and political supporters of former PM who say authorities are ‘slowly killing’ him in prison