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Pakistan locks down Islamabad as PTI defies ban, vows march for Khan's release
Guardian WorldLO·PK·3 days ago
Supporters of imprisoned former PM Imran Khan delayed their planned march from Peshawar to Islamabad by a week, citing security barricades and blocked roads. The delay is framed as a tactic to pressure the federal government, indicating ongoing political tension.
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Pakistani authorities have sealed roads in Islamabad, confirmed by Al Jazeera, leading to the delay of a planned PTI protest rally. Supporters of Imran Khan have postponed their march from Peshawar to Islamabad by one week, citing security barricades. The situation indicates ongoing political tension between the government and opposition.