The federal government offered talks to the protesting Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) as the party directed all its protesters in Islamabad and Rawalpindi to Liaquat Bagh. Despite prohibitory orders, the JI announced a sit-in to protest price hikes, high electricity bills, and political victimization. The PTI, on the other hand, called off its protest and rescheduled it for Monday.
Despite obstacles and arrests, the JI continued its protests in Islamabad and announced plans for multiple demonstrations. The party demanded freedom for Imran Khan and protested against alleged arrests of its activists. The government offered talks and defended its economic measures, stating it would consider incorporating the JI’s demands.
Summary:
The JI and PTI protests in Islamabad and Rawalpindi faced obstacles and arrests. The JI continued its demonstrations, demanding action against high prices and arrests. The government offered talks to the JI and defended its economic policies. Meanwhile, the PTI postponed its protest to Monday. The IHC urged the capital administration to allow the PTI protest on July 29. The court reserved its verdict on the matter, highlighting the ongoing political tensions in the country.