As police clashed with PTI protesters in Islamabad, the Pakistan Army was deployed for security measures ahead of the SCO summit. In the midst of arrests and clashes, PTI founder Imran Khan called for peaceful protests, defying a ban on gatherings. The PTI has been rallying against the imprisonment of its leader and delays in implementing certain verdicts.
Despite warnings from the government, PTI caravans departed from various cities. The police used tear gas to disperse protesters, leading to arrests and suspension of communication services. Amidst heightened tensions, PTI continued its planned protests in Islamabad and Lahore.
Despite facing opposition from government ministers and authorities, PTI remained steadfast in their protest plans. The situation escalated as the PTI caravan faced resistance from law enforcement, with reports of injuries and arrests.
A video released by PTI showed the intense atmosphere in Islamabad as tensions rose.
Amnesty International condemned the government’s actions, criticizing internet shutdowns and restrictions on the right to protest. Government ministers called on PTI to cease protests for the country’s sake, emphasizing the importance of maintaining peace and not disrupting important events like the SCO summit.