Journalism of Courage
Thousands of supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan marched toward Pakistan’s capital on Monday, defying a citywide lockdown, tear gas shelling, and widespread arrests. (AP photo)
The demonstrators are demanding Khan’s release amid escalating political tensions. (AP photo)
At least one police officer was killed, and 70 others injured in clashes near Islamabad, according to Punjab province Information Minister Uzma Bokhari. (AP photo)
Protesters also reported injuries, alleging the use of expired tear gas shells and rubber bullets by security forces. (AP photo)
Highways were sealed with shipping containers, and mobile services were suspended. (AP photo)
Kamran Bangash, a leader of Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, accused authorities of suppressing peaceful protests. (AP photo)
Khan, jailed since August 2023, faces over 150 criminal cases, which PTI alleges are politically motivated. (AP photo)
Federal Minister Ahsan Iqbal stated that Khan’s release depends on court decisions and dismissed the protests as an attempt to bypass legal processes. (AP photo)
