Pakistan Cracks Down on Imran Khan Supporters Ahead of Major Rally

Thousands of supporters of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan have been arrested as protests erupted in Islamabad demanding his release and the resignation of the current government, which they accuse of election rigging. The government has imposed a security lockdown, suspended mobile services, and blocked highways to prevent demonstrators from reaching the capital. Despite legal bans on gatherings, Khan's supporters continue to rally, with tensions reminiscent of previous violent protests. Khan, facing numerous criminal charges, remains a significant political figure despite his imprisonment.