Thousands of supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan marched on the capital Islamabad on Monday, demanding his release. Khan, a prominent politician and leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, was sentenced to seven years in prison on corruption charges.
The supporters, waving flags and chanting slogans, gathered outside the Supreme Court building to express their solidarity with Khan and call for justice. Many believe that Khan’s imprisonment is politically motivated, as he has been a vocal critic of the current government and has faced repeated legal challenges in recent years.
Khan, a former cricketer who became prime minister in 2018, has maintained his innocence and vowed to continue fighting for the rights of the people. His supporters argue that he has been unfairly targeted by the government in an attempt to silence his opposition.
The protest in Islamabad comes at a time of growing political tensions in Pakistan, with the country facing economic challenges and a looming financial crisis. Khan’s supporters are calling for his immediate release and for his convictions to be overturned.
Despite the overwhelming show of support for Khan, it remains to be seen whether the government will heed the demands of the protesters. The situation in Pakistan is fluid and unpredictable, with the fate of Imran Khan and the future of the country hanging in the balance.
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