Islamabad under siege as Imran Khan supporters demand his release | Photos

Amid the fierce protests over Imran Khan's release, four paramilitary troops were killed and cops resorted to tear gas shelling to disperse the agitating crowd.

Updated on Nov 26, 2024 03:41 pm IST 7 Photos
1/7

Police in Islamabad resorted to tear gas to disperse the protesting supporters of ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan, who are demanding his release from jail. (AFP)

2/7

At least four paramilitary troops were killed during the protests in Islamabad. PM Shehbaz Sharif condemned the "extremism" and said that the bloodshed was aimed at achieving "evil political designs".(REUTERS)

3/7

Pakistan Tehree-e-Insaaf (PTI)'s supporters broke through several security barriers on the roads and removed shipping containers placed to block their way. (AP)

RECOMMENDED PHOTOS
4/7

Ignoring the government's threat to respond with gunfire, Imran Khan's supporters fought with the security forces and wounded many to continue their rally demanding the ex-PM's release. (AP)

5/7

Khan's supporters called for the Shehbaz Sharif-led government's resignation, vandalized several vehicles during protests, and even set ablaze a police kiosk.(AFP)

RELATED PHOTOS