Imran Khan supporters march on Islamabad demanding release

Thousands of supporters of jailed former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan are marching toward Islamabad to demand his release, two days after talks between Khan's party and the government ended in deadlock. Protesters are also calling for his transfer to a hospital and family visits, while authorities have set up roadblocks around the capital.

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Thousands of Imran Khan supporters march towards Pakistan's barricaded capital

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Thousands of Imran Khan supporters have begun a trek to Islamabad to demand he be freed as Pakistan's political leadership remains in deadlock. The government has set up roadblocks to keep protesters at bay.

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DW Published 4 October 2026

Pakistan: Imran Khan supporters demand ex-PM's release

NPR Published 5 October 2026

Imran Khan supporters march in Pakistan to demand his release after talks failed

BBC Published 5 October 2026

Supporters of jailed ex-PM Imran Khan march to Pakistan capital

Thousands have taken to the streets after talks between authorities and Khan's party ended in deadlock.

Sky Published 4 October 2026

Thousands of Imran Khan supporters march towards Pakistan's barricaded capital

Supporters of Imran Khan, Pakistan's former prime minister, have started a march towards the capital Islamabad to demand his release from prison.

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