In the news reported by Geo-TV, IslamabadA suspicious bag was found near the point where PTI activists and supporters gathered in the Sangjani area, 30 kilometers west of the city. A bomb disposal team was immediately dispatched to the scene. Upon examination, a hand grenade, fuse, electric cables and various types of ammunition were found in the bag. explosive elementwas reported to have been seized.
In order to ensure the security of the rally, a large number of law enforcement and military units were deployed in the area where the event was held, and the operation of mobile networks was temporarily restricted.
Tensions grow between government and opposition
Imran Khan’s party Pakistan Movement for Justice (PTI),While holding a rally in the capital Islamabad to demand the immediate release of the former prime minister, PTI leaders criticized the government for marginalizing their party.
PTI Secretary General Hammad Azhar,In his speech at the rally, he stated that they gathered today to establish the supremacy of law and the constitution in the country.
Azhar emphasized that no obstacles could discourage them, saying, With Allah’s permission, we will ensure the release of Imran Khan” he said.
Towards the end of the rally, a scuffle broke out between PTI supporters and the police.
According to the statement made by the police, the crowd was intervened on the grounds that the time set for the rally had been exceeded. This situation led to a scuffle and eventually the use of tear gas.
Azhar, in his statement on the X social media platform regarding the events at the rally, described the police intervention as stupid.
The Secretary General said, This will increase political tensions at a time when the public is already angry with the 47th Government” he used the expression.
Former Pakistani President Arif AlviIn his statement, he said the police intervention ” a shameful, cruel, cowardly and senseless act” he criticized.
Minister of Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar,Speaking to the media, he said that PTI was spreading propaganda by uploading fake images on social media.
Tarar stated that the people of Pakistan rejected the PTI rally and added that the rally should be held within the time allowed by the regional administration.
About former Prime Minister Khan to disclose state secrets,A case had previously been filed on charges of illegal marriage.
Han, due to the various cases in which he was tried Since August 5, 2023is in prison.
