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Imran Khan supporters threaten nationwide protests if jailed ex-PM is blocked from meeting party colleagues
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Pakistan authorities will allow limited PTI access to Imran Khan to avoid nationwide protest escalation.

A protest threat tied to prison access can quickly become a broader stability test, especially amid heightened political tensions. The planned jail visit creates a near-term flashpoint for authorities and opposition mobilization.

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A protest threat tied to prison access can quickly become a broader stability test, especially amid heightened political tensions. The planned jail visit creates a near-term flashpoint for authorities and opposition mobilization.

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Imran Khan’s supporters will protest across Pakistan if authorities do not allow the jailed former prime minister to meet party colleagues this week, PTI leader Sohail Afridi said. Afridi said all PTI parliamentarians will visit Adiala Jail on Thursday, August 13, to meet Khan, who has been held there since 2023 on several cases. The party alleges human rights violations including blocked family visits and poor medical care for Khan’s worsening health and eye condition.

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Imran Khan supporters threaten nationwide protests if jailed ex-PM is blocked from meeting party colleagues

PTI says parliamentarians will visit Adiala Jail on August 13; warns government leaders will be responsible if anything happens.

World | The Hindu·7h ago
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