The demonstrations were sparked by demands for Khan’s release from jail and the resignation of the federal government over what they call rigged general elections this year.

Clashes broke out when protesters demanding the release of Imran Khan entered the capital late Monday, dodging the efforts by government stop the massive stir.

Pakistan deployed the army amid a tense stand-off with Khan's supporters from his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) pushing forward by removing hurdles on their way to Islamabad's D-Chowk venue as the government vowed to foil their attempt “even if a curfew needs to be imposed.”

At least six people have died in protest-related violence as supporters seeking Imran Khan’s release from prison broke through barriers meant to lock down Islamabad.

Imran Khan, the former prime minister of Pakistan, faces over 200 legal cases following his government's dismissal. Amid burgeoning protests by his party, PTI, leaders met him in jail to discuss strategies.

Pakistan is experiencing significant political turmoil as Imran Khan's PTI marches to Islamabad protesting his arrest and alleged election rigging. Internet outages and social media disruptions, including WhatsApp and Facebook,

Three members of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party were killed during rallies in Islamabad as part of the most recent wave of political turmoil in Pakistan. Tensions between PTI members and law enforcement have escalated as a result of the protests,

At least four security personnel and one demonstrator were reportedly killed on Monday, as scores of supporters of jailed former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan marched towards the capital Islamabad and were stopped by tear gas canisters fired by the cops.