Imran Khan Supporters March in Pakistan to Demand Release After Talks Fail

Thousands of Imran Khan supporters march toward Islamabad demanding his release after political talks collapse. Tensions rise as protests intensify.

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October 5, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Islamabad, Pakistan — Over 5,000 supporters of imprisoned former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan began a multi-day march toward the capital on Sunday, demanding his release after negotiations between the government and opposition failed.

The protest comes amid heightened political tensions in Pakistan, with Khan’s party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), and the current administration locked in a standoff. Authorities have set up roadblocks using shipping containers at key entry points into Islamabad, signaling their determination to prevent the march.

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Khan, who was ousted in a no-confidence vote in 2022, has been in custody since 2023 on charges he claims are politically motivated. His supporters continue to rally behind him, calling for his transfer to a hospital and family visits. The government maintains that any meetings with Khan would be used for political purposes, despite stating he is in good health.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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