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Pakistan Imposes Strict Security Measures Amid Opposition Rally

 Islamabad, Pakistan - In an effort to thwart an opposition rally, Pakistan enforced stringent security measures, suspending mobile phone services and locking down the capital, Islamabad, on Friday. 

The measures were aimed at preventing supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan from marching on the city.

Thousands Demand Imran Khan's Release

 Despite the restrictions, thousands of protesters gathered in Islamabad to demand Khan's release. 

The rally, organized by Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), marked its first show of strength since the disputed elections (https://aje.io/y8vtms). 

Security Measures 

To maintain control, authorities: - Suspended mobile phone services in Islamabad and surrounding areas.

 - Deployed over 300 containers to block roads.

 - Closed the M1 motorway at Burhan. - Stationed security forces, including riot police and paramilitary troops.

 Calls for Postponement

 Allies and foes urged PTI to postpone protests, citing concerns over timing and potential unrest. 

Notably: 

 - Interior Minister, Sarfraz Bugti, appealed for calm. 

- Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, advised against the rally.

 - Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief, Maulana Fazlur Rehman, suggested delaying protests until foreign dignitaries left the country (https://www.dawn.com/news/1862926/allies-foes-alike-urge-pti-to-postpone-protests).

 Defiance and Determination

 PTI leader, Ali Gandapur, vowed to reach D-Chowk, the designated protest site, despite obstacles. "We will not be deterred by these measures," Gandapur said.

 International Concerns

 The developments have sparked international concern, with human rights organizations expressing alarm over the government's actions

 (https://www.voanews.com/a/pakistan-locks-down-capital-suspends-cellphones-to-thwart-opposition-rally-/7810320.html). 

 Pakistan's Political Climate

 The protests highlight Pakistan's ongoing political tensions, with Khan's supporters demanding his release and the government insisting on maintaining law and order. 

 Stay updated on this developing story. Sources:

 - Voice of America News (https://www.voanews.com/a/pakistan-locks-down-capital-suspends-cellphones-to-thwart-opposition-rally-/7810320.html)

 - Al Jazeera

(https://aje.io/y8vtms)

 - Dawn News

(https://www.dawn.com/news/1862926/allies-foes-alike-urge-pti-to-postpone-protests)