Clashes erupt in Pakistan during demonstration in support of former leader Imran Khan | VOA News

Clashes broke out between supporters of Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan and security forces in Islamabad Saturday. Pakistan Friday imposed strict security measures in and around Islamabad to deter supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan from marching on the country’s capital. Authorities have blocked highways and roads leading into the city with freight containers. They have suspended cellphone service and public transport, and closed schools. Police and paramilitary forces were stationed at entry and exit points, and the government temporarily banned public gatherings in Islamabad. https://www.voanews.com/a/pakistan-locks-down-capital-suspends-cellphones-to-thwart-opposition-rally-/7810320.html » Subscribe to VOA News: https://bit.ly/3KIPysi » Watch more VOA News video: https://www.youtube.com/c/VOANews Voice of America (VOA) is the largest U.S. international broadcaster, providing news and information in more than 40 languages to an estimated weekly audience of 236.8 million people. VOA produces content for digital, television, and radio platforms. It is easily accessed via your mobile phone and on social media. It is also distributed by satellite, cable, FM and MW, and is carried on a network of approximately 3,000 affiliate stations. Since its creation in 1942, Voice of America has been committed to providing comprehensive coverage of the news and telling audiences the truth. Through World War II, the Cold War, the fight against global terrorism, and the struggle for freedom around the globe today, VOA exemplifies the principles of a free press. Connect with VOA News: » VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.voanews.com » LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/voanews » FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/voanews » FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/VOANews » FOLLOW US ON THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@voanews #news #voanews