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Thousands of Imran Khan supporters protesting in Pakistan
Supporters advocating for the release of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan have managed to break through barricades formed by shipping containers that were designed to isolate Islamabad.
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Thousands of Imran Khan supporters protesting in Pakistan
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan's call to protest, Islamabad cordoned off and blocked" / Reuters

Supporters demanding the release of jailed former Pakistani premier Imran Khan breached barricades of shipping containers sealing off Islamabad.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the action on Tuesday, labelling the protesters an "anarchist group" deliberately attacking law enforcement.

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The ex-cricketer-turned-politician has been imprisoned since August 2023, facing a litany of charges including corruption, inciting riots and illegal marriage.

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