Pakistani police fired tear gas at supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan in Rawalpindi, according to Al Jazeera, which reported the clashes on the anniversary of his imprisonment.
Key facts
- Police fired tear gas at supporters of Imran Khan in Rawalpindi, according to Al Jazeera.
- Al Jazeera reported the clashes on the anniversary of Khan's imprisonment.
- Imran Khan is Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister.
- Further details of the confrontation were not provided in the source reporting.
Pakistani police fired tear gas at supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan in Rawalpindi, according to Al Jazeera.
Al Jazeera reported the clashes on the anniversary of Khan’s imprisonment. The outlet did not provide further detail on the size of the crowd, the circumstances of the confrontation or any casualties.
Imran Khan, who previously served as Pakistan’s Prime Minister, remains imprisoned.
Why it matters
Imran Khan remains a prominent and polarising figure in Pakistani politics, and demonstrations tied to his imprisonment reflect ongoing tensions between his supporters and the authorities.
Frequently asked questions
What happened in Rawalpindi?
According to Al Jazeera, Pakistani police fired tear gas at supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan in Rawalpindi.
Why were the supporters protesting?
The protests marked the anniversary of Imran Khan's imprisonment, according to Al Jazeera.
Who is Imran Khan?
Imran Khan is Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister.