Political Tensions Escalate in Pakistan After Opposition Protests

Fresh political unrest intensified across Pakistan after opposition parties organised large protests demanding early elections and criticising the government’s handling of the economy. Demonstrations were reported in Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi, with clashes breaking out between protesters and security forces in some areas. Authorities deployed additional police personnel to control the situation as political tensions continue to rise amid inflation, unemployment and growing public dissatisfaction with the government.