Pakistan braces for protest by ex-PM Imran Khan supporters after talks with government fail
Pakistan is preparing for protests by supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan following the collapse of negotiations with the government. The talks failed to resolve key demands, including the medical treatment and transfer of the incarcerated leader.
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The ongoing political instability in Pakistan has significant implications for regional security and the country's internal governance.
Pakistan on Sunday (October 4, 2026) braced for a protest by supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his political party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf after it decided to proceed with a long march following the failure of negotiations with the government.
The talks focused on key demands of Mr. Khan's party, including an immediate meeting with its jailed founder and his transfer to a hospital where his personal doctors could examine and treat him.
The first round of talks was held on Friday (October 2, 2026), with the two sides exchanging their positions and agreeing to continue negotiations, but without reaching an agreement.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf sought Mr. Khan's transfer to a hospital, while the government wanted the party to call off its October 4 protest.
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