ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) convoy, which departed from Peshawar on Sunday afternoon, has reached Jinnah Avenue, bringing Islamabad’s political heart to a standstill.
Addressing a charged crowd of supporters, Ali Amin Gandapur declared an indefinite sit-in, demanding the government meet PTI’s terms without delay.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister also reiterated the party’s resolve, pledging to continue the sit-in until their demands are addressed. The PTI leadership has not specified the exact nature of the demands but has consistently called for release of their imprisoned leader former Prime Minister Imran Khan and other leaders of the party including those arrested the aftermath of May 9 riots targeting sensitive military installations.
Meanwhile, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, in a press briefing, claimed a division within PTI’s leadership, alleging that while the “official leadership” of PTI is open to dialogue, a “secret leadership” is blocking any potential negotiations with the government.
The protest has heightened tensions in the capital, with security forces on high alert and the Red Zone fortified to prevent any breach. The international community is closely monitoring the unfolding situation, which adds to Pakistan’s already fragile political and economic landscape.
