Violence Continues to Surge Throughout Pakistan
The ex-Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, has been held on corruption charges since Tuesday. Khan was swarmed by paramilitary troops and apprehended just after appearing in court as part of multiple other ongoing graft cases.
Imran Khan's clear instructions.
Media isn't highlighting what we have been repeatedly saying that our leadership has given a call for peaceful demonstrations only. Those who are creating chaos don't belong to PTI.
PTI is a peaceful political party and always believes that the… pic.twitter.com/clcThEsqIs— Faisal Javed Khan (@FaisalJavedKhan) May 10, 2023
Tensions have already been running high in Pakistan, and some have likened this dramatic event and the manner of his arrest to a kidnapping. So it is no surprise that this has only heightened the turmoil. Some have contended that Khan’s detention was overdue and that his corrupt dealings have long been overlooked; however, others vehemently defend him and say he is being framed because he wants to reveal sitting government officials’ own corruption. Shortly after his arrest, a prerecorded video was released of Khan arguing these charges as false and claiming they could be a part of a plan to discredit him prior to the upcoming election. The former leader also called his supporters to action.
Islamabad covered in smoke. pic.twitter.com/sPBck8CoNJ
— Ihtisham Ul Haq (@iihtishamm) May 10, 2023
Following Khan’s detainment, protests broke out in many cities throughout Pakistan, resulting in days of violence and chaos. Several of Khan’s supporters have died, and countless more have been injured or arrested by the police and military officials.
“Armed forces have shown restraint.”
People KILLED “47” and counting
Injured (mostly by bullet wounds) 100+
Arrested 1000+
Countless raids on party workers
Internet blackout
Social media blocked#PakistanUnderFascism pic.twitter.com/9o3z2V4sfQ— Annus Raza (@annusraza) May 10, 2023
The situation began when Khan was ousted from his role as PM and began a series of campaigns declaring that his successor, Shehbaz Sharif, had conspired with the military to force him out. The instability has intensified with economic issues, civil unrest, and a dwindling level of people’s trust in the government. The future of Pakistan hinges significantly on the way its leaders handle the continued problems and if they will be able to discover ways of addressing and meeting the people’s concerns to revitalize peace and solidarity.
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