Tensions are escalating in Pakistan as PTI supporters stage significant protests following unsettling rumors about the well-being of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Unverified reports of an alleged assassination attempt inside Adiala Jail have galvanized Khan’s followers, leading to widespread demonstrations. The Pakistani government has responded by issuing a stringent shoot-at-sight order and placing security forces on maximum alert. Access to Adiala Jail has been severely restricted, with roads sealed and Section 144 imposed in Rawalpindi to prevent public gatherings. PTI leadership has expressed grave concerns, citing the denial of permission for meetings with Khan, including requests from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister. The lack of clear information and the proliferation of unconfirmed news are contributing to a climate of fear and uncertainty.
