Lahore Protest: Pakistan gripped by violence as TLP protest turns ugly — Key takeaways | World News - The Times of India
Pakistan is witnessing a wave of unrest after a bold protest by the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) over Palestine support and opposition to recognizing Israel turned confrontational. Authorities launched a sweeping crackdown, sealing key routes and arresting many demonstrators to prevent the group’s march to Islamabad. Clashes between security forces and protesters escalated, resulting in fatal casualties and widespread injuries. The TLP claims the police used excessive force, while its leader was critically wounded in gunfire. In response, the government deployed additional security personnel and convened high-level meetings to manage the fallout. The unrest underscores intense political and religious tensions within the country at this moment.
The Key points
- The TLP marched in protest of Pakistan recognizing Israel and in solidarity with Palestine.
- Cops, backed by paramilitary forces, blocked roads and disrupted the march to Islamabad.
- Violent clashes caused multiple deaths, including one police officer, with dozens more injured.
- TLP leader Saad Hussain Rizvi was shot several times and is now in critical condition.
- The group says over 250 members have died and 1,500 were hurt in confrontations.
- Protesters attacked police stations, vandalized vehicles, and looted property.
- Security forces conducted raids in Punjab districts under public order laws.
- Hundreds of activists and leaders were detained and sent to central prisons.
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held an emergency meeting to examine the security crisis.
- Over 1,200 paramilitary troops were deployed to prevent further escalation.
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