Unrest in Pakistan: Protests Erupt After Arrest of Former Prime Minister Imran Khan
Immediate Aftermath of Arrest
* Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party called on supporters to protest. * Violence erupted shortly after the arrest. * Social media and WhatsApp groups showed images of protestors throwing stones amidst teargas.
Khan's Arrest and Protests
* Khan was arrested on corruption charges. * The arrest sparked protests across Pakistan. * Unrest has continued to grip the country.
Wider Political Unrest
* The protests are part of ongoing political unrest in Pakistan. * Triggered by the ouster of former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
International Coverage
* BBC: "Pakistan: Imran Khan's supporters protest after his arrest" * Al Jazeera: "Pakistan: Protests erupt after arrest of former PM Imran Khan" * CNN: "Violence erupts in Pakistan as former Prime Minister Imran Khan is arrested"
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