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Global protests demand Imran Khan’s release
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Demonstrations span major international cities
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Supporters rally against Khan’s imprisonment
MANHATTAN (The Thursday Times) — Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan are orchestrating global protests today, advocating for his release from Adiala Jail. Demonstrations are scheduled in major cities worldwide, reflecting widespread concern over Khan’s imprisonment.
United Kingdom
Protests in the United Kingdom are centred in London, where demonstrators will gather outside 10 Downing Street at 2:00 PM. The protesters aim to pressure the UK government to advocate for Khan’s release and highlight concerns about political detention in Pakistan.
United States
In the United States, a series of protests is scheduled across various cities:
Houston, Texas
Demonstrations will take place at the Boat Basin on Beechnut Street at 4:00 PM. A car rally is also planned at Sugarland Stadium (Parking B) at 2:00 PM.
Sacramento, California
Protesters will gather at the west side of the California State Capitol at 1:00 PM.
Washington, D.C.
Supporters will assemble outside the U.S. Capitol Building at 1:00 PM.
Los Angeles, California
A rally is planned outside the Federal Building on Wilshire Boulevard at 1:00 PM.
San Diego, California
Demonstrators will meet near the fountain at Balboa Park at 11:00 AM.
Manhattan, New York
Times Square will host a significant gathering at 4:00 PM.
Miami, Florida
Protesters will assemble at Centennial Olympic Park Drive at 2:00 PM.
Canada
Canada is witnessing robust support for Imran Khan with protests planned in several cities:
Toronto
A rally is scheduled at Chinguacousy Park, Brampton, at 2:00 PM.
Surrey
Demonstrators will gather at 72 Avenue and 120 Street at 2:00 PM.
Ottawa
Protests will take place in front of the Parliament Building at 2:00 PM.
Calgary
A gathering is planned at Falconridge Community Hall at 4:00 PM.
Europe
European cities are playing a pivotal role in the global protest movement:
Brussels, Belgium
Demonstrators will assemble outside the European Parliament at 10:00 AM.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Taastrup Kulturcent will host a protest at 3:00 PM.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
A rally is scheduled at Dam Square at 1:00 PM.
Frankfurt, Germany
Protesters will gather at Borzenplatz at 2:00 PM.
Paris, France
The protest will take place outside the Pakistani Embassy at 3:30 PM.
Athens, Greece
Paltia Kotzia will host a demonstration at 2:00 PM.
Stockholm, Sweden
Protesters will assemble outside the Swedish Parliament at 1:00 PM.
Vienna, Austria
A gathering is planned at VHS Alsergrund at 12:30 PM.
Brescia, Italy
Supporters will meet on Via Corfù at 12:00 PM.
Dublin, Ireland
A rally is scheduled outside the Embassy of Pakistan in Ailesbury Villa, Ballsbridge, at 3:00 PM, drawing attention to the issue in Ireland.
Australia and New Zealand
The Asia-Pacific region has a strong lineup of protests:
Sydney, Australia
Demonstrators will gather at Sydney Town Hall at 1:00 PM.
Canberra, Australia
A protest will take place at the corner of London Circuit and Northborne Avenue at 11:00 AM.
Brisbane, Australia
Svoboda Park in Kurby will host a gathering at 2:00 PM.
Melbourne, Australia
A march is planned from Federation Square to Parliament at 2:00 PM.
Auckland, New Zealand
Protesters will assemble in Auckland at 1:00 PM.
Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
Jubileum Park will host a demonstration at 3:00 PM, highlighting support for Khan in the African continent.∎
