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A midnight crackdown was launched by the security forces in Pakistan on Tuesday&nbsp;(November 26) against&nbsp;thousands of supporters of imprisoned former prime minister Imran Khan who had reached the heart of the heavily fortified Islamabad seeking the release of their leader.

Looking at the situation Article 245 of the Constitution was invoked by the government and a&nbsp;crackdown was launched against the protesters.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Article 245 allows a civilian government to call in the army to help them implement law and order.

The security forces launched the crackdown to disperse the protesters and arrest several of them who had entered the high-security Red Zone after breaching the barricades amid intense firing of rubber bullets and tear gas.

In the overnight clashes, at least four security personnel and two civilians were killed, as per reports. The clashes broke out two days after six people died in the violent clashes between Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters and security forces.

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said that the miscreants killed three Rangers (paramilitary force)&nbsp;and one police constable.

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The allegations were denied by PTI which claimed that the police and &nbsp;Rangers’ vehicles were crushed by the security officials.

“Under Article 245, the Pakistan army has been called in, and orders have been issued to deal with the miscreants with an iron hand,” reported the state-run Radio Pakistan reported. “Clear orders have also been issued to shoot miscreants and troublemakers on sight,” it further said.

Bringing the day of battles to an end, PTI leadership asked the protesters to retreat late-night as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur told them “to go home, have dinner and return tomorrow”.

<h2>Violence escalates&nbsp;as PTI supporters clash with authorities&nbsp;</h2>

Since Sunday (November 24), &nbsp;tensions escalated in Islamabad when supporters of Imran Khan began a "long march" from the northwest, demanding his release.

Khan, who has been in prison for more than one year, faces more than 150 criminal charges, which have been claimed to be politically motivated by his party.

The face of these protests is Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi who is leading the supporters on the streets of Pakistan.

On Tuesday (Nov 26), Bibi headed the protest with northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur.

Addressing the supporters from atop a container truck in Islamabad, Bibi said, “I promise that I will be the last woman here, I will not leave D-Chowk without him (Imran). You also promise me that you will not leave until Khan comes out. If anyone tells you otherwise, it is a lie.”

In the wake of the protesters heading to D-chowk, Pakistan's army took control of the area especially because Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko was staying there.

Watch:&nbsp;Pakistan Police Clash With Imran Khan Supporters as Rally Reaches D-Chowk

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The protests have forced the capital city to remain under security lockdown since Sunday (Nov 24). All schools in the capital city and nearby city of Rawalpindi have been closed by the authorities.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, internet and mobile services remain partially suspended in both cities. Since last weekend, all highways and roads leading to the federal capital and routes connecting Islamabad and Rawalpindi have been closed.&nbsp;

The PTI supporters have taken to the streets to demand the release of political prisoners, which includes Khan. They also demand the reversal of the 26th Constitutional Amendment which was passed by parliament in October.

(With inputs from agencies)

A midnight crackdown was launched by the security forces in Pakistan on Tuesday (November 26) against thousands of supporters of imprisoned former prime minister Imran Khan who had reached the heart of the heavily fortified Islamabad seeking the release of their leader.

A midnight crackdown was launched by the security forces in Pakistan on Tuesday (November 26) against thousands of supporters of imprisoned former prime minister Imran Khan who had reached the heart of the heavily fortified Islamabad seeking the release of their leader. Looking at the situation Article 245 of the Constitution was invoked by the government and a crackdown was launched against the protesters. Article 245 allows a civilian government to call in the army to help them implement law and order. The security forces launched the crackdown to disperse the protesters and arrest several of them who had entered the high-security Red Zone after breaching the barricades amid intense firing of rubber bullets and tear gas. In the overnight clashes, at least four security personnel and two civilians were killed, as per reports. The clashes broke out two days after six people died in the violent clashes between Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters and security forces. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said that the miscreants killed three Rangers (paramilitary force) and one police constable. Also Read: 'Fight till the end,' Imran Khan tells PTI supporters amid violent protests in Islamabad The allegations were denied by PTI which claimed that the police and Rangers’ vehicles were crushed by the security officials. “Under Article 245, the Pakistan army has been called in, and orders have been issued to deal with the miscreants with an iron hand,” reported the state-run Radio Pakistan reported. “Clear orders have also been issued to shoot miscreants and troublemakers on sight,” it further said. Bringing the day of battles to an end, PTI leadership asked the protesters to retreat late-night as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur told them “to go home, have dinner and return tomorrow”. Violence escalates as PTI supporters clash with authorities Since Sunday (November 24), tensions escalated in Islamabad when supporters of Imran Khan began a "long march" from the northwest, demanding his release. Khan, who has been in prison for more than one year, faces more than 150 criminal charges, which have been claimed to be politically motivated by his party. The face of these protests is Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi who is leading the supporters on the streets of Pakistan. On Tuesday (Nov 26), Bibi headed the protest with northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur. Addressing the supporters from atop a container truck in Islamabad, Bibi said, “I promise that I will be the last woman here, I will not leave D-Chowk without him (Imran). You also promise me that you will not leave until Khan comes out. If anyone tells you otherwise, it is a lie.” In the wake of the protesters heading to D-chowk, Pakistan's army took control of the area especially because Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko was staying there. Watch: Pakistan Police Clash With Imran Khan Supporters as Rally Reaches D-Chowk The protests have forced the capital city to remain under security lockdown since Sunday (Nov 24). All schools in the capital city and nearby city of Rawalpindi have been closed by the authorities. Meanwhile, internet and mobile services remain partially suspended in both cities. Since last weekend, all highways and roads leading to the federal capital and routes connecting Islamabad and Rawalpindi have been closed. The PTI supporters have taken to the streets to demand the release of political prisoners, which includes Khan. They also demand the reversal of the 26th Constitutional Amendment which was passed by parliament in October. (With inputs from agencies)

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Bushra Bibi, the mysterious third wife of Imran Khan, has now become the face of the protests this week by supporters of the former Pakistan PM, who are demanding that the government release him from jail. At least five people have died in the violence.

Almost always appearing with her face and head coverered except for the eyes in traditional Islamic attire, Bushra has been leading the charge in the marches of PTI or Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. Sitting in a car, she gave the exhortation to PTI supporters to march to D-Chowk at the heart of the capital, after a planned rally on November 24 was thwarted by a court order.

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That order from Islamabad High Court had cited the visit of Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko and a new public order law as the reasons for disallowing mass gatherings over the weekend. But PTI held protests in different parts of the world and, on Monday, started a march to Islamabad from the outskirts of the capital.

Ahead of the protest, Bushra Bibi said, "This is not just about my husband; it is about this country and its leader."

Addressing PTI workers at a rally from atop a container placed by security forces to prevent the protests, Bibi vowed to fight for Khan's release 'until her last breath'.

"Until Imran Khan is with us, we will not end this protest. I will remain here until my last breath, and I ask all of you to stand by us. This isn’t just about my husband. It’s about the future of our country and the leadership we deserve," The Express Tribune quoted her as saying.

Bushra's political baptism by fire came at the end of a series of court cases and imprisonment. Earlier&nbsp;having carefully avoided the spotlight, she was thrust into action as Khan, ousted in a no-trust motion in 2022 that followed an election which brought PML-N back to power, continues to languish in jail.

In the latest, Bushra and Khan were booked for terrorism in connection with the protest held on November 24.

<h2>Who is Bushra Bibi?</h2>

Described as a spirtual guide, faith healer, and 'witch' depending on where you look at for info on her, Bushra Bibi is the third wife of cricketer-turned politician Imran Khan, after Britain's Jemima Goldsmith and Pakistani journalist Reham Khan.&nbsp;

Around 50 years of age, she was known earlier as Bushra Maneka, having been married into a prominent Pakistani political family before meeting Khan.

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Khan married Bushra in 2018, at the time saying he did not even get a glimpse of her face until after they were married. That's a departure from his playboy persona during his cricketing heydays.

Soon after their marriage, stories circulated in local Pakistani media about her mystical powers.

Bushra had already made a name for herself as a faith healer and spiritual adviser.

At the time, it was said that marrying her brought Khan good fortunes.

It was even reported that Bushra, who was still married to her first husband, saw a dream that Khan could become Pakistan PM only if she married him. In a rare, and till then the only TV interview in October 2018, she dismissed this as bunkum.

Just six months into the marriage in a very low-key ceremony, Khan was catapulted to the top position, but it had been a rough ride for the couple since then.

After a flurry of court cases that followed his ouster, Khan and Bushra were sent to jail in a corruption case linked to 'toshakhana' or state gifts. They were also fined $2 million each.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/former-pak-pm-imran-khans-wife-bushra-bibi-allegedly-poisoned-in-jail-691047">Also read: Former Pak PM Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi poisoned in jail, alleges sister</a>

Last October, she was released from jail on bail while serving a 14-year sentence, where she alleged attempts to poison her food.&nbsp;

Bushra is reported to be a follower of Sufism and was a mother of five when she met Khan at a Sufi shrine.

Bushra is also being pursued in court by her ex-husband Khawar Maneka.

Son of a former minister in Benazir Bhutto's cabinet, Maneka made the infamous "fraudulent marriage and fornication" complaint against Bushra with whom he was married for 28 years. While the fornication claim was rejected, the court case continued on fraudulant marriage complaint, as Muslim women cannot remarry for a few months after their husband's demise or in case of divorce. Maneka's case alleges that she did not follow the observance of this period.

Bushra and Khan were entangled in a flurry of legal cases since his ouster, estimated to number around 200.

Born into an influential family in Pakistan's Punjab province, Bushra is a follower of sufi mystic poet Baba Farid. 
 
She married Maneka in 1989, and got&nbsp;divorced in 2017. She has three daughters and two sons from that marriage. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Bushra Bibi, the mysterious third wife of Imran Khan, has now become the face of the protests this week by supporters of the former Pakistan PM, who are demanding that the government release him from jail.

Bushra Bibi, the mysterious third wife of Imran Khan, has now become the face of the protests this week by supporters of the former Pakistan PM, who are demanding that the government release him from jail. At least five people have died in the violence. Almost always appearing with her face and head coverered except for the eyes in traditional Islamic attire, Bushra has been leading the charge in the marches of PTI or Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. Sitting in a car, she gave the exhortation to PTI supporters to march to D-Chowk at the heart of the capital, after a planned rally on November 24 was thwarted by a court order. Watch: Pakistan: Imran Khan's Wife Bushra Bibi Takes Centre Stage in Protest × That order from Islamabad High Court had cited the visit of Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko and a new public order law as the reasons for disallowing mass gatherings over the weekend. But PTI held protests in different parts of the world and, on Monday, started a march to Islamabad from the outskirts of the capital. Ahead of the protest, Bushra Bibi said, "This is not just about my husband; it is about this country and its leader." Addressing PTI workers at a rally from atop a container placed by security forces to prevent the protests, Bibi vowed to fight for Khan's release 'until her last breath'. "Until Imran Khan is with us, we will not end this protest. I will remain here until my last breath, and I ask all of you to stand by us. This isn’t just about my husband. It’s about the future of our country and the leadership we deserve," The Express Tribune quoted her as saying. Bushra's political baptism by fire came at the end of a series of court cases and imprisonment. Earlier having carefully avoided the spotlight, she was thrust into action as Khan, ousted in a no-trust motion in 2022 that followed an election which brought PML-N back to power, continues to languish in jail. In the latest, Bushra and Khan were booked for terrorism in connection with the protest held on November 24. Who is Bushra Bibi? Described as a spirtual guide, faith healer, and 'witch' depending on where you look at for info on her, Bushra Bibi is the third wife of cricketer-turned politician Imran Khan, after Britain's Jemima Goldsmith and Pakistani journalist Reham Khan. Around 50 years of age, she was known earlier as Bushra Maneka, having been married into a prominent Pakistani political family before meeting Khan. Also read: Pakistan court grants bail to Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi in Toshakhana case Khan married Bushra in 2018, at the time saying he did not even get a glimpse of her face until after they were married. That's a departure from his playboy persona during his cricketing heydays. Soon after their marriage, stories circulated in local Pakistani media about her mystical powers. Bushra had already made a name for herself as a faith healer and spiritual adviser. At the time, it was said that marrying her brought Khan good fortunes. It was even reported that Bushra, who was still married to her first husband, saw a dream that Khan could become Pakistan PM only if she married him. In a rare, and till then the only TV interview in October 2018, she dismissed this as bunkum. Just six months into the marriage in a very low-key ceremony, Khan was catapulted to the top position, but it had been a rough ride for the couple since then. After a flurry of court cases that followed his ouster, Khan and Bushra were sent to jail in a corruption case linked to 'toshakhana' or state gifts. They were also fined $2 million each. Also read: Former Pak PM Imran Khan’s wife Bushra Bibi poisoned in jail, alleges sister Last October, she was released from jail on bail while serving a 14-year sentence, where she alleged attempts to poison her food. Bushra is reported to be a follower of Sufism and was a mother of five when she met Khan at a Sufi shrine. Bushra is also being pursued in court by her ex-husband Khawar Maneka. Son of a former minister in Benazir Bhutto's cabinet, Maneka made the infamous "fraudulent marriage and fornication" complaint against Bushra with whom he was married for 28 years. While the fornication claim was rejected, the court case continued on fraudulant marriage complaint, as Muslim women cannot remarry for a few months after their husband's demise or in case of divorce. Maneka's case alleges that she did not follow the observance of this period. Bushra and Khan were entangled in a flurry of legal cases since his ouster, estimated to number around 200. Born into an influential family in Pakistan's Punjab province, Bushra is a follower of sufi mystic poet Baba Farid. She married Maneka in 1989, and got divorced in 2017. She has three daughters and two sons from that marriage. (With inputs from agencies)

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