Imran Khan's supporters rally across the globe as protests banned in Islamabad

Recently, supporters of Imran Khan’s political party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), organized protests worldwide in response to their inability to conduct a significant protest in Islamabad due to a heavy security lockdown. This lockdown, enforced by authorities, blocked major highways leading into the city, preventing PTI convoys from gathering in front of Parliament as planned. On November 24, 2024, PTI expressed through a post on X, their commitment to their leader, asserting that overseas Pakistanis were staunch supporters of Imran Khan. The protests, which gained international attention, were held in countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Greece, Sweden, and Australia, indicating widespread discontent among overseas Pakistanis regarding political circumstances in Pakistan. Reports revealed that a car rally in Chicago showcased participation from various generations, indicating a collective sentiment of solidarity with Khan among Pakistani students abroad. As the situation unfolded, PTI leaders encountered significant barriers while attempting to march towards Islamabad. On Monday, the convoys resumed their journey but faced challenges including police presence and barricades. PTI leader Shaukat Yousafzai highlighted the large size of the rally as a reason for the slow movement of their convoys, suggesting that the police had retreated upon witnessing their numbers. This series of events demonstrates the diaspora's active engagement in international political discussions related to Pakistan and their support for Imran Khan amidst his political struggles back home.