Police in Pakistan's capital fired teargas on Friday as they clashed with supporters of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan who were holding an anti-government rally in defiance of a ban on congregating in the city.

Pakistan PM Imran Khan, were arrested during a protest in Islamabad, leading to heightened tensions. The PTI, condemning the arrests, accused the government of suppressing dissent. This occurred amid a ban on public gatherings and increased security measures,

The 72-year-old former cricketer-turned-politician Khan refused to postpone the protest despite calls by the government.