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PTI is preparing to begin its protest march from Lakki Marwat after talks between the federal government and opposition failed to resolve the political deadlock. Workers from several Khyber Pakhtunkhwa districts are expected to join the convoy, while police have deployed security personnel and traffic arrangements along key points.
Government and opposition leaders held a second round of talks in Islamabad to ease tensions ahead of PTI’s planned October 4 march. The meeting focused on reducing confrontation, with both sides discussing negotiation rules, protest plans and demands linked to Imran Khan.
Jamaat-e-Islami chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman has warned of nationwide protests if the federal government does not abolish the petroleum levy. He also confirmed that his party would attend an All Parties Conference and said the national agenda should focus on law and order and the economy.
Two Pakistani civilians were killed and another was wounded after Indian Border Security Force personnel allegedly opened fire near the international border in Kasur. Security sources said the men were unarmed and had not attempted to cross the border fence.
Government and PTI negotiating committees have begun talks in Islamabad ahead of the opposition party’s planned October 4 long march. Both sides are discussing political tensions, while opposition leaders say the future of the protest will depend on the government’s response.
Pakistan has condemned the Houthi attack on the Taibah power distribution station in Madina, calling it a grave provocation and a threat to regional peace. The Foreign Office said the sanctity of the Two Holy Mosques and the safety of pilgrims must be protected under all circumstances.
PTI has announced that its long march will begin from Lakki Marwat on October 4 and move through Karak and Kohat before reaching Peshawar on October 6. The march will be led by Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and is aimed at pressing demands linked to Imran Khan’s cases, medical treatment and meeting restrictions.
The government and its allies are set to meet PTI representatives as tensions rise ahead of the party’s planned October 4 march. The talks come as federal officials keep emergency and governor’s rule options on the table for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while PTI insists its protest will remain peaceful.
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf is considering launching its October 4 long march from southern Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, with Karak and Dera Ismail Khan among the options under discussion. A final decision is expected after the party’s political committee reviews the route and leadership arrangements.
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Pakistan would defend Saudi Arabia against any threat, including aggression from the Houthis or any other force. His remarks come amid renewed regional tensions and follow recent defence arrangements linking Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye.
Barrister Gohar is expected to meet National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq in Parliament House as efforts to restart political dialogue gain attention. The meeting is expected to cover recent arrests of party parliamentarians, the wider political situation and possible facilitation for renewed talks with the government.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi inaugurated the Pink Bus Service for women along with hybrid buses, depot solarisation and related transport projects in Peshawar. He announced a 25 percent fare reduction for women passengers and also confirmed that his party plans to march toward Islamabad on October 4.
