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Clashes Erupt in Lahore as Pro-Palestinian Rally Protests Intensify

10/10/2025

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Clashes erupted in Lahore as police blocked thousands from marching to Islamabad for a pro-Palestinian rally, with the protest duration uncertain.
Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) reported two fatalities and injuries amid baton charges and tear gas.
Saad Rizvi, the TLP chief, vowed to lead the march despite arrest threats.
Authorities shut down schools and suspended mobile internet in Lahore and Islamabad.
The U.S. Embassy issued a security alert warning of potential disruptions.

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Clashes erupted in Lahore as police blocked thousands from marching to Islamabad for a pro-Palestinian rally, with the protest duration uncertain.
Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) reported two fatalities and injuries amid baton charges and tear gas.
Saad Rizvi, the TLP chief, vowed to lead the march despite arrest threats.
Authorities shut down schools and suspended mobile internet in Lahore and Islamabad.
The U.S. Embassy issued a security alert warning of potential disruptions.