Violence Erupts in Lahore During Anti-Israel Protest
A protest by the far-Right Islamist party Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) turned violent, resulting in the deaths of at least one police officer and three protesters.
The clashes occurred on one of Pakistan's busiest highways during a march against Israel's actions in Gaza, which was called ahead of US President Donald Trump's announcement of a ceasefire deal.
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif described the TLP protest as an "insult to religion".
- At least 4 people were killed in the clashes between TLP members and security personnel.
- The march started on Friday, with TLP members planning to stage a pro-Palestinian demonstration outside the US embassy in Islamabad.
The incident occurred while Pakistan PM Sharif was in Egypt attending the signing of the Trump-brokered Gaza peace plan.
Author's summary: Clashes erupt in Lahore during TLP's anti-Israel protest.