ISLAMABAD: A group of Malaysian media personnel found themselves on an unexpected three-hour detour on Saturday (Oct 5) night, navigating the winding roads of villages and small towns as they travelled from their hotel to Islamabad International Airport to catch their flight home. Protests in Pakistan’s capital forced them to take alternative routes to the airport, a journey that usually takes only half an hour. Ahmad Iskandar expressed gratitude on behalf of his fellow Malaysian media personnel for the efforts made by Malaysian embassy officials and drivers to ensure their safe arrival at Islamabad Airport, despite the lengthy and winding alternative route taken at night. In addition to being a former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan is the founder of the Tehreek-e-Insaf party. Supporters of Pakistan’s imprisoned former prime minister are expected to continue their protests today, as security forces maintain a tight grip throughout Islamabad.

Source: The Star October 06, 2024 20:51 UTC