The number of Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) protesters swelled by thousands on Saturday evening as supporters of the hardline party began marching towards the capital Islamabad without facing any further resistance from police. Also Read: Pakistan rejects reports of agreement with U.S. to conduct air operations in Afghanistan“Death toll of TLP supporters rose to seven after two more people succumbed to their injuries caused by police firing,” the party tweeted on Saturday. Police in Lahore would not comment on the claim, but on Friday night said two of its officers had died. In Islamabad, police have closed off roads using shipping containers. Minister returnsThe party has vowed not to end the protests or enter talks with the government until their leader is released.

Source: The Hindu October 23, 2021 20:49 UTC