Azadi March Kicks Off.

The political landscape of the country is in turmoil with former Prime Minister (PM) Nawaz Sharif's ailment and the Azadi March setting into motion. The government has constantly been negotiating with the Rahbar Committee made in charge of the decisions regarding Azadi March by Jamiat Ulema-e Islam Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman. Despite claims of non-negotiation the government and the Rahbar Committee have been able to strike a deal regarding the political procession entering Islamabad. The aim of the opposition initially was to enter the Red Zone, however, the government has been able to push them to consider non-entry into the area and opting for another venue instead.

This is certainly an achievement on part of both parties, that were initially assuming a more defensive stance: with the government promising action as per the law dictates and the opposition promising chaos in the capital. The opposition to this point has not agreed to let go of its demand for the resignation of PM Imran Khan. However, there is still a chance for negotiation as, despite deadlock on certain clauses, both parties are agreeing to sit for dialogue to reach an agreement. The March will move towards Islamabad from Karachi, with the initial political gathering taking place in Karachi on Sunday.

Leaders from Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) also joined in the gathering with promises of...

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