At least six people have died in protest-related violence as supporters seeking Imran Khan’s release from prison broke through barriers meant to lock down Islamabad.

Supporters of imprisoned former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan clashed with security forces in Islamabad, resulting in at least six deaths. Protesters breached barricades and marched towards government buildings,

Thousands of opposition protesters have converged on Pakistan's heavily-barricaded capital, demanding the release of jailed former prime minister Imran Khan.