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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Via AP news wire

Pakistan prime minister says those involved in violence of Khan detention will face terrorism trials

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Pakistan's prime minister said Saturday that authorities would go after those involved in violent protests following the detention of his predecessor, Imran Khan, including prosecution in anti-terrorism courts.

Shahbaz Sharif's warnings were a sign of further escalation in the long-running showdown between the government and Khan, who has the backing of large numbers of supporters.

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