Hundreds of supporters of a religious party have been blocking the route for nearly 10 days, demanding minister of law be sacked for what they say committing a blasphemy.
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By Web Desk | November 18, 2017
Pakistan's government on Saturday postponed by 24 hours an action by security forces against protesters who have been blocking a route into the capital for nearly 10 days.
According to local media outlet Dawn.com, the orders to allow the protesters more time to disperse came from Interior Minister Ahsan Iqbal shortly after security personnel reached the blocked road in Faizabad area.
The orders to delay the operation followed a dialogue between authorities and protesters, it said.
The government has decided to hold another round of talks with leaders of the protesters later today, Dawn.com added.
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