Umar was taken into custody while waiting outside the IHC Bar Association's office, where they were drafting a plea to submit to the IHC. He had requested a meeting with the PTI Chairman Imran Khan through a petition, according to Geo News.
Imran Khan's party Pakistan Tehrreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has called for nationwide 'shutdown' today against the arrest of the former prime minister, according to Dawn.
Protests were seen in cities including Washington, New York, and Chicago. On Tuesday evening, supporters of Imran Khan gathered outside the Pakistan High Commission in London to protest against his arrest.
The US Embassy has announced a travel alert for its citizens in Pakistan. The US Embassy in Islamabad has also cancelled consular appointments for May 10.
Imran Khan will be presented at New Police Guest House, Police Lines Headquarters in H11/1 instead of the F8 Court Complex, Islamabad and Judicial Complex G 11/4.
The Amnesty International statement comes after the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority on Tuesday suspended mobile broadband services across the nation after former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's arrest.
In his tweet, Congressman Sherman emphasized America's dedication to democracy, the rule of law in Pakistan, US support for human rights and free speech worldwide.
Asserting that ongoing nationwide protests will continue until the release of former Pakistan PM Imran Khan, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has instructed the party leaders, workers and supporters to gather at the Islamabad Judicial Complex at 8 am on Wednesday.
Reacting to the arrest of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said that the United States does not have a stance on one political candidate or party and called for respect for democratic principles.