The political climate in Pakistan is currently tense, with significant developments involving both left-wing and right-wing political figures. According to Dawn, a multi-party conference organized by the Popular Left Alliance (PLA) at the Karachi Press Club was disrupted when eight leaders and workers from various left-wing parties were allegedly detained by police. Imdad Qazi, the secretary general of the Communist Party of Pakistan, claimed that the police aimed to prevent these individuals from attending the conference, which was intended to discuss 'democracy and authoritarianism in Pakistan.' Despite these allegations, South Senior Superintendent of Police Mahzoor Ali denied any arrests, creating a conflicting narrative about the events that transpired. The PLA criticized the actions as 'complete authoritarianism,' highlighting the ongoing struggle for political expression in the region.