Pakistan, Sept. 19 -- Islamabad authorities have decided to seal the extended Red Zone ahead of a planned long march, according to sources. All five routes leading toward the Red Zone will reportedly remain closed. Authorities plan to place two layers of containers along each route. A heavy police contingent will also deploy around the sealed area. The measures aim to maintain security during the political activity.

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Sources said the extended Red Zone will remain closed throughout the security arrangements. Authorities will only open the area in case of an emergency. The decision covers all five main routes leading toward the zone. Police will monitor the area an...