Street sit-in protest draws large crowd in Quetta

This media file shows a group of men sitting on the ground in what appears to be a street in Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan. They are facing towards the left of the frame, looking at something out of view. The men are dressed in traditional South Asian attire, mostly in light-colored shalwar kameez. Some have head coverings, including a white scarf on the man in the foreground. Behind the men, there are several flags displayed on poles. Many of these flags are green and white, some with black lettering. One prominent flag in the background is white with black lettering. The architecture of the buildings behind the group suggests an urban environment. The buildings are multi-story with various colored facades, including yellow, blue, and white. Some signage is visible on the buildings, including what appears to be "KFK ARCADE". There are also some blue water tanks visible on the roof of one building. The overall atmosphere seems calm, with the men sitting patiently. The lighting suggests it is daytime, possibly late morning or afternoon, under an overcast sky. The scene depicts a gathering, likely a protest or a political rally, given the flags and the assembly of people in a public space. There are no strong indicators of negative emotions, but the solemnity of the scene suggests a serious occasion.

A man with a beard wearing a grey tunic and a dark vest is speaking into a microphone. He is also wearing a patterned skullcap. He has a ring on his left hand and a bracelet on his right wrist. Behind him, other people are visible, some wearing white garments and one wearing a green flag. The scene appears to be outdoors with trees and a building in the background.

In Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan, a group of men are gathered outdoors, possibly for a political or religious event. A speaker, wearing a white turban and traditional clothing, addresses the crowd through a microphone. He has a long, white beard and is holding a stick. To his right, another man in a green vest and blue shirt stands attentively. The crowd consists of men wearing various skullcaps and traditional attire. Behind the speakers, banners are visible, and the background shows buildings with signage for "OSAKA BATTERIES" and "modern arts." Electrical wires are strung overhead, suggesting an urban environment. Some individuals in the crowd appear to be holding phones, possibly recording the event. The overall scene depicts a public gathering with a speaker addressing an audience.

A crowd of men are gathered on a street, many of them sitting on the ground. They are holding flags, some of which are white with black lettering and others are green, red, and black. Some of the men are raising their hands. Buildings line the street. The atmosphere appears to be a protest or demonstration.

A medium shot shows a group of men sitting outdoors, with trees and a building in the background. In the foreground, a man with a beard and glasses wears a traditional cap and a patterned vest over a mustard-colored shirt. To his right, another man in a teal shirt is visible. A flag, partially obscured, is held up behind them. A banner with writing in an Arabic script is also present, stretched across the background. The men appear to be gathered for an event, possibly a protest or rally. The scene is set in Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan.

A medium shot captures a group of men in Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan, in what appears to be a public gathering, possibly a protest or rally, given the presence of various flags. The central figure, a man with dark, wavy hair and a full beard, is seated and turned slightly to the right, his gaze directed off-camera. He wears a pale green, collared shirt with a buttoned placket. To his left, another man, partially visible from the shoulders up, wears a blue, collared shirt with dark buttons. To the right of the central figure, another man's face is visible, looking towards the left. In the background, numerous flags are displayed, including white flags with black and red lettering, and a black flag. One white flag in the background has Arabic script. A building with a yellow facade and a blue sign with a circular emblem is visible behind the flags. The ground appears to be paved. The lighting suggests it is daytime, likely with overcast conditions or shade.

In Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan, two men are seated on a paved surface, likely a street, with several flags visible in the background. The man in the foreground on the left is wearing a maroon robe and a white turban, holding a wooden staff. He has a long, grey beard and is looking towards the camera. The man on the right is dressed in white clothing and a black and white checkered keffiyeh, also holding a wooden staff and a flag. Behind them, other men are seated, and several flags are planted in the ground. These flags appear to be red, green, and black with white stripes. Trees and buildings are visible in the background, suggesting an outdoor urban setting. The sky is overcast.

In a crowd in Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan, a man with a long black beard and a black turban is the central focus. He wears a dark brown tunic. To his left, two white flags with red and black inscriptions are visible. Behind him, other men are gathered, some wearing head coverings. A few individuals are holding a poster with Urdu writing and images of flags. The background consists of green foliage, suggesting an outdoor setting.

The video shows a man speaking into a microphone while standing in front of a group of seated men. The speaker is wearing a grey tunic, a black vest, and a patterned cap. He has a beard and is gesturing with his left hand. The seated men are mostly wearing white tunics and headscarves. Some are holding canes. In the background, there are trees, buildings, and a flag with red and black stripes. There are also other people standing behind the seated men, some of whom appear to be wearing military uniforms. The setting appears to be an outdoor gathering or protest.

In Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan, a group of men are seated on a paved street, some holding sticks. In the foreground, a man wearing a light green shalwar kameez and a skullcap holds his hands up, looking to his left. To his right, another man wears a checkered keffiyeh and a light brown shalwar kameez. Behind them, several flags, some white with red and black markings, are visible. The background shows a multi-story building with blue and yellow facades, and several shops with signage, one of which reads "AMIR PHOTOSTAT." A bottle of water is placed on the ground in the lower-left quadrant of the image. The scene appears to be an outdoor gathering or protest.

The image captures a street scene in Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan, where a large group of men are gathered outdoors, seated on the ground. They appear to be part of a protest or religious gathering, as indicated by the presence of several flags and a large banner with Arabic script. The people in the image are predominantly men, many wearing traditional Pakistani clothing such as shalwar kameez, kurtas, and turbans. Some have beards, and many are wearing caps or head coverings. The overall atmosphere seems to be one of collective participation, with individuals engaged in conversation, listening, or observing. The environment suggests an urban setting. Buildings with multiple stories and shopfronts line the street, indicating commercial activity. Power lines are visible overhead, and some of the buildings have a somewhat aged appearance. The ground is paved, consistent with a street or public square. The lighting indicates it is daytime, likely overcast or the sun is not directly overhead. The banner, held by individuals in the foreground, features prominent Arabic calligraphy and circular emblems, suggesting a religious or political message. Flags, in various colors including white, green, and red, are being held up, adding to the visual representation of a organized gathering. Some individuals are holding wooden sticks, which could be for support, demonstration purposes, or simply part of the environment. The presence of multiple individuals sitting close together and the overall composition suggest a static gathering rather than an active march.

In Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan, a gathering of men is seen participating in a protest. A speaker, wearing a black turban and traditional white clothing, addresses the crowd, holding a microphone. He is standing on a platform, with a large speaker system behind him. A flag with black, white, and green stripes is prominently displayed to the left of the speaker. The crowd is composed of men dressed in various traditional attire, including turbans and shalwar kameez, many of whom are seated on the ground. Some individuals are holding cell phones, possibly recording the event. The setting appears to be a street, with buildings and trees visible in the background, suggesting an outdoor urban environment. The sky is overcast. A banner with Arabic script and imagery is stretched across the front of the gathering.

Two young men are riding a red motorcycle on a paved road in Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan. The man in the front is driving, wearing a light blue kameez shalwar and brown sandals. The man in the back is wearing a beige kameez shalwar. The motorcycle has a license plate that reads "MT 2211". In the background, there is a beige building with intricate architectural details, and lush green bushes line the side of the road. A white SUV is driving on the road in front of the motorcycle. The sky is cloudy. The side of the road on the left is unpaved and shows construction debris and trash.

A group of men are seated outdoors in Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan. The man in the foreground on the right, wearing a white turban and a white shalwar kameez, is holding a decorative, multi-colored walking stick. He has a long, grey beard. To his left, another man in white, with a white turban and a white shalwar kameez, has his hand on his chest. He has a beard and is looking downwards. To his left, a man in a grey vest over a grey shalwar kameez is seated, looking to the left. He wears a patterned skullcap. Behind him, partially obscured, are other men, one wearing a black turban and a black garment, and another in sunglasses. In the background, a person in a police cap with "POLICE" written on it is visible. Two plastic water bottles are on the ground in front of the seated men. The ground is paved with asphalt. Trees and a building with a balcony are visible in the background.

The image depicts a group of men outdoors, likely in Quetta City Tehsil, Pakistan. The foreground features two men, one with a white cap and glasses, looking directly at the camera. He has a beard and is wearing a patterned vest over a white shirt. Behind him, another man with a beard and glasses is visible, smiling and looking upwards. He is wearing a brown checkered vest over a tan shirt. Several other men are visible in the background, some holding a flag with a green crescent moon and star, which is a symbol of Pakistan. The overall scene suggests a gathering or event, possibly a rally or protest, given the presence of the flag and the outdoor setting with trees and foliage. The lighting indicates it is daytime. The men appear to be of South Asian descent, with some wearing traditional Islamic headwear. The atmosphere seems to be one of camaraderie or shared purpose. There is no visible text in the image.