Supporters of the former prime minister of Pakistan have repeatedly clashed this week with the security forces, keeping the country on edge. “Show you can fight,” he told supporters.
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A Pakistani Aid Worker Responds to Her Country’s Dire Needs
Dealing with refugees and record flooding, Shabnam Baloch is leading efforts in Pakistan for the International Rescue Committee.
Power Outage Sweeps Pakistan, Dropping Millions Into Darkness
Blackouts are becoming increasingly common in Pakistan, where small failures can lead to cascading effects through the nation’s deteriorating power grid.
Imran Khan, Ex-Prime Minister of Pakistan, Is Shot at Rally
Mr. Khan, who was leading a protest march, was wounded in both legs, in an attack that threated to plunge the country into turmoil.
Imran Khan, Pakistan’s Ex-Leader, Is Barred From Office
The decision by Pakistan’s election commission is a major escalation of the showdown between the ruling establishment and Mr. Khan, and it raises the specter of unrest.
Imran Khan, Pakistan’s Ex-Premier, Charged Under Terrorism Act
The move against Imran Khan is a major escalation of the power struggle between the government and the former leader and risks renewed public unrest.
Days After Ouster, Imran Khan Is Back on the Trail in Pakistan
With fiery critiques of his rivals and the U.S., the former prime minister has drawn thousands to rallies across Pakistan and stoked fears of more political turmoil.
In Imran Khan’s Ouster, a Reminder of Pakistani Military’s Power
After Imran Khan’s ouster as prime minister, the legacy of his time in office is a continued military dominance of public affairs and deep polarization that could turn violent.
Imran Khan Dissolves Parliament, Blocking No-Confidence Vote
Imran Khan’s actions have set up a constitutional battle over the country’s leadership. The Supreme Court is expected to address the turmoil on Monday.
Imran Khan Defiantly Refuses to Resign as Pakistan’s Leader
Prime Minister Khan, who faces the prospect of being removed from office by Parliament, accused the United States of mounting a conspiracy to topple his government.