Lt. Gen. Faiz Hameed, an ally of the former prime minister, Imran Khan, once led Pakistan’s powerful Inter-Services Intelligence agency.
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Fighting India Helps Revive the Pakistani Military’s Popularity
As Pakistan declares victory, confidence in the troubled country’s state institutions is re-emerging, at least for now.
Pakistan’s Leaders May Talk Tough, but War With India Is the Last Thing Pakistanis Want
For many across the country, economic struggles, political malaise and the fear of armed conflict with India now feel like parts of the same burden.
Pakistan Needs Support Fighting Terrorism. A Happy Trump Could Help.
The president’s praise of the Pakistani government for its role in capturing a “top terrorist” signaled a possible strengthening of counterterrorism ties.
In Pakistan, Imran Khan’s Followers Are Counting on Trump to Free Him
A Trump ally has called on Pakistan to release the former prime minister from prison, inspiring fervent hope among his supporters.
Pakistan’s Capital Is Turned Upside Down by Unending Protests
Residents of Islamabad are tiring of regular demonstrations demanding the release of the former prime minister Imran Khan, with the marches leading to clashes with security forces.
Protesters Supporting Pakistani Ex-Leader Are Dispersed in Crackdown
Thousands of demonstrators seeking the release of Imran Khan, the jailed ex-prime minister, fled the capital.
Fury Unfolds in Pakistan
Scenes from the violent clashes between the security forces and protesters who are demanding the release of Imran Khan from prison.
Pakistan Deploys Army as Deadly Clashes Erupt with Imran Khan Supporters
Soldiers were ordered to defend government buildings with gunfire if needed, as supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan demanded his release from prison.
Protesters Defy Pakistan Crackdown to Demand Imran Khan’s Release
Supporters of the ex-prime minister marched toward Islamabad, the capital. Clashes with the police left at least one officer dead, the authorities said.