Insulting Islam or its founder is already a capital offense, but now those who insult people connected to the Prophet Muhammad could get prison time.
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33 Pakistani Taliban Militants Killed After Holding Prison Hostage
The attack at a detention center in northwestern Pakistan is the latest in a resurgence in violence from Pakistani Taliban militants in recent months.
Pakistan Names a New Army Chief, Amid Political Drama Centered on the Military
The appointment of Lt. Gen. Syed Asim Munir comes after weeks of intense speculation and backstage negotiations over who would lead the nuclear-armed military.
Imran Khan’s Supporters Clash With Police in Pakistan After Gunman Attack
The former prime minister accused military and government officials of plotting the attack that wounded him as political violence welled up around Pakistan.
Your Friday Briefing: A COP 27 Preview
Plus Benjamin Netanyahu retakes power in Israel and Imran Khan is wounded in Pakistan.
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.
Pakistan Is Devastated by Floods, Faces Looming Food Crisis
The flooding has crippled Pakistan’s agricultural sector, battering the country as it reels from an economic crisis and double-digit inflation that has sent the price of basics soaring.
Pakistan Is Devastated by Floods, Faces Looming Food Crisis
The flooding has crippled Pakistan’s agricultural sector, battering the country as it reels from an economic crisis and double-digit inflation that has sent the price of basics soaring.
Imran Khan, Pakistan’s Former Leader, Appears in Court
The police were ordered not to arrest the former prime minister, who has been charged under Pakistan’s antiterrorism act, before a hearing set for next Wednesday.