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Where Are the Women in Pakistan’s Politics?
By Mariyam Suleman Anees
As the country gears up for fiercely controversial polls in October, what are the prospects for women’s political participation in Pakistan?
Suicide Car Bomber Hits Checkpoint in Northwest Pakistan, Second Attack in 2 Days
By Siraj Dawar
Ten people were killed in two separate attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a traditional stronghold of the Pakistani Taliban.
Pakistan’s Chaos Is Not Good News for India
By Mohamed Zeeshan
The longer Pakistan's political crisis runs, the more vigilant India ought to be on its border.
No, Imran Khan Is not Pakistan’s Ayatollah Khomeini
By Umair Jamal
Unlike Iran’s Khomeini, the former Pakistani PM is neither a revolutionary nor is he seeking to overthrow established institutions as part of his so-called righteous struggle.
The Impact of Political Instability on Pakistan’s Internal Security
By Abdul Basit
Troops have been deployed in cities to quell violent protests. Militant groups could target them.
Rights Groups Oppose Trial of Pakistani Protesters in Military Courts
By Munir Ahmed
Following the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan last week, his supporters torched buildings, including police and military facilities.
Is Pakistan’s Powerful Military on the Ropes?
By Kiyya Baloch
There is a powerful surge of public anger against the military's political interference. But Pakistan's civilian politicians are too caught up in their personal feuds to capitalize on the movement.
Pakistan: In the Eye of the Political Storm
By Joe Wallen
Chaos erupted after Imran Khan's arrest. His release brought an uneasy calm, but the stage is set for a more serious clash.
Behind China’s Friendly Advice for Pakistan
By Eram Ashraf
China’s foreign minister made an unusually blunt demand for stability during his recent trip. Days later, Pakistan’s political unrest entered a new phase.
Government Supporters Call for Pakistani Chief Justice to Quit
By Munir Ahmed
Critics are accusing Chief Justice Umar Ata Bandial of bias for releasing ex-PM Imran Khan.
Pakistan’s People Are Fleeing Not Only Economic Crisis But Extremism
By Arsalan Bilal
Policymakers in Pakistan need to set the country’s house in order and work to convince its youth, its future leaders, that the country is worth staying in and building up.
This Week in Asia: May 12, 2023
The Diplomat’s weekly video round-up of Asia news.