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Pakistan’s Islamist Parties Could Emerge Spoilers or Kingmakers

Pakistan’s Islamist Parties Could Emerge Spoilers or Kingmakers

By Abdul Basit
Although these parties may not win many seats -- they have not formed an alliance and lack the support of the military establishment -- they could still play a role post-February 8.

The Islamist Threat Bordering Pakistan’s Political Crisis

The Islamist Threat Bordering Pakistan’s Political Crisis

By Samaya Anjum
The prospect of Islamist organizations toppling the state remains remote. But the real threat is the violence and destruction they might perpetrate in the process.
Why Are Some Pakistanis Celebrating the Taliban Takeover?

Why Are Some Pakistanis Celebrating the Taliban Takeover?

By Khurram Abbas and Zahid Shahab Ahmed
Three different segments of Pakistan's socio-political fabric are happy to see the Taliban retake power in Afghanistan – each for a different reason.

Pakistani Opposition’s Criticism of the Military Continues

Pakistani Opposition’s Criticism of the Military Continues

By Umair Jamal
Pakistan Democratic Movement leader Fazlur Rehman’s potshot at the army shows the opposition remains emboldened.

Opposition Rallies Rock Pakistan As Its Leaders Push Against Imran Khan and the Military

Opposition Rallies Rock Pakistan As Its Leaders Push Against Imran Khan and the Military

By Abhijnan Rej
Opposition leader Nawaz Sharif’s push against the country’s powerful military is a bold gambit with no obvious end game.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

No, Fazlur Rehman Cannot Protect Pakistanis’ Democratic Rights

No, Fazlur Rehman Cannot Protect Pakistanis’ Democratic Rights

By Umair Jamal
Opposition parties have tapped a right-wing Islamist as the leader of the Pakistan Democratic Movement. That raises serious questions.

New Criminal Case Registered Against Pakistan Opposition Leader Nawaz Sharif

New Criminal Case Registered Against Pakistan Opposition Leader Nawaz Sharif

By Abhijnan Rej
This comes in the backdrop of a growing push by Sharif and other opposition leaders to oust the military-supported Imran Khan government.
Why Can’t Pakistan’s Opposition Parties Remove the Khan Government?

Why Can’t Pakistan’s Opposition Parties Remove the Khan Government?

By Umair Jamal
Opposition political parties in Pakistan cannot topple the current government unless they are ready to anger the country’s powerful military. 

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