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Nawaz Sharif Returns to Pakistan: The Army Playing a Safe Bet?

Nawaz Sharif Returns to Pakistan: The Army Playing a Safe Bet?

By Rishi Gupta
The army seems to have given a green signal to Nawaz Sharif to become the face of forthcoming general elections in Pakistan.

What Nawaz Sharif’s Return to Pakistan Means

What Nawaz Sharif’s Return to Pakistan Means

By Umair Jamal
It signals a fair level of confidence in upcoming elections being fair and inclusive, and that he will be treated fairly by the courts.
Where Does Pakistan’s Democracy Go From Here? 

Where Does Pakistan’s Democracy Go From Here? 

By Ailia Zehra
Last year, Imran Khan’s ouster and the end of the “hybrid regime” briefly gave hope to those seeking true democracy in Pakistan. But the military managed to further consolidate its grip on power. 

Pakistan’s Outdated Counter­terrorism Framework Requires Major Revamp

Pakistan’s Outdated Counter­terrorism Framework Requires Major Revamp

By Abdul Basit
Talks with the TTP, for example, allowed some factions to return to Pakistan and gain legitimacy as well.

Is the Worst Yet to Come for Imran Khan?

Is the Worst Yet to Come for Imran Khan?

By Umair Jamal
As things stand, it seems neither Khan nor his political party will be permitted to contest elections.

Frankenstein’s Monster: Pakistan’s Military and Imran Khan

Frankenstein’s Monster: Pakistan’s Military and Imran Khan

By Muhammad A. Basit
The Pakistani military supported and nurtured Imran Khan, but later realized it was a failed experiment. 

Implications of Pakistan’s Terror Tagging of Political Opponents

Implications of Pakistan’s Terror Tagging of Political Opponents

By Abdul Basit
Charging political protestors under counterterrorism laws, even as extremist outfits are allowed to march in support of the military, will undermine Pakistan’s democracy.
Pakistan’s Ex-PM Imran Khan Softens Demand for Snap Vote

Pakistan’s Ex-PM Imran Khan Softens Demand for Snap Vote

By Munir Ahmed
Amid a crackdown on his party, the former cricketer turned Islamist politician is on the back foot.

Is Pakistan’s Powerful Military on the Ropes?

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

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.

Pakistan Cracks Down on Former PM Imran Khan’s Supporters, Arresting Thousands

Pakistan Cracks Down on Former PM Imran Khan’s Supporters, Arresting Thousands

By Munir Ahmed
The arrests followed mob attacks on government buildings, military installations, and public places in response to Khan’s arrest on Tuesday.
Pakistan’s Electoral Limbo

Pakistan’s Electoral Limbo

By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
The last year has been been a microcosm of Pakistan’s seven decades of dysfunction, now culminating in ambiguity over the most fundamental of democratic exercises: holding an election. 

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