Former Pakistan president Pervez Musharraf dies after long illness Military ruler, one of country’s most divisive leaders after seizing power in coup, has died in exile in Dubai The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2023
Pervez Musharraf: The Pakistani ex-president’s chequered legacy The former army chief, who seized power in a coup, died at the age of 79 in Dubai after a prolonged illness. Al Jazeera · Feb 5, 2023
Ex-Pakistan leader Pervez Musharraf, who aided U.S. war in Afghanistan, has died Gen. Pervez Musharraf, who seized power in a bloodless coup and later led a reluctant Pakistan into aiding the U.S. war in Afghanistan against the Taliban, has died. He was 79. WEKU · Feb 5, 2023
Pervez Musharraf, Pakistan martial ruler in 9/11 wars, dies An offical says Gen. Pervez Musharraf, who seized power in a bloodless coup and later led a reluctant Pakistan into aiding the U.S. war in Afghanistan, has died The Independent UK · Feb 5, 2023
Pakistan PM's son returns from exile to face graft charges A son of Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has returned home after four years in London to face corruption charges that were filed against him in 2020 The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2022
Pakistan poll panel starts process to remove Khan as party chief Former PM Imran Khan has been charged with not disclosing buying gifts from the state depository. Al Jazeera · Dec 7, 2022
Pakistan PM tests positive for COVID for a third time Shehbaz Sharif tests positive for the coronavirus a day after returning from London. Al Jazeera · Nov 15, 2022
Pakistani PM unwell, tests positive for COVID for 3rd time Pakistan’s information minister says Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has tested positive for the coronavirus and is feeling unwell a day after returning from London The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2022
Pakistan PM meets brother Nawaz in UK over naming new army chief Gov’t accuses ex-PM Imran Khan of trying to influence the appointment of the military chief and making it controversial. Al Jazeera · Nov 11, 2022
Pakistan’s Military Is Afraid of Imran Khan The former prime minister has turned against the force that once supported him. Foreign Policy · Nov 4, 2022
Pakistan Hits Back at Biden’s ‘Dangerous Nation’ Comment Pakistan pushed back Saturday against a comment by President Joe Biden in which he called the South Asian country “one of the most dangerous nations in the world.” Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari said his office would summon the US ambassador for an explanation, and the current prime minister and… Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 15, 2022
Pakistani court acquits PM, son in money laundering case A defense lawyer says a Pakistani court has acquitted Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and his son of corruption and money laundering charges filed in 2020 The Independent UK · Oct 12, 2022
Pakistan PM: Imran Khan is 'biggest liar on earth' LAHORE: Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has accused the former premier Imran Khan of being the "the biggest liar on the face of the earth" and injecting poison into society to "dangerously polarise the electorate" after he was toppled from power earlier this year, the UK-based newspaper Guardian reported. The Times of India · Oct 4, 2022
Pakistan’s PM says rival Imran Khan is ‘biggest liar on earth’ Exclusive: As economic turmoil continues, Shehbaz Sharif accuses predecessor of leaving the country in ruins The Guardian - UK · Oct 4, 2022
Al Jazeera · Sep 29, 2022 Pakistani court acquits Maryam Nawaz in corruption case Ruling means daughter of former prime minister and vice president of Pakistan Muslim League can run for election.
Reuters · Sep 29, 2022 Pakistan court acquits former PM Sharif's daughter in graft case A Pakistani court on Thursday quashed the conviction of Maryam Nawaz, the daughter of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif, in a corruption case that had seen her sentenced to seven years in jail, her party and defence lawyer said, lifting curbs on her contesting elections.
Al Jazeera · Sep 29, 2022 Why is Pakistan investigating several audio leaks from PM office? PM Shehbaz Sharif orders formation of committee to investigate leaking of several audio files released over past week.
The Independent UK · Sep 29, 2022 Pakistani court acquits ex-PM's daughter in corruption case A court in Pakistan’s capital has acquitted the daughter of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif in a corruption case
Reuters · Sep 28, 2022 Pakistan finance minister known for propping up rupee in earlier stints Ishaq Dar, Pakistan's new finance minister, has strongly favoured intervention in currency markets in three previous stints in the job, but faces a nation in economic crisis this time and the conditions of an International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme.
The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2022 The AP Interview: Pakistani leader details flood devastation Flooding likely worsened by climate change has submerged one-third of Pakistan’s territory and left 33 million of its people scrambling to survive
The Hindu · Sep 6, 2022 A perfect storm in Pakistan — India must offer relief assistance With devastating floods in Pakistan amid political turbulence, New Delhi and Islamabad need to get past the current impasse and resume dialogue.
The Hindu · Sep 5, 2022 The difficult path to India-Pakistan peace The failure to manage the domestic audience in Pakistan is a recurrent trope that has overwhelmed peace attempts
The Times of India · Jun 22, 2022 Kolkata: Mango gifts part of SAARC diplomacy KOLKATA: Mango diplomacy has been a part of SAARC diplomacy for a long time. Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru used to give mangoes to foreign delegates. In 1981, former president Zia Ul Haq sent a box of Anwar Rataul mangoes to former PM Indira Gandhi. Pakistan’s former PM, Nawaz Sharif, had also…
ABC News · Jun 20, 2022 Imran Khan wants rule of law and an Islamic welfare state in Pakistan Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan alleges he was ousted from office as part of a US conspiracy, yet there are claims he lost crucial military support — nevertheless, he's campaigning for a return.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 19, 2022 Pervez Musharraf’s wish to return to Pakistan reopens debate about his rule The exile who once led a military dictatorship is in hospital and a spokesperson has said his wish to come home should be granted