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Imran Khan’s arrest a test of nerves for power alignments in Pakistan

Somehow resembling the chaotic street politics of the last few months, the dramatic arrest of Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Imran Khan by paramilitary unit Pakistan Rangers on the premises of the Islamabad High Court on May 9, and the ensuing unrest, mark an expected escalation that may test the nerves of power…

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Imran Khan's U-turn from military's man to army critic

Islamabad (AFP) - Former prime minister Imran Khan has gone from being the chosen one to a thorn in the side of Pakistan's military -- long considered the nation's political power brokers.

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Imran Khan arrest: Army called in as Pakistan protests continue

Pakistan’s army warns against further attacks on state buildings or personnel after ex-PM’s arrest.

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Pakistan internet cut as violence erupts after arrest of ex-PM Imran Khan

Khan, ousted from power last year, was appearing in court to face corruption charges

The Guardian - UK

Pakistani minister flies to India for first visit by a senior official in 12 years

Foreign minister plays down any prospect of reconciliation effort as he stresses trip to Goa is purely for regional summit

The Guardian - UK

Pakistani soldiers in deadly gun battle with armed fighters

Pakistan army says it killed three fighters in exchange of fire in North Waziristan district near Afghan border.

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Jaishankar to hold talks with Chinese FM Qin, Lavrov, host Pakistan FM in Goa

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will hold talks with Foreign Ministers of China and Russia, and other counterparts of the eight-nation Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) on May 4

The Hindu

Pakistan government, Imran Khan’s PTI agree on simultaneous polls

Late-night talks between the ruling alliance and Khan’s party, however, end without any agreement on an election date.

Al Jazeera

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif wins vote of confidence

Sharif secures 180 votes, against the 172 required to achieve a simple majority in the lower house of the parliament.

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Two-year-old among 16 killed in explosions at Pakistan police office

Around 63 people are injured in the blasts, out of which eight are in critical condition, police say

The Independent UK

Pakistan’s Punjab elections to go ahead as court confirms ruling

Supreme court stands by decision to order elections next month in move that seemingly pits judiciary against government

The Guardian - UK

Pakistan govt and judiciary in new standoff amid economic turmoil

Pakistan's parliament on Thursday ruled against providing funds for provincial snap polls ordered by the Supreme Court, creating new discord between the judiciary and government amid months of political and economic turmoil.

Reuters

Where does Pakistan find itself year after Imran Khan lost power?

Ex-PM’s message of resistance, victimhood has caught people’s imaginations, revealed deep schisms in state institutions.

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Pakistan to launch new military operation against Islamist militants -statement

Pakistan plans to launch a new nationwide operation to root out Islamist militants, the national security committee said on Friday, in a potentially costly move for a country already facing full-blown economic and political crises.

Reuters

Pakistan minister cancels trip to IMF, World Bank meetings in US - sources

Pakistan's finance minister has cancelled a visit to Washington for spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank, government officials said on Friday, citing domestic political turmoil as the reason.

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Pakistan parliament rejects court order for snap provincial polls

Lawyer from opposition leader Imran Khan’s party says resolution passed by MPs carries ‘no backing of the law’.

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Why is Pakistan government trying to clip Supreme Court’s powers?

Government tables bill in National Assembly as PM Shehbaz Sharif accuses top court of creating ‘political instability’.

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Pakistan rights commission rebukes feuding political parties

Lahore (Pakistan) (AFP) - Pakistan's human rights commission rebuked feuding political parties on Tuesday for undermining democracy as the world's fifth-most populous country battles an economic crisis.

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Pakistan PM urges parliament to act against ex-premier Khan

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appealed to parliament on Tuesday to act against predecessor Imran Khan over accusations that his party was involved in violence that erupted when police tried to arrest him for alleged corruption.

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Imran Khan says ‘constitution violated’ as Punjab vote is delayed

Election panel moves April 30 vote to October after PM Shehbaz Sharif’s government refuses to provide necessary funds.

Foreign Policy

Politics Are Holding Pakistan’s Economy Hostage

Drama around former Prime Minister Imran Khan leaves Pakistan’s finances in the lurch.

Reuters

Pakistan's parliament summoned in midst of crisis over former PM Khan

Pakistan's parliament is to meet in a special joint session on Wednesday to "take important decisions" to enforce the state's authority, media reported, in the midst of prolonged anti-government defiance by former Prime Minister Imran Khan.

AFP

Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan fears arrest as he heads to court

Islamabad (AFP) - Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan said on Saturday he expected to be arrested as he headed to court on graft charges, after days of legal wrangling and pitched battles between his supporters and police.

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Imran Khan vows to appear in Pakistan court after street battles

Former Pakistan Premier Imran Khan vowed to turn up in court on Saturday after skipping hearings, potentially setting the scene for further political unrest in a country that’s at risk of a default.

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