Critics argue the current government, seen by many as military-backed, is using its parliamentary majority to consolidate power and further disenfranchise Opposition parties.
In the past, the PTI head has blamed the US and completely refused to negotiate with his opponents. Now, he is ‘proud’ of the Army and wants strong relations with the US.
Charles Glass had sought permission from Pakistan’s federal interior minister via email to meet Imran Khan, citing a court order that allowed him a visit. His request was denied.
The decision to ban PTI follows two significant developments: The Supreme Court's ruling declaring it eligible for reserved seats and the overturning of Imran Khan's conviction.
Attaullah Tarar, Pakistan's I&B minister, said in a press conference Monday that a decision has been taken to ban former PM Imran Khan's party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
They were sentenced to 7 years in February when a court found them guilty of breaking Islamic law by failing to observe required interval between Bibi’s divorce from previous marriage and her marriage to Khan.
Pakistani activists and journalists condemned the incident and accused the radical Tehreek-e-Labbaik of such cases of violence in the country's Swat Valley.
Soon after the picture was shared on social media, the man who leaked the picture was suspended. One X user noted that even a single photo of Khan is a 'massive burden on the system.'
Finance ministry says the proposed revamp will focus on structural reforms, rate rationalisation & ease of living, & will be deliberated upon in the coming weeks.
The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.
Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.
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