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Pakistan president suspends Khan stronghold province, escalating political crisis

President Zardari has effectively suspended the provincial government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a PTI stronghold, escalating the political confrontation with Imran Khan's party. The move is unprecedented and likely to trigger legal and political backlash, deepening instability ahead of elections.

Deutsche Welle EN1 day agoPKengCredibility 61%View source

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#pakistan #political-crisis #imran-khan #provincial-government #constitutional-crisis

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Pakistan: Federal Government Imposes Emergency Rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Pakistan's federal government has imposed emergency rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), suspending the provincial administration led by former PM Imran Khan's party (PTI). This action, confirmed by multiple high-confidence sources, centralizes power and escalates political confrontation ahead of expected elections, with the KP Chief Minister reportedly in protective custody and hundreds arrested. The legal basis and full scope of emergency measures remain contested, raising risks of civil unrest and a constitutional crisis.

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