Pakistan democracy
Pakistani Army Spokesman Under Fire After Winking at Female Journalist During Press Conference
Dec 10, 2025 09:15 am CST
Pakistan's military spokesman Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry faces backlash after winking at a female journalist who questioned him about allegations against former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The incident highlights growing tensions between Pakistan's military establishment and political figures, with accusations of undermining democracy and constitutional norms.
Pakistan's Field Marshal Asim Munir Threatens Swift Response to Any Indian Aggression as Chief of Defence Forces
Dec 09, 2025 01:22 pm CST
Pakistan's newly appointed Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has issued provocative statements against India, warning of a "swift, severe, and intense" response to any future aggression. As Pakistan's most powerful military figure overseeing all three service branches and the country's nuclear arsenal, Munir's rise to power marks a significant shift in Pakistan's military structure amid ongoing regional tensions.
Pakistan's Democratic Decline: How the Military Regained Control Without Tanks in the Streets
Nov 20, 2025 03:17 pm CST
Pakistan's military has regained central power through subtle means rather than overt force, as evidenced by recent constitutional amendments granting Army Chief Asim Munir expanded authority and legal immunity. While civilian leaders Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Zardari maintain ceremonial roles, they have systematically surrendered hard-won civilian oversight, potentially reversing two decades of democratic progress in Pakistan's governance structure.