Shehbaz Sharif government
Field Marshal Asim Munir Appointed as Pakistan's First Chief of Defence Forces with Nuclear Authority
Dec 05, 2025 04:36 pm CST
Field Marshal Asim Munir has been appointed as Pakistan's first-ever Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), gaining unprecedented control over all military branches and the country's nuclear arsenal. This five-year appointment grants him legal immunity equivalent to the president and establishes him as Pakistan's most powerful military figure in decades, raising questions about the balance of power between civilian and military authorities.
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan Alive But "Mentally Tortured" in Jail, Sister Reveals After Rare Visit
Dec 02, 2025 09:41 pm CST
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan is alive but subjected to "mental torture" in Adiala Jail, according to his sister Dr. Uzma Khanum following their first meeting in weeks. Khan reportedly blamed General Asim Munir for his imprisonment while his family continues to raise concerns about his treatment and limited communication, amidst growing protests from supporters demanding proof of his wellbeing.
Imran Khan's Son Demands Proof of Life as Former Pakistan PM Remains in Solitary Confinement
Nov 29, 2025 06:16 pm CST
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has been kept in solitary confinement for six weeks with no family visits allowed despite court orders. His son Kasim Khan has demanded proof that his father is still alive, as concerns grow over the 73-year-old political leader's health and safety after 845 days of imprisonment in Adiala Jail.
Pakistan's Military Transformation: Field Marshal Asim Munir Becomes Unprecedented Chief of Defence Forces
Nov 28, 2025 02:07 am CST
Pakistan's military landscape undergoes a historic shift as Field Marshal Asim Munir assumes the newly created Chief of Defence Forces role, granting him unprecedented authority over all three military branches and nuclear arsenal for a five-year term. This constitutional change significantly diminishes civilian oversight while extending Munir's tenure and providing lifelong legal immunity, effectively making him "the most powerful man in Pakistan" according to defense analysts.
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.
Pakistan Grants Field Marshal Asim Munir Expanded Powers Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Nov 13, 2025 04:07 pm CST
Pakistan's parliament approves a constitutional amendment granting Field Marshal Asim Munir lifetime immunity and expanded control over military branches, further cementing the military's influence in the nuclear-armed nation. This development comes amid heightened regional tensions following deadly explosions in both Pakistan and India, while also coinciding with improved Pakistan-US relations and President Trump referring to Munir as his "favorite Field Marshal."
Gen Z Students Protest Against Pakistani Government's Education Policies in PoK: Violence Erupts After Shooting Incident
Nov 07, 2025 01:45 pm CST
In Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, Gen Z students are leading significant protests against the Shehbaz Sharif government's educational policies, including fee hikes and examination irregularities. What began as peaceful demonstrations has escalated after a shooting incident injured a protester, raising concerns about potential nationwide unrest as citizen groups join the movement.
Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment: How Field Marshal Asim Munir Could Gain Unprecedented Power
Nov 06, 2025 03:39 pm CST
Pakistan plans to introduce the 27th constitutional amendment that could significantly increase Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir's authority by restructuring the command of armed forces. The Shehbaz Sharif government has confirmed the upcoming amendment, which proposes changes to Article 243 and potentially creates a new Commander-in-Chief position. Critics fear this move would fundamentally alter Pakistan's civil-military balance, placing civilian institutions under military control and reducing provincial autonomy established by the 18th amendment.
Pakistan Suspends Internet in Islamabad and Rawalpindi Amid Planned TLP Anti-Israel Protest
Oct 10, 2025 01:42 pm CST
Pakistan has implemented an internet shutdown in Islamabad and Rawalpindi as authorities prepare for the "Aqsa Million March," an anti-Israel protest organized by Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan. Security measures include road blockades and preventive arrests, with the demonstration targeting the government's support for the Gaza peace deal.
Pakistan Police Raid on Islamabad Press Club During POK Protests: Journalists Attacked and Press Freedom Concerns
Oct 03, 2025 03:14 pm CST
Pakistani police stormed Islamabad's National Press Club, attacking journalists covering protests about alleged human rights abuses in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. The raid has sparked outrage nationwide, with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi ordering an investigation as concerns about press freedom in Pakistan intensify.