The Power Struggle Between Imran Khan and Asim Munir: Pakistan's Political Crisis Explained

Nov 28, 2025 06:16 pm CST

This article examines the intense political rivalry between former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and current Chief of Defence Forces Asim Munir, tracing their conflict from Munir's 2019 dismissal as ISI chief to Khan's current imprisonment. Despite being jailed for over 800 days, Khan maintains significant public support while Munir has consolidated unprecedented military power through constitutional changes, highlighting Pakistan's ongoing struggle between civilian political leadership and military establishment.