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Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment: How General Asim Munir Is Securing Unprecedented Military Authority
Nov 11, 2025 05:05 pm CST
Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill transforms the nation's governance by establishing a new Chief of Defence Forces position to be held by the Army Chief, granting lifetime immunity to Field Marshals, and formalizing military dominance in the constitutional framework. This amendment effectively restructures Pakistan's civil-military relationship, concentrating unprecedented power in General Asim Munir's hands while following historical patterns established by former military rulers.
Imran Khan's Fierce Criticism of Pakistan Army Chief: Accusations of Tyranny and Mental Instability
Nov 06, 2025 01:47 am CST
From prison, former Pakistan PM Imran Khan has launched a blistering attack on Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, calling him "the most oppressive dictator in Pakistan's history" and "mentally unstable." Khan alleges unprecedented tyranny under Munir's rule, citing violent incidents against his party members and claiming psychological torture of his wife Bushra Bibi. The 73-year-old PTI founder rejects dialogue with what he terms a "puppet government" and military establishment.
Former Australian PM Tony Abbott: India's Democratic Values Make It a Better US Ally Than Military-Run Pakistan
Oct 17, 2025 05:37 pm CST
Former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott, speaking at the NDTV World Summit 2025, called Pakistan a "military dictatorship" while praising India as a "liberal democracy." He criticized America's historical preference for Pakistan during the Cold War and emphasized that democratic values should guide international partnerships. Abbott also highlighted Pakistan's questionable counterterrorism efforts, noting they "gave Bin Laden a home" while claiming cooperation with the US.
Opinion | There's Something 26/11 Mumbai Attack Can Tell Us About Trump-Munir Lunch
Jun 20, 2025 07:07 pm CST
Now, as India threatens that 'Operation Sindoor' is far from over, US troops on its soil are a nice bit of insurance for Pakistan against Indian fury. But that also means more terrorism, not less.