Pakistani politics
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.
Pakistan's Strategic Maneuvering: Using Gaza Protests to Avoid Israel Recognition Commitments
Oct 13, 2025 06:20 pm CST
Pakistan's military establishment has orchestrated protests through Tehreek e Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) to create internal instability, providing an excuse to back away from commitments to recognize Israel under the Abraham Accords. This calculated strategy risks undermining Pakistan's potential leadership role in West Asia being offered by President Trump, as the region moves toward resolving the Palestinian conflict despite Pakistan's street demonstrations.
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.