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Does This Video Show Pakistan Vote Rigging?

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:27:00 -0700

Hundreds of Pakistanis continue to protest the recent elections handing victory to Nawaz Sharif's Muslim League party. Critics have released a video apparently showing an election worker stuffing a handful of ballots into a ballot box, as well as revealing what looks like discarded votes littering the floor. Despite the protests, European Union observers said the election process showed marked improvement over previous votes.

A New Era for Pakistan? Crucial Election Too Close to Call

Fri, 10 May 2013 07:29:00 -0700

Pakistan's election tomorrow comes at a time of crisis -- and at a time when the youth vote is energized like never before. The Real News Network takes a look at the forces shaking up the country's political establishment ahead of the country's first peaceful transfer of civilian power.

Pakistan Lines Up for Landmark Transfer of Power

Fri, 03 May 2013 17:34:00 -0700

After decades of coups and political instability, Pakistan is set for its first democratic transfer of power since achieving independence. LinkAsia's Wajahat Khan presents the latest on the general election, and what the landmark event means for the future of Pakistan.

Former Pakistan President Musharraf Under House Arrest: 'Army Will Not Shield Him'

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:46:00 -0700

An analyst says while the powerful Pakistani military could protect former president Pervez Musharraf from facing justice they are allowing the democratic process of the high court to prevail. In the background of this a Pakistani court has put Musharraf under house arrest for two days pending allegations of a string of charge, which may include treason and murder plots. Musharraf had left Pakistan to reside in Britain and anticipated now would be the right time for him to return to Pakistan on the eve of new elections to run for the presidential position once again. Expecting a welcoming return Musharraf was picked up by police upon his arrival into the country. Press TV has interviewed Syed Tariq Pirzada, political analyst from Islamabad about this issue.

Pakistan: Ex-Prez Musharraf Flees Court After Arrest Order

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 18:16:00 -0700

Pervez Musharraf's bodyguards bundled him into an SUV and fled to his Islamabad compound yesterday after a court appearance ended with an order for the former president's arrest on treason charges. The former army chief is now under house arrest, the court says.

Dark Assassins: CIA's Post-9/11 Move from Spying to Killing

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:06:00 -0700

In his new book, "The Way of the Knife: The CIA, a Secret Army, and a War at the Ends of the Earth," Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times reporter Mark Mazzetti tracks the transformation of the CIA and US special operations forces into man-hunting and killing machines in the world's dark spaces: the new American way of war. The book's revelations include disclosing that the Pakistani government agreed to allow the drone attacks in return for the CIA's assassination of Pakistani militant Nek Muhammad, who was not even a target of the United States. Mazzetti's reporting on the violence in Pakistan and Afghanistan -- and Washington's response -- won him a Pulitzer Prize in 2009. The year before, he was a Pulitzer finalist for his reporting on the CIA's detention and interrogation program.

Pakistan's Musharraf Returns Home Amid Death Threats

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 10:09:00 -0700

Pakistan's former president Pervez Musharraf has returned home, ending more than four years of self-imposed exile. The former military ruler will run in next month's general election. Risking arrest and death threats, will Musharraf regain the political sway he once held?

Pakistan Marks Political Milestone: Will New Parliament Last?

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 15:27:00 -0700

Pakistan's parliament is being dissolved ahead of elections. A democratically elected government has completed a five-year term for the first time - a milestone in a country where military-led coups are common.

Pakistan Cleric Strikes Deal to End Protests

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 19:17:00 -0800

Pakistan's government has reached a deal with the firebrand cleric who has led days of huge protests in the capital. Tahir ul-Qadri hailed the settlement as a victory, though while it saves face for the anti-corruption campaigner, it does not grant his key demands.

Could this Cleric in a Bulletproof Box Bring Down Pakistan's Government?

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:26:00 -0800

As Pakistan's prime minister resists an order for his arrest, foreign affairs correspondent Jonathan Rugman meets Tahir ul-Qadri, the cleric who has inspired tens of thousands of people to take to the streets to demand change -- but who is accused by opponents of being a military stooge.

Rallies in Karachi and Quetta Denounce Bombings

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 11:53:00 -0800

Rallies in Karachi and Quetta denounce the bombings that took place yesterday, demanding more security from government forces, and blaming the US for supporting terrorism in Pakistan.

Taliban Targets Another Pakistani Schoolgirl

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 20:44:00 -0700

Less than two weeks after the Taliban shot Pakistani schoolgirl Malala Yousafzai, another teenager, Hina Khan, says her life has been threatened. And her family says the Pakistani government has not offered them any protection. Al Jazeera's Dominic Kane reports.

Malala Yousufzai Shooting Sways Pakistani Public Against Taliban

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 16:14:00 -0700

The Pakistani Taliban gained significant leverage as popular anger against US drone strikes has risen. But according to LinkAsia contributor Wajahat Khan, the shooting of 14-year-old women's rights activist Malala Yousufzai has swayed public opinion against them.

'Living Under Drones': Pakistan Responds to US Study

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 12:46:00 -0700

A new report from Stanford and NYU researchers has verified the true cost of the United States' drone strikes on Pakistani civilians. Yul Kwon Skypes with Wajahat Khan in Islamabad about Pakistani reactions to the report and the increased attention on the US drone war.

Pakistan Braces for Film Protest National Holiday

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 10:22:00 -0700

The Pakistani government has announced that September 21st will be a national holiday dubbed "Love for the Prophet Muhammad Day." Contributor Wajahat Khan reports from Islamabad on the impending nationwide shutdown and the ramifications of this day of protest.

Pakistan Declares National Holiday for Film Protests

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 16:55:00 -0700

Pakistan's government has declared Friday a national holiday to allow protests against the anti-Islam film. The announcement came hours after hundreds of lawyers surrounded the Islamabad compound that houses the US Embassy on Wednesday.

Pakistan to summon US envoy over anti-Islam film as protests continue [Press TV, Iran]

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0700

France to shut embassies in over 20 countries over anti-Prophet cartoons, Iran's foreign minister meets Syrian President Assad in Damascus, Israel exiles Palestinian hunger striker to Pakistan, and more.

Thousands of Pakistanis march against reopening of NATO supply routes [Al Jazeera, Qatar]

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 17:26:00 -0700

Thousands of supporters of Islamic parties and national figures demonstrated in front of parliament to protest the government's decision to allow NATO supply convoys in Afghanistan to pass through Pakistani territories, reports Al Jazeera.

Prime Minister's Ouster Rocks Pakistani Politics

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 20:43:00 -0700

The Pakistani Supreme Court has dismissed the country's highest elected official, PM Yusuf Raza Gilani, on contempt charges. Contributor Wajahat Khan reports from Islamabad on the reactions of the Pakistani people.

Emergency Talks to Name New Pakistan PM

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 15:45:00 -0700

Pakistan's ruling coalition is holding emergency talks to choose the country's next prime minister. They will be voting for a new candidate after the supreme court disqualified Yusuf Raza Gilani from office on Tuesday.

Pakistan: PM Gilani Pushed from Power by Supreme Court

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 08:36:00 -0700

Pakistan has been thrown into a new political crisis after the country's supreme court disqualified Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani from holding office. The ruling follows Gilani's conviction in a contempt case in April, and he has no right of appeal.

Pakistan slams US drone attacks as 'illegal' and 'counterproductive' [Press TV, Iran]

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0700

"Illegal" and "counterproductive" are the words Pakistan used to describe US drone attacks on its northwest tribal regions, which locals say kill mostly civilians, reports Press TV. They called the attacks a violation of Pakistan's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Pakistan Court Finds Prime Minister Gilani Guilty of Contempt

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:53:00 -0700

Pakistan's supreme court has found Prime Minister Yousaf Gilani guilty of contempt for not reopening corruption cases against President Asif Zardari. Gilani nows faces pressure to quit, as well as possible legal moves to force him from office.

Pakistani PM convicted of contempt [Dubai TV, UAE]

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 -0700

The Pakistani Supreme Court convicted Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani of contempt for disobeying orders to file money laundering charges against President Asif Ali Zardari two years ago, reports Dubai TV.

Disillusioned with Democracy: Pakistan

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 19:20:00 -0700

Former cricketer Imran Khan is one of Pakistan's most famous people. Now, he's leveraging his name recognition and social media savvy into running for Prime Minister. Contributor Wajahat Khan reports on why Pakistanis are looking towards and athlete-turned-politician in the midst of national political chaos.

Pakistan's Power Struggle Moves to Supreme Court

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:43:00 -0800

The potentially explosive row between Pakistan's government and supreme court rumbles on, after Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gillani was summoned to face contempt charges for not reopening corruption cases against President Asif Zardari.

Pakistan court to examine Zardari's immunity [Dubai TV, UAE]

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Iran downplays Hormuz threat amid fears of military confrontation, battle looms in Yemeni town captured by al-Qaeda, violence continues in Syria as Arab League's mission mandate expires, and more.

Is Pakistan Facing Another Military Coup?

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:08:00 -0800

As the sacking of Pakistan's defense chief General Naeem Khalid Lodhi sparks a public feud between the country's military and government, Al Jazeera's Inside Story asks: which side will eventually win the battle?

War of Words Continues Between Pakistan's Military and Civilian Leaders

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:54:00 -0800

Pakistan's military chief has summoned his top commanders for talks amid a widening rift between the armed forces and the civilian government that led to the dismissal of the country's top defense official.

Pakistan's Zardari heads to Dubai wedding amid fears of military coup [BBC Arabic, UK]

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari headed to Dubai for a one-day visit at a time when his government is facing growing hostility from the army. Many are concerned about a more dangerous confrontation between the two. BBC Arabic has more.

Pakistan PM fires defense secretary amid escalating crisis [Press TV, Iran]

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Tensions over a secret memo continue to dominate Pakistan's political scene. In the latest development, Pakistan's Prime Minister Yousef Raza Gillani sacked the country's defense secretary, Naeem Khalid Lodhi, reports Press TV.

Political tension beefing up in Pakistan over corruption cases [Press TV, Iran]

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0800

Pakistan's Supreme Court warns that it could dismiss the country's PM over non-implementation of its decision to reopen corruption cases against the president. The Supreme Court declared an amnesty granted to politicians unconstitutional in late 2008.

Islamabad denies holding talks with the Pakistani Taliban [BBC Arabic, UK]

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

The Pakistani government denies holding talks with the Pakistani Taliban. The leader of the group announced earlier that his organization is holding talks with Islamabad to diminish US influence in the region, reports BBC Arabic.

Afghanistan's Karzai blames Pakistan group for deadly attack [Press TV, Iran]

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Afghan President Hamid Karzai has blamed "Pakistani extremists" for Tuesday's deadly attacks on Shia mourners in Afghanistan, reports Press TV. Karzai blames the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Jhangvi group for the attacks that killed over 60 people.

Thousands of Pakistani villagers displaced by operations against the Taliban [Al Jazeera, Qatar]

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Syria accepts Arab League's proposal to end crisis, independent human rights probe finds "systematic" torture in Bahrain, thousands of Pakistani villagers displaced by operations against al-Qaeda, and more.

Ex-CIA Station Chief Speaks Out on Pakistan

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:10:00 -0700

Robert Grenier, a former CIA station chief in Islamabad, questions the Pakistani government's ability to handle the growing threat of Islamic militancy in this interview with Express 24/7.

Afghan protestors slam Pakistan rocket attacks [Press TV, Iran]

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0700

Libyan revolutionaries attack key Tripoli gateway, Amnesty International accuses Syria of crimes against humanity, fears of war renewed as independence for South Sudan approaches, and more.

Americans celebrate Osama Bin Laden's death

Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode of Mosaic: Yemen's Saleh refuses to sign Gulf-brokered transition deal, Libyan revolutionaries slam NATO air strikes, Arab world reacts to bin Laden's killing, and more.