Why Pakistan declared emergency in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa | Explained
The military-backed government in Pakistan has imposed emergency rule in the Opposition PTI-ruled Province, citing rise in terrorist attacks; the move comes…
According to The Hindu, the military-backed government in Pakistan has imposed emergency rule in the Opposition PTI-ruled Province, citing rise in terrorist attacks; the move comes amid a prolonged stand-off with the party of jailed ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan and a worsening security situation in the Province.
This world story centres on Pakistan. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Opposition PTI-ruled Province, Prime Minister Imran Khan and Province.
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- Pakistan · Asia
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- Opposition PTI-ruled Province, Prime Minister Imran Khan, Province
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