Fighting India Helps Revive the Pakistani Military’s Popularity

As Pakistan declares victory, confidence in the troubled country’s state institutions is re-emerging, at least for now.

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Pakistan’s Leaders May Talk Tough, but War With India Is the Last Thing Pakistanis Want

For many across the country, economic struggles, political malaise and the fear of armed conflict with India now feel like parts of the same burden.

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Pakistan Needs Support Fighting Terrorism. A Happy Trump Could Help.

The president’s praise of the Pakistani government for its role in capturing a “top terrorist” signaled a possible strengthening of counterterrorism ties.

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In Pakistan, Imran Khan’s Followers Are Counting on Trump to Free Him

A Trump ally has called on Pakistan to release the former prime minister from prison, inspiring fervent hope among his supporters.

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Protesters Supporting Pakistani Ex-Leader Are Dispersed in Crackdown

Thousands of demonstrators seeking the release of Imran Khan, the jailed ex-prime minister, fled the capital.

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Pakistan’s Capital Is Turned Upside Down by Unending Protests

Residents of Islamabad are tiring of regular demonstrations demanding the release of the former prime minister Imran Khan, with the marches leading to clashes with security forces.

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