insert_link World Pakistan clamps down on protests Pakistan's government is clamping down on mass demonstrations, a day former Prime Minister Imran Khan's party said it would hold a public protest in the capital city of Islamabad this week. Khan's supporters and party leaders held several demonstrations last month, demanding he be released from jail. todayOctober 2, 2024 27
insert_link World Shahbaz Sharif named Pakistan’s new Prime Minister Pakistan has a new Prime Minister, after last month's election. Lawmakers have chosen Shahbaz Sharif for a second term as the Prime Minister ending political instability in the country. Hira Mustafa has more from Islamabad. todayMarch 4, 2024 5
insert_link World Pakistan blocks internet access on polling day As Pakistan votes to elect a new government today, internet services have been suspended across the country due to 'heightened security concerns'. Pakistan's poll body claims the Election Commission did not instruct the government to cut off internet services. Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad. todayFebruary 8, 2024 21
insert_link World Security concerns rise in Pakistan ahead of election 10 Police officers have been killed and 6 injured in a terrorist attack on a police station in northern Pakistan. It's raised fears for the safety of the upcoming election later this week. Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad. todayFebruary 5, 2024 23