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India and Pakistan, both nuclear states, have long been on the brink of major conflict. While both sides have made strides towards peace, violence and terrorism continue to be waged by extremists. As this video demonstrates, many ordinary Pakistanis feel that in order to feel patriotic, they must also oppose India.India and Pakistan, both nuclear states, have long been on the brink of major... more
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Musharraf is continuing to tighten his grip on Pakistan as he arrests those who dissent. He insists there is no martial law and that the constitution is in fact being defended. It seems that the average Pakistani disagrees. Do you think Musharraf is defending the Pakistani Constitution? Musharraf is continuing to tighten his grip on Pakistan as he arrests those who... more
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Since the return of Bhutto after her self-imposed exile and the controversial presidential election of Musharraf (opposition parties contest that he cannot be military chief and president), Pakistan has been plummeted onto the forefront of international news.
The situation continues to deteriorate. The Constitution has been suspended, the Chief Justice (of the Supreme Court which was to decide the legality of the 2007 presidential elections and Musharraf's bid) has been removed, and 1,500 have been arrested.Since the return of Bhutto after her self-imposed exile and the controversial... more
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With the state of emergency in Pakistan and the suspended constitution, former prime minister Bhutto states that her re-election to Parliament after an 8-year exile may have a 2 year delay. The current situation places the future of democratic elections in jeopardy. The 2008 U.S. Presidential elections will create a delay in U.S. pressure for a return to democracy and the situation could escalate.With the state of emergency in Pakistan and the suspended constitution, former prime... more
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Pakistan's president Pervez Musharraf imposed emergency rule last night, plunging the nuclear power into crisis and triggering condemnation from leaders around the world. The action to reassert his flagging authority was, he said, a response to Islamic militancy and to the 'paralysis of government by judicial interference'. He said that his country's sovereignty was at stake. Do you think military rule is justified?Pakistan's president Pervez Musharraf imposed emergency rule last night, plunging... more
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A suicide bomber blew up a bus, killing 8 and wounding many more, while government security forces clashed with pro-Taliban militants, killing 60 rebels.A suicide bomber blew up a bus, killing 8 and wounding many more, while government... more
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Former Pakistan Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto ends eight years of self-exile, returning to Karachi where more than 200,000 supporters pour onto the streets to welcome her home. Two car bombs detonated during the arrival, leaving more than 100 dead and many injured.Former Pakistan Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto ends eight years of self-exile,... more
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Twin bombs targeting former Pakistan prime minister Benazir Bhutto killed at least 105 people on Thursday just hours after her emotional return to the country brought an end to eight years in exile.
Bhutto was unhurt, narrowly escaping with her life as the blasts ripped through the police escort of her homecoming parade through the streets of Karachi, which were thronged with hundreds of thousands of her supporters.
Hospital officials said there were also around 200 people injured in the blasts, which were believed to have been carried out by suicide bombers, and 20 policemen were said to be among the dead.Twin bombs targeting former Pakistan prime minister Benazir Bhutto killed at least 105... more
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Reportedly 100,000 people turned out to watch Benizar Bhutto as she traveled through the streets of her hometown of Karachi. Bhutto was returning from self-imposed exhile... Reportedly 100,000 people turned out to watch Benizar Bhutto as she traveled through... more
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Pakistan's former Prime Minister has returned to the country after eight years in exile and long negotiations with President General Pervez Musharraf, who seized power in a 1999 coup.
Moments after landing she said: "I am very excited, very happy and very proud. We have to have democracy in Pakistan."
Great news but here's hoping the situation starts to improve over there.Pakistan's former Prime Minister has returned to the country after eight years in... more
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Shi'ite Muslims in Pakistan observe Ashura, a day of mourning, by beating themselves with chains until they draw blood.Shi'ite Muslims in Pakistan observe Ashura, a day of mourning, by beating... more
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Pakistan, America's ally in the War on Terror, is key to finding Osama bin Laden. But most suspect that bin Laden and other al-Qaeda leaders are finding refuge in Pakistan's Northwest Frontier Province, an area no foreign power has ever been able to conquer.Pakistan, America's ally in the War on Terror, is key to finding Osama bin Laden.... more
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A 'helping hand' is given to a victim of the 2005 earthquake that devastated Pakistan.A 'helping hand' is given to a victim of the 2005 earthquake that devastated... more
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Pakistan's teeming cities and crowded mosques are the image we most often associate with the country. But the majority of Pakistanis live rural, traditional lives. Adam Yamaguchi visits the countryside to see how life has remained unchanged for some.Pakistan's teeming cities and crowded mosques are the image we most often... more
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Much of Pakistan's national identity is based not on Pakistan itself, but in its feud with its neighbor India. Adam Yamaguchi travels to Pakistan to explore the relationship between the two countries.Much of Pakistan's national identity is based not on Pakistan itself, but in its... more
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A film about the diminishing freedom of Pakistani journalists...
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Investigating the thousands of people in Pakistan who have gone missing in recent years and who are thought to be in the custody of intelligence agencies.Investigating the thousands of people in Pakistan who have gone missing in recent... more
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Amina's husband is a victim of enforced disappearance in Pakistan, and we follow her and her family as they battle to find out where he is...Amina's husband is a victim of enforced disappearance in Pakistan, and we follow... more
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According to President Bush, victory in the war on terror can only be achieved by winning hearts and minds of the world's 1.5 billion Muslims. How is the U.S. doing in Pakistan? Current's Adam Yamaguchi goes to find out.According to President Bush, victory in the war on terror can only be achieved by... more
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