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Pakistan’s Wasteland: The Bhutto Backyard

Naween Mangi / Truthdig Mar 15, 2018 For three generations, the Pakistani political dynasty has promised to improve living conditions, but residents of the Bhuttos' ancestral village still struggle in poverty. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )

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Pakistan’s Wasteland: The Bhutto Backyard

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Musharraf Facing Treason Trial in Pakistan (Video)

Staff / Truthdig Nov 17, 2013 Pervez Musharraf’s political trajectory has taken a sharp plunge, as Pakistan’s former president now finds himself on the wrong side of the law in his home country. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Pakistani Politician Ends Bid to Change Blasphemy Laws

Staff / Truthdig Feb 4, 2011 Pakistani parliament member Sherry Rehman is the latest politician to contest the country's controversial blasphemy law in a move that has led to threats on her life, but her efforts have been thwarted by Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani . Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Impeachment Threat Looms for Musharraf

Staff / Truthdig Aug 8, 2008 For several months, Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf's political fate has hung in the balance, as last year's state-of-emergency ordeal made all too clear. Now, the situation in Pakistan is becoming critical, with Musharraf's opponents calling for his impeachment. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )