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The article states that U.S. development expert Warren Weinstein and Italian aid worker Giovanni Lo Porto were killed by a U.S. drone strike during a January 2015 attack against a compound operated by the Islamic terrorist group al Qaeda in Pakistan. According to the article, Weinstein and Lo Porto were hostages in the compound. The article states that U.S. president Barack Obama took responsibility for the deaths of the hostages, but that Weinstein's family expressed disillusionment at U.S. and Pakistani approaches to Weinstein's capture and imprisonment.

The article focuses on an increase in Islamist politicians in Pakistan, including Asif Zardari, Nawaz Sharif and Maulana Fazlur Rehman, that have come into prominence in the country and are attempting to control religious extremism and keep peace in the country following the assassination of the country's former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto. The impact the politicians could have on politics in the country following the country's next national election is discussed.

The article reports on the plans of Pakistan's President Pervez Musharraf to use the Muttahida Quami Movement as an ally to help him stay in power in the country. A discussion of the movement's history in Pakistan, including a period in time in which it was hunted by the government's army, which controls Pakistan, is presented. The methods the movement could use to help Musharraf are discussed.

The article reports on knowledge the U.S. government had about emergency rule in Pakistan prior to Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf's November 3, 2007 announcement that he was imposing emergency rule and jailing thousands of his political opponents. The knowledge was given to the U.S. by Musharraf's aides and advisers in meetings in Islamabad, Pakistan.

The article focuses on the impact the decision from Pakistan's President Pervez Musharraf to impose emergency rule, detain opponents, replace judges and place increased restrictions on Pakistan's media will have on the country's military. A discussion of the reasons for the crackdown, and of the impact the decision will have on the country's population, is presented.

The article reports on an increase in entrepreneurs in Pakistan that are creating start up companies in 2007 and the positive impact the increase has had on Pakistan's economy in 2007. A discussion of the impact clashes between militants and security forces and the expected return of former Prime Minster Nawaz Sharif may have on the country's economy and political future is presented.

The article focuses on the work of Asma Jahangir and Hina Jilani, two sisters from Pakistan that are both lawyers who are helping to lead a democratic movement in the country that is causing political problems for Pakistan's President Pervez Musharraf, a key U.S. ally. The movement believes that Musharraf's government has divided the country and has failed to stem a rise of Islamic extremism that threatens the nation's security.

The article reports that the Chinese government-backed 28 billion U.S. dollars infrastructure projects in Pakistan was kickstarted by Chinese President Xi Jinping on April 20, 2015.

The article presents world news briefs that include the resignation of Maryam Nawaz Sharif, daughter of Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, from national politics, and a report from a Latin American safety panel that airborne collisions remain one of the region's top aviation dangers.

The author discusses the awarding of the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize jointly to Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai and Indian children's-rights activist Kailash Satyarthi and expresses the hope that awarding Malala the Peace Prize will serve as a beacon for Pakistani politics.

The article discusses how the Muslim cleric Tahir ul Qadri is working with politician Imran Khan to force Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, Qadri's claim that he is trying to democratize Islam, and the protesters supporting him by living in a camp in Islamabad.

The article discusses the relationship between Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and the Pakistani army, focusing on the army's response to protesters in the capital city Islamabad and mentioning the examples of former Prime Ministers Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey and Mohammed Morsi of Egypt.

The article discusses the Pakistani political opposition figure Imran Khan and his campaign efforts to oust Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.

The article discusses how the government of Pakistan has asked the country's army to protect government buildings from protesters, led by politician Imran Khan and Muslim cleric Tahir ul Qadri, who are calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.

The article discusses protests against Pakistan's government led by former professional cricket player Imran Khan, focusing on the use of the military to boost law enforcement in Islamabad, Pakistan to mediate the protests.

The article reports that Pakistani politician Altaf Hussain was arrested as of June 2014 on suspicion of money laundering from his London, England base and speculates on the effects of his arrest on his foundation Muttahida Qaumi Movement in Karachi, Pakistan.

The article discusses the arrest of Pakistani politician and leader of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement political party Altaf Hussain on June 3, 2014 for suspected money laundering, sparking panic and violent unrest in Karachi by Hussain supporters.

The article states that a Pakistani Taliban-nominated committee and Pakistani government negotiators met to attempt and initiate peace talks, mentioning the committee's conditions for dialogue include demands peace talks take place within limits of the constitution and a cessation of violence.

The article reports on the counterterrorism strategy of the Pakistani government as of August 2013 after Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif took office in June 2013, discussing the country's ambivalence on supporting the U.S. war on terror and its relations with India.

The article discusses the role of family dynasties in Pakistan's politics, with information presented about campaigning by Maryam Nawaz for her father, Nawaz Sharif, a leading candidate for prime minister in the May 2013 elections.

The article discusses the practice among notable politicians from influential clans in Pakistan of repeatedly winning elections while shifting allegiances between different political parties, with information presented about Yousef Ayub Khan, a candidate in the nation's May 2013 elections.

The article discusses participation in Pakistan's May 2013 elections by separatists from the country's Baluchistan province, whose candidates say they have been targeted for violence by more militant separatists as well as by Pakistan's military.

The article discusses the use of live tigers as symbolic props by the PML-N party of former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif during campaigning prior to Pakistan's May 2013 elections, and notes questions about the health of one particular tiger.

The article reports that on May 9, 2013 unknown gunmen in Pakistan kidnapped Ali Haider Gilani, a candidate in the country's May 11, 2013 election and son of former Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani, and observes that the Taliban militant group has said it would attack politicians associated with Pakistan's secular political parties.

The article discusses the campaign leading up to Pakistan's May 11, 2013 parliamentary elections of Imran Khan, head of the country's Tehreek-e-Insaf Party, with information presented about Khan's policy views , his popularity among certain constituents, and injuries he sustained in a May 7, 2013 accident that required hospitalization.

The article discusses Nawaz Sharif, a former Prime Minister of Pakistan who has emerged as a strong candidate to win that country's May 2013 presidential election, with information presented about expectations he won't shy away from confronting the Pakistani military, and what is said to be his embracing of Turkey as a model for Pakistan's politics and economy.

The article reports that a court in Pakistan disqualified former President Pervez Musharraf from running in the country's May 2013 parliamentary elections, and provides information about an April 17, 2013 bomb attack by Taliban militants on an election rally held by the secular Awami National Party.

The article reports on the visit of U.S. Senator John Kerry to Pakistan on May 15, 2011, with a warning that the U.S. may cancel aid if the Pakistani government fails to cooperate in fighting terrorists.

This article discusses the move by Pakistan's government to restore fuel subsidy which could derail the economic reform sanctioned by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

The article reports on the political crisis being experience by Pakistan as of January 2011, that was triggered by the decision of Muttahida Quami Movement political party to join the opposition in protest against an increase in petroleum prices.

The article focuses on a worsening power struggle facing Pakistan as of November 2009. Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has decided to transfer command of the nuclear arsenal to Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani in an attempt to show that he is willing to relinquish some of his powers. According to Punjab chief minister Shabaz Sharif, abolition of the 17th constitutional amendment that shifted the balance of power to the president will be appreciated by the nation. It says the only way to remove Zardari from office is through an impeachment.

The article reports on the prediction of the Pakistani government that the country's fiscal deficit will widen to as much as 4.9% of gross domestic product in the fiscal year 2010, under a budget that outlines heavy government spending to stabilize the slowing economy and raising taxes to secure much-needed revenue. A total of 783.1 billion rupees will be spent by the government in the next fiscal year for economic developments. The government predicts that the economy will grow by 3.3% in the next fiscal year.

The author argues that the war against the Taliban in Pakistan's Swat Valley is part of Pakistan's struggle for modernity. He points out that Pakistani voters have never endorsed religious extremism and this is proven by the victory of modernist and secular parties in the country. He highlights the strength of Pakistan and its capacity to defeat the Taliban and retrieve the Swat valley from the Islamic fundamentalists. He criticizes U.S. President Barack Obama's reticence about the issue.

This article reports on the abandonment by Pakistan's military of a fragile peace agreement with the Taliban in the Swat valley. It states that the move by Pakistan was in response to the attack by Taliban on army convoy. Pakistan forces are battling the Talibans in several areas in the valley. The agreement with the Taliban involves the government allowing the implementation of Sharia law in the area controlled by Taliban in the Swat valley. Pakistan's government has not yet officially scrapped the agreement, as of May 5, 2009.

The article reports on the statement issued by local government officials and residents that Pakistan's Taliban seized control of another district in the country's northwest just 70 miles from the capital after consolidating their hold on the Swat Valley. According to the article, militants have been moving into Buner since the Swat peace deal was signed with the government in February 2009.

The article reports on the protests being held in Pakistan as of March 13, 2009. It states that police authorities tightened security around political leaders as protests continue to exist and there were missiles suspected to have come from the U.S. to bomb a house used by militants. A Pakistani official stated that the U.S. administration is concerned about the political crisis in the country and is asking President Asif Ali Zardari to find ways to end it.

The article reports that Pakistan has formally appealed to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for aid amid the financial crisis and its political problems. The article says that this is an "embarrassment" to the fledgling government of President Asif Ali Zardari. Ashfraque Hasan Khan, a Pakistani finance minister states that the IMF help would make their allies, U.S, China and Saudi Arabia feel "more comfortable" in bringing aid of their own.

The article reports on the worsening economy of Pakistan that has driven away foreign investors and is forcing the affluent class to consider financial and even physical relocation out of the country. BMA Capital Management estimates that as much as $1.5 billion has already been transferred out since April. President Asif Ali Zardari is faced with anger over American strikes but must assure investors that tensions with the U.S. is not serious as to threaten the economy further. Pakistani officials remain optimistic with tax collections exceeding targets.

The article reports that the Pakistan Muslim League (N) withdrew its support of Pakistan's ruling coalition government. Pakistan People's Party (PPP) has been reluctant to restore judges fired by resigned President Pervez Musharraf in 2007. According to former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, leader of PML (N), he had a deal with Asif Asi Zardari, leader of the PPP, that these judges would be reinstated as part of an impeachment agreement against Musharraf. Information on the political consequences of PML's decision is also offered.

The article reports on the rift between the Pakistan Muslim League (PML) and the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) over differences in the restoration of judges who were fired by ousted President Pervez Musharraf. The PML wants all the judges reinstated in return for its support to the PPP in forcing out Musharraf. PML leader Nawaz Sharif claims that he and Asif Ali Zardari, widower of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto and PPP nominee for president, agreed on the reinstatement earlier when they joined forces to oust Musharraf.

This article reports on the move of General Ashfaq Kayani, chief of the Pakistani Army, not to intervene in the political crisis in 2008. Kayani won praise for staying in the background. Retired general Talaat Masood believes the future role of Kayani will be in proportion to the performance of the civilian government.

The article reports that talks among Pakistan's coalition governments broke down on the issue of restoring judges President Pervez Musharraf dismissed in 2007. The two main parties which united to bring impeachment charges against Musharraf are reportedly in disagreement over the judges issue. An analysis is also offered on the impact of rivalry between Asif Ali Zardari and Nawaz Sharif, leaders of the Pakistan People's Party and Pakistan Muslim League, respectively, on domestic and foreign policy issues.

The article reports that Pakistan's benchmark KSE-100 index increased to 4.5% and the rupee's strengthening versus the U.S. dollar after President Pervez Musharraf announced his resignation on August 18, 2008. According to analysts, deteriorating economy could restrict gains in the market. Information on the political and economic scenarios with Musharraf's resignation is offered.

The author considers Pakistan after the resignation of President Pervez Musharraf on August 18, 2008. He says that Musharraf's departure is an act of statesmanship, sparing Pakistan of further political turmoil. He claims that there will be tensions between the two main political parties, the Pakistan People's Party of the assassinated Benazir Bhutto and the Muslim League-N of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. He cites the jihad terrorist enclaves in the Northwest Frontier as a threat to the country.

The author considers the resignation of Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf on August 18, 2008. He asks if the civilian coalition government can consolidate the shaky democracy. He argues that the coalition of the two main democratic parties, Pakistan People's Party and Pakistan Muslin League-N, has done poorly, especially in dealing with Muslim insurgency. He proposes that the new government should prioritize its war on terror before it can rebuild its democratic institutions.

The article reports on how the protests of lawyers of Pakistan that begun in March 2007 have borne fruit. According to Aitzaz Ahsan, president of the Supreme Court Bar Association, it was a great day for Pakistan when President Pervez Musharraf resigned on August 18, 2008. The lawyers movement began when Musharraf declared emergency rule in 2007 and removed the chief justice, Iftikhar Mohammed Chaudry, and other justices he considered unfriendly.

The article reports on the impact of the resignation of Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf. According to U.S. officials, American influence over Pakistan's civilian government is lessening, citing the power of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif who has had differences with U.S. policy makers in the past. Information on the U.S. -Pakistan counter terrorism operations are offered, including Washington's response to Musharraf's resignation.

The article reports on the fight for the impeachment of Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf. On August 17, 2008, the country's coalition government asked Musharraf to resign. It is reported that Musharraf is does not plan to resign. Information on political analysts' views of the political infighting are offered in Pakistan is offered.

The article reports that Pakistan's parliament is preparing to take up the impeachment of President Pervez Musharraf in August 2008. A government task force finalized charges of impeachment against Musharraf on August 15, which alleges misconduct in office over the dismissal of Supreme Court judges in 2007. Musharaff's camp is negotiating to allow him to resign from office rather than be impeached, in exchange for immunity from prosecution. Musharaff has indicated that he will fight the impeachment.

The article reports that lawmakers in Islamabad have passed a resolution demanding to oust Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf. A day before that, legislators in the province of Punjab passed a resolution of the same nature and the former allies of Musharraf joined the call for his resignation. Other provinces like Sindh and Baluchistan are expected to pass similar resolutions soon.