Pakistan’s military-backed government has seized administrative control of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, a key province previously ruled by former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, following a prolonged political standoff. The move marks a significant escalation in the power struggle between Khan’s supporters and the ruling coalition, raising concerns over democratic stability and the future of opposition parties. Legal and constitutional experts are now assessing whether the takeover violates electoral processes, while PTI leaders have vowed resistance, setting the stage for potential unrest. Analysts warn the decision could deepen political polarization and undermine public trust in Pakistan’s institutions.
Pakistan has taken control of a province governed by Imran Khan’s PTI. Here's what the move means and what happens next.
