Pakistan’s army vowed to avoid politics. Now it’s back in the middle.
Days after former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s sudden arrest unleashed a firestorm of anger and plunged several cities into chaos, Pakistan may have a chance to catch its breath.
In an unexpected decision Friday, the Islamabad High Court granted Mr. Khan bail and barred his arrest in other registered cases until after the weekend. This comes after supporters took to the streets in a series of violent protests that have targeted both government buildings and military property.
The demonstrations have led to at least eight deaths and thousands of arrests, with some detainees being held illegally without
