Adviser's Resignation Adds to Afghan Gov't Woes
As major political factions and strongmen unite in a broad coalition to challenge Afghan President Ashraf Ghani in the elections, the resignation of key confidante Hanif Atmar adds to Kabul's challenges as it reels from bold Taliban attacks and threats from the Islamic State (IS) militants.
Pakistani Military, Pashtun Protesters Disagree Over What Ended Waziristan Protest
Waziristan protestors say that while authorities have accepted to investigate whether security shot dead a protestor and injured several more in the northwestern North Waziristan tribal district last week, a top military spokesman said such a probe will only "ascertain facts" and the security forces hadn't killed or injured anyone in the restive region.
Afghan President Declines Resignations Of Top Security Officials
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani has rejected the resignations of three senior security officials in his cabinet, after the country's national security adviser stepped down and was replaced, his office says.
Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's Cabinet Sworn In
Pakistan's 21-member cabinet has been sworn in, a day after newly elected Prime Minister Imran Khan vowed in a televised speech that his government would cut spending, end corruption, and repatriate public funds.
Khan Vows Reforms, End Of Corruption In First Address As Pakistan Prime Minister
Imran Khan has vowed to slash government spending and wipe out corruption as he spoke to the Pakistani public for the first time since being sworn in as prime minister.
Khan Unveils Key Ministers After Taking Pakistani Premier's Office
Former cricket star Imran Khan has announced his key cabinet picks after he was sworn in as Pakistan's prime minister following his party's controversial election victory last month.
Imran Khan Sworn In As Pakistan's Premier
Former cricket star Imran Khan has been sworn in as Pakistan's prime minister after his party's controversial election victory last month.
Afghan Electoral Body Seeks To Bar 35 Candidates Over Alleged Ties To Armed Groups
Afghanistan's top electoral body has recommended barring 35 candidates from running in the upcoming parliamentary polls after it alleged they had links to armed groups.
Pakistani Opposition Rallies Over 'Rigged' Elections
Supporters of Pakistan's opposition political parties have rallied to protest what they claim were fraud and voting irregularities in last month's national elections, directly blaming the country's powerful military.
How A Phone App And A Database Served Up Khan's Pakistan Poll Win
Pakistan Tehreek-e Insaf (PTI) party used the database and the associated app represents a sea change in the antiquated way in which Pakistan's biggest parties conduct elections, from pre-poll targeting of voters to on-the-day mobilization of supporters.
Afghanistan Heading For Spring Presidential Polls, Ponders Postponing District Council Elections
Afghanistan is planning to hold a presidential election next spring as it postpones district council elections scheduled for October.
Pakistan's Majority Party Faces First Political Test
Days after emerging as the majority party in the central parliament, winning a smaller province and ending up a close runner-up in Pakistan's largest province, the PTI is grappling with the fundamental realities of Pakistani politics.