Topic: Lahore

Pakistan weak as militancy surges

Government strategy has been ineffective, and officials are preoccupied with bid to oust Musharraf.

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Pressure builds on Pakistan's Musharraf

The ruling coalition has vowed to move forward with an impeachment process against the president. Even some of the unpopular leader's allies are urging him to quit.

Inflation adds to Pakistan's troubles

Rising prices and a falling stock market have sparked protests in recent weeks, increasing the pressure on a government already facing militancy, political discord.

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Pakistan's new leaders face tough issues

Will parliament oust President Musharraf and negotiate with the Taliban? Legislators convened Monday for the first time.

Pakistan restaurant attack targets Westerners

The Islamabad attack injured four FBI agents and could signal a shift in tactics.

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Bhutto's party meets to nominate next prime minister of Pakistan

With leadership still in limbo, parliament plans to convene later this month.

String of suicide bombings unsettles Pakistan

The latest, at a naval college in Lahore Tuesday, was the fourth in five days.

After Pakistan election, Musharraf has few good options

Pakistan's president lost his final base of support in Monday's parliamentary election.

Pakistanis reject Musharraf rule, embrace new direction

The opposition wins by a landslide in a surprisingly smooth election, as Musharraf allies concede defeat.

Pakistan: No bombs, but plenty of tension as polls close for counting

Election observers have reported few instances of fraud, a key concern as officials begin tallying results.

Bhutto's legacy propels Pakistan People's Party ahead of election

Her party is expected to do well in Feb. 18 parliamentary polls, analysts say.

Pakistan's political future? It's all in the family.

Three political clans introduce the next generation of leaders.

Pakistan: Musharraf allies' election prospects fade

Many cite economic woes as campaigning for the Feb. 18 election picks up Friday.

Reporters on the Job

Pakistan's Taliban offers truce, Army demurs

Militants in the country's tribal belt seem to be maneuvering for time and space, analysts say.

Musharraf successor Kayani boosts Pakistan Army's image

His changes push officers to focus on eradicating terrorism, rather than on politics or securing perks.

Terror threat hitting home in Pakistan

Attacks aren't just a US concern, more Pakistanis say.

US military: Taliban spring offensive unlikely in Afghanistan

Concerns grow over inadequate US military intelligence about Taliban and Al Qaeda militants in Pakistan

Pakistan: push for polls despite suicide bombing

An attack in Lahore, the first since Bhutto's assassination, raises fresh worries about security for Feb. 18 elections.

A mother's love tangled by war

A Bangladeshi widow will do anything for her rebel children.

'A Golden Age' tells of a mother's love tangled by war

A Bangladeshi widow will do anything for her rebel children.