Military solution: army crackdown could further alienate Sindh

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A military crackdown has been imposed in Sindh province in Pakistan in response to general lawlessness, part of which is blamed on terrorists with connections in India. The military has agreed to abide by Article 147 of the constitution which preserves civilian supremacy. Reactions of civilians and opposition leaders were less hostile than expected, perhaps in anticipation of restoration of law and order in the troubled province. Nevertheless, fears were raised that the military could ask for martial law powers under Article 245.

Military policy, Sharif, Nawaz, Kan, Ishaq

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Mayhem in Sindh

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Military movements in Pakistan's Sindh region is resulting in popular opposition. On Jun 7, 1992, an official report of an armed confrontation in the Sindh area was met with disbelief and protests since the civilians involved were actually supporters of two widows involved in a land dispute with their manager. The supporters had been arrested by soldiers on Jun 5, 1992. The pervading public distrust of the military was aggravated when the manager involved in the dispute also died while in military custody.

Social aspects, Military aspects, Hyderabad, India, Sindhis

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The facade cracks: Army's intervention in Sindh threatens political split

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The massacre of farmers in the province of Sindh in Pakistan as a result of an army crackdown on criminals has caused grave tension between the military and the party in power. The Islamic Democratic Alliance has deplored the untoward incident and have openly criticized the army. Oppositionists predict a military takeover although many discount the possibility because of the fear of international censure and enmity.

Massacres, Pakistan, Civil-military relations

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