Pakistan's democracy on the brink: Will Asim Munir's promotion to Field Marshal trigger another military coup?

Pakistan's Army Chief General Asim Munir's promotion to Field Marshal has fueled speculation among experts about a rising tilt toward military dominance in the country. Analysts believe that following the Indian Army’s Operation Sindoor, the Pakistani military appears to be tightening its grip on the civilian government under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. In a move echoing Pakistan's authoritarian past, Munir has been promoted to the rank of Field Marshal, effectively placing him above the country's judiciary and political framework. Becoming a Field Marshal in Pakistan doesn't just mean an honorary promotion — it means being legally untouchable. No court in Pakistan can prosecute a Field Marshal.

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