Oversized army

Pakistan is also struggling to contain attacks by militant and separatist groups. The extremist group Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has intensified its insurgency against Islamabad in recent years, carrying out deadly attacks in major cities. On May 12, two Pakistani soldiers were killed and three wounded when suspected militants attacked a security post in the troubled southwestern province of Balochistan, underscoring the deteriorating security situation. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had to call in the army to restore order.

Pakistan's army, which plays an outsized role in the country's domestic and foreign policy, had issued a warning on May 11, saying it would take action against those who wanted to push the country into a "civil war" Since Khan lost a vote to reject a conference in April 2022, he has called for early elections, which the incumbent government has rejected. The 70-year-old was ousted after falling out with the military, which was widely accused of putting Khan in power through a rigged parliamentary election in 2018, a charge denied by both parties.

Observers say the army has since rallied behind Sharif and his coalition government, which includes representatives of the main political parties. Sharif is known as an effective administrator and pragmatist and maintains friendly relations with the military.

Senior government officials have accused the judiciary of siding with Khan, who still enjoys strong support in the country. "All institutions are divided, and divided institutions will weaken Pakistan," There is an imminent danger of collapse due to the foreseeable political instability caused by invalidation.

There has been speculation that the military may impose martial law. In the country's 76-year history, the army has already carried out three coups. Even during civilian rule, the military has often assumed the role of ruler. However, according to observers, the current army chief, General Asim Munir, is unlikely to impose military law given the disunity within the institution

Some members of the military are believed to support Khan.

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