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Pakistan's Musharraf avoids treason charge by caretaker government

The caretaker government in Pakistan has said it will not put former military ruler Pervez Musharraf on trial for high treason. The government said such a move exceeded its mandate and a decision should be taken by the winner of next month's polls.

 

Facing Arrest, Musharraf Flees Courtroom in Pakistan

The former military ruler of Pakistan, Pervez Musharraf, fled a courtroom on Thursday, making a dramatic escape after a judge revoked his bail over a case dating to his years in power.

 

Musharraf Is Disqualified From Pakistani Elections

A Pakistani court disqualified the country’s one-time military leader and president Pervez Musharraf from taking part in coming national elections on Tuesday, dashing his hopes of rejoining Pakistani politics.

 

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