Pakistan on edge on first anniversary of May 9 mayhem

On the first anniversary of violent protests led by supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan in Pakistan, tension grips the nation. Last year's chaos on May 9 saw Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party followers vandalizing military installations and government buildings. PTI alleges the violence was a "false flag operation" orchestrated by its opponents. Despite crackdowns, PTI plans peaceful protests this year. President Zardari condemned last year's violence, calling for responsible exercise of democratic rights and accountability for those involved in the unrest. Read The Rest at :