Imran Khan ultimatum looms as Pakistan pushes for IMF deal

Experts say PM Sharif's longevity hinges on showing army he can stabilize economy

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Ousted Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, left, continues to apply pressure on his replacement, Shehbaz Sharif. (Source photos by Press Information Department and Reuters) 

MIFRAH HAQ, Contributing writer

KARACHI -- An ultimatum from former Prime Minister Imran Khan to call fresh elections this week is hanging over Pakistan's coalition government as it works to secure a $900 million loan tranche from the International Monetary Fund and shore up critically low foreign reserves.

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