LAHORE -- The street leading to Imran Khan's house, near Lahore's famous Canal Road, is barricaded by Punjab police checking documents. Next comes two layers of Khan's own private security detail, sporting shirts of the Special Services Group -- the commando force of the Pakistan army.
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan exudes confidence that his PTI party will overcome opposition from the military and more established political parties to win the next general election, expected in the fall. © Photo by Rahat Dar
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