Pakistan, May 9 -- On the first anniversary of the May 9 riots, President Asif Ali Zardari described the event as a grievous moment in the nation's history, casting a shadow over its reputation. He condemned the riots, attributing them to political motivations aimed at challenging the state's authority, undermining the rule of law, and destabilizing institutions.

These remarks reference the violent unrest that erupted following the arrest of Imran Khan, the founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, in a high-profile settlement case. Hundreds of protesters, incited by political fervor, rampaged through military and government installations nationwide, including Jinnah House and the General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi. The ...