Asif Ali Zardari

L to R: Hassan Abbas, Brian Katulis and Ahmed Rashid (on monitor) on Al Jazeera on May 22, 2012.

US, Pakistan Row Over Border Crossing Reveals 'Outstanding Problems' [Video]

Asia Society Senior Advisor Hassan Abbas says the U.S. and Pakistan disagreement over a NATO border crossing reveals an ongoing power struggle in Pakistan between civilian and military leadership. more
Pakistani Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani (C) surrounded by security personnel and lawyers acknowledges the crowd as he leaves the Supreme Court after adjourning the contempt hearing in Islamabad on Jan. 19, 2012. (Aamir Qureshi/AFP/Getty Images)

Explainer: The Political Crisis in Pakistan

The government of Pakistan faces two political scandals, a failing economy, and upcoming elections. February is set to be a tumultuous month. more