The date 5 July 1977 occupies a unique and painful place in Pakistan’s political history. On this day, the elected government of Prime Minister was overthrown in a military coup led by . The event marked the beginning of more than a decade of military rule, political repression, constitutional manipulation, and deep polarization that continues to shape Pakistan’s political landscape. For the (PPP), 5 July has always been observed as a “Black Da…
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