The recent arrest of Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan has only added to the already dire situation. In response, supporters of his political party PTI targeted the army and even attempted to storm the Army Headquarters in Rawalpindi.

But we’ve often heard that Pakistan’s economy remains in turmoil. So why hasn’t this sentiment against the Army developed earlier in Pakistan?

And several key commanders are believed to have advised General Asim against a showdown with Imran Khan. why is it that a faction within the army counsel against confronting Imran Khan?

And with what has ensued, what’s next for Imran Khan?