Political Killings And Assassinations Hit Pakistan

Men shout slogans during a protest rally on the streets of Karachi. Several thousands protested against paramilitary and police search operation after a spate of violence in the city. Reuters Photo

Wave of Political Killings Hits Southern Pakistan -- New York Times/AP

KARACHI, Pakistan (AP) -- Dozens of people have been killed in Pakistan's largest city including four found Sunday -- three of them headless -- in a wave of targeted attacks among rival political groups that some say is aimed at destabilizing the country's ruling coalition.

Political violence is common in Karachi, but the shootings and decapitations since Jan. 1 have terrorized parts of this teeming southern metropolis, prompting the government to send in paramilitary forces to restore order.

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More News On Political Killings In Pakistan

More political killings in Karachi -- BBC
Political violence sparks protest in Karachi -- DAWN
10 more killed, death toll hits 38: No respite in violence -- Daily Times
Three Days of Violence in Karachi Kill 35 -- Voice of America
Pakistani party says won't quit after violence vow -- Reuters

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