Fall Out Power, Intrigue and Political Upheaval in Pakistan Book by Salman Masood

Fall Out: Power, Intrigue, and Political Upheaval in Pakistan by Salman Masood is an insightful and gripping analysis of Pakistan’s ever-evolving political landscape. This book delves deep into the power struggles, shifting alliances, and behind-the-scenes maneuvering that have shaped the country’s recent history.

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Contents

Khan Gauntlet
A general State of Dysfunction
PML-N Govt Running Out of Fuel and Ideas
The Politics of Vanity
Dawn Leaks: Who's who list
The Message

This book 'Fall Out ,' charts Imran Khan Journey from a combative opposition leader to the office of the prime Minister, with a crucial element of this commentary being the exploration of the complex relationship between Imran Khan and the Pakistani military and their subsequent falling out. Imran Khan political showdown since his removal from office after a 2022 parliament vote of no confidence is still ongoing.

The book comprises three section each based on my opinion and news analysis pieces published in the Pakistan press from 2014 to 2023. Certain pieces featured in  the book were published in the nation newspaper opinion section while others were placed in a column called ' The Periscope' on either the front or back page. "The Periscope' comprised news analysis articles aimed at forecasting and offering political insights. These have been further edited and updated for clarity and analyze the motives impacts and undercurrents that have shaped Pakistan trajectory during these turbulent years.

The chronological order of events shows how crises steadily escalated during the initial periods of both Nawaz and Imran government and eventually led to their removal from Power.