Former Pakistani president and military ruler Pervez Musharraf died in Dubai on Sunday after a long illness, his family confirmed to the German news agency. Musharraf was 79 years old.
In 2018, Musharraf was diagnosed with the chronic metabolic disease amyloidosis. According to his family, he has been ventilated since last year.
The ex-general ruled Pakistan from 1999 to 2008 after his coup against Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. He has been living in the United Arab Emirates since 2016 after being allowed to leave Pakistan for medical reasons. In 2019, he was sentenced to death in absentia for high treason. However, in 2020, his conviction was overturned.
Generals have ruled Pakistan for nearly half of its existence since independence in 1947. (sda/dpa)
Soource :Watson
I am Amelia James, a passionate journalist with a deep-rooted interest in current affairs. I have more than five years of experience in the media industry, working both as an author and editor for 24 Instant News. My main focus lies in international news, particularly regional conflicts and political issues around the world.
