The late Pakistani general who led the 1977 coup

Journalist Zahid Hussain reflects on the complex legacy of the late General Faiz Ali Chishti (1927-2024), a key figure in Pakistan's 1977 military coup.

From commanding the pivotal Rawalpindi Corps to his eventual split with General Zia ul Haq, Hussain provides nuanced insights into General Chishti's role in one of Pakistan's most significant and most controversial political transitions.

An examination of a controversial period in Pakistan's history following General Chishti's recent passing.