Former Imran Minister Shehzad Akbar Attacked in London; Blames Pak Army Chief Munir

• Shehzad Akbar, former minister in Imran Khan's government, was attacked in London, suffering a fractured face and hospitalization.
• The attack is suspected to be orchestrated by Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir, whom Akbar has consistently criticized.
• Akbar recently called Munir a 'coward' and claimed he wears a bulletproof jacket even while sleeping, leading to threats.
• He accused Munir of using fear tactics in Pakistan and failing, also highlighting Munir's fear of overseas Pakistanis' voices reaching the IMF and World Bank.
• Pakistan is reportedly attempting to extradite Akbar from London, even proposing an exchange of British-Pakistani criminals for him and former military officer Adil Raja.

Why It Matters: Attack on Shehzad Akbar in London highlights escalating tensions between Pakistani ex-officials and military.