Always favoring a non-confrontational approach, perhaps his release is somewhat contingent on how well he is able to convince divergent forces within the party to tow the same line. A month ago, the PML-N and PPP parted ways, essentially cutting out the legs from underneath the grand opposition alliance PDM, due to differences over the methods that should be used to remove PM Khan from office and send his government packing. That the PML-N has all but abandoned that goal overnight is a kick in the gut for all those who were rooting for the unity and survival of the PDM. Had this change of heart come along earlier, the alliance would probably still be intact. Going by these recent developments, the PML-N and its firebrand leader will adopt a much more lukewarm demeanor with a new face heading the party.

Source: Pakistan Today April 26, 2021 17:03 UTC