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<h1>Pakistan Bans Hard-Line Islamist Party Following Violent Clashes</h1>
<p>ISLAMABAD — A hard-line Islamist party in Pakistan was banned on Thursday, just over a week after violent confrontations with police resulted in multiple fatalities.</p>
<p>The ban comes in the aftermath of a protest march organized by Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) that originated in Lahore and moved towards the capital, Islamabad. The demonstration escalated into intense clashes between TLP supporters and law enforcement in Lahore and Murdike, prompting the government to act against the group known for its history of violence.</p>
<p>According to a statement from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s office, the ban was unanimously approved by the federal cabinet due to the party’s "violent and terrorist activities." This action reflects the complex relationship between the Pakistani government and the TLP, which has gained significant grassroots support for its extreme perspectives, particularly regarding blasphemy.</p>
<p>Pakistan's blasphemy laws threaten severe penalties, potentially leading to the death sentence for those accused of insulting Islam. The TLP has called for these severe punishments, and reports from human rights organizations indicate that its supporters have engaged in lynchings prior to any judicial proceedings. Recently, there has been an alarming increase in blasphemy allegations in Pakistan, correlating with the TLP's growing influence.</p>
<p>Founded by a vehement cleric, the TLP emerged as a political party in 2017. Its ideology gained traction following the assassination of Salman Taseer, the governor of Punjab, who opposed the blasphemy laws. Taseer’s killer, hailed as a hero by some, helped solidify TLP's popularity, especially within Punjab.</p>
<p>The ban was initiated by the Punjab government following the protests. Authorities also conducted raids on the residence of TLP leader Saad Rizvi, sealing associated mosques and seminaries. Additionally, some affiliates of the party are now facing anti-terrorism charges.</p>
<p>"This is not about religion or politics; they exploit religion to sow chaos and seek power over dead bodies," stated Azma Bokhari, Punjab’s information minister, in a recent interview. The TLP held the protests to express solidarity with Palestinians amidst the U.S.-mediated ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, prompting the government to enhance security and limit access to the capital in anticipation of further unrest.</p>
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