Problems persist in Pakistani politics

ISLAMABAD: The much-touted power-sharing deal between Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf and former Premier Benazir Bhutto has collapsed over her demand that prime ministers must be allowed a third term, a minister considered close to the General has said.

"It is finished. The President said 'no'. If you insist, there are very thin chances of salvaging it - just 1 or 2 per cent," Railways Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmad was quoted by 'Dawn' on Saturday as saying.
(Times of India)

Musharraf either needs to work a compromise or tighten his (death?)grip on power. Strong-arming his way to re-election won't make him more popular. The U.S. government isn't likely to be pleased, either.