The political situation in Pakistan is becoming increasingly chaotic and complicated, with political leaders unwilling to work together to address the country’s multiple crises. The dissolution of the Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa assemblies has heightened the political confrontation between the government and opposition. The ruling alliance has resisted calls for early general elections, but is facing constitutional obligations to hold elections for the provincial assemblies in the next 90 days. The delay in fixing a date is being attributed to the ruling PML-N party’s reluctance to hold elections, fearing it would give advantage to the opposition leader Imran Khan. This reluctance is leading to legal challenges, and the situation is likely to become even more complicated if the elections are postponed. The upcoming by-elections to 33 National Assembly seats in March are also adding to the confusion. The political turmoil, power struggles, and appeals to courts are taking place at a time when the country is facing serious security and financial challenges, which portends a troubled outlook for the future.