Assassination of Benazir Bhutto

Benazir Bhutto, a former Prime Minister of Pakistan and the first woman to head a democratic government in a majority Muslim nation, was assassinated on December 27, 2007. She was campaigning for re-election when a suicide bomber attacked her convoy, followed by gunfire. The incident, which occurred in Rawalpindi, resulted in her death and raised concerns about terrorism and political instability in Pakistan. Her assassination sparked international outrage and led to widespread protests. Various groups were blamed, including extremists and political rivals, but the full circumstances remain controversial and unresolved. Bhutto's legacy continues to influence Pakistani politics.