The explosion of anti-French sentiment in Pakistan

Pakistan has experienced weeks of violent protests that began on the 12th after the arrest of TLP leader Saad Rizvi for issuing an ultimatum to the government to expel the French ambassador and cut diplomatic relations with France. Thousands of TLP leaders blocked roads across the country and paralyzed activity in many places, while clashing with police, causing several deaths and numerous injuries. The TLP was founded in 2015 by Khadim Hussain Rizvi, father of the current leader. Its main argument is to protect Islam and condemn blasphemy against the religion. It also advocates the imposition of Sharia law in…