Yahya Khan
Yahya Khan was a Pakistani military leader and politician who served as the President of Pakistan from 1969 to 1971. His regime was marked by martial law and significant political turmoil, ultimately leading to the secession of East Pakistan and the creation of Bangladesh in 1971. Khan's rule is often cited as a pivotal moment in Pakistan's history, illustrating the challenges of military governance and ethnic nationalism.
Born on Feb 04, 1917 (109 years old)
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Bangladesh:
Yahya Khan expressed his readiness for a ceasefire in response to inquiries from the US ambassador.
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Bangladesh:
Yahya Khan is mentioned as a key decision-maker during the events of the Liberation War.
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Bangladesh:
There are rumors that President Yahya approved the plan for surrender the night before.
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Bangladesh:
Yahya Khan is referenced in relation to the legal basis for the national charter established in 1970.
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Pakistan:
Yahya Khan met with President Richard Nixon in 1970.
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Pakistan:
Gen Yahya Khan's martial law was declared illegal by the court after he stepped down.
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Pakistan:
Yahya Khan is mentioned in the context of failing to understand the consequences of seizing power from Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
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Pakistan:
Yahya Khan won a gold medal in the U-17 plate event.
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Pakistan:
Yahya Khan fell short in a five-game battle against Malaysia’s Ivan C.J.Y.
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Sri Lanka:
Yahya Khan was the President of Pakistan during the 1971 war.
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