KARACHI, Pakistan Pakistan celebrated its 78th independence day on Wednesday amid a lingering political crisis that has taken a toll on its already struggling economy. Rallies, fireworks and flag-hoisting and changing of the guard ceremonies were held across the country to mark the day. President Asif Ali Zardari hoisted the national flag at a ceremony at the President’s House in the capital, Islamabad. The main ceremony was held at the Pakistan Monument in the capital, where Prime Minister

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