
The Assassination
BBC World Service
The award-winning inside story. An investigation into the death of Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto. Includes interviews with those accused of her murder.
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Episode 9: The Other Dead
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02/21/18 • 28 min
A trail of bodies leads deeper into the conspiracy. “Someone doesn’t want us to connect the dots.” With Owen Bennett-Jones.

Episode 10: Dead Ends
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02/28/18 • 39 min
“I laugh at it.” The accused speaks in the series finale. With Owen Bennett-Jones.

Episode 1: Return of the Queen
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12/27/17 • 17 min
"Her days were numbered." Introducing Benazir Bhutto and the story of her final journey home. Eight years of self-imposed exile ended when she returned to Pakistan to campaign for high office. Pakistani politics have long been lethal and Bhutto was in no doubt about the danger she faced. With Owen Bennett-Jones.

Episode 8: The Assassin’s Journey
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02/14/18 • 28 min
The nasty, brutish and short life of Benazir’s killer - confidential police files reveal investigators weren’t interested. With Owen Bennett-Jones.

Episode 7: The Funeral
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02/07/18 • 31 min
Benazir speaks from the grave to lay blame for her murder. Riots mar the burial as the struggle to control the investigation begins. And her handwritten will reveals an unexpected successor. With Owen Bennett-Jones.

Episode 6: The Murder
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01/31/18 • 21 min
A final warning and the final day. “I felt there was a fire. Then, there was a blast”. An emotional and forensic account of Benazir’s last hours. With Owen Bennett-Jones.

Episode 5: Near Misses
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01/24/18 • 22 min
"Suicide bombers got through the security check. What should we do?" Plots, house arrest, appeals for help; time is running out for Benazir Bhutto. Including contributions from her close friend, Victoria Schofield and reporter Ron Suskind. With Owen Bennett-Jones.

Episode 4: The Karachi Files
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01/17/18 • 34 min
Secret reports, an arrest and “hidden hands” – why the official investigation into the Karachi attack on Benazir Bhutto failed. Owen Bennett-Jones gives a deep dive on Pakistan’s deep state as the saga of Benazir’s death continues. Includes interviews with key anti-terror officers.

Episode 3: The Call
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01/10/18 • 12 min
“He warned me not to come back”. Benazir’s attempt to ensure a safe return to Pakistan ends in fear, triggered by a disputed telephone conversation with Pakistan’s military ruler. With contributions from three people close to Benazir: the former Pakistani ambassador to Washington, Husain Haqqani; her American advisor Mark Siegal; and Pulitzer-Prize winning journalist and author Ron Suskind. With Owen Bennett-Jones

Episode 2: Family Matters
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01/03/18 • 31 min
An execution, a wedding and exile. Benazir Bhutto becomes the Muslim world's first female prime minister. The story of the Bhutto dynasty, the allegations of corruption against them and the growing power of their enemies. With Owen Bennett Jones.
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Assassination have?
The Assassination currently has 11 episodes available.
What topics does The Assassination cover?
The podcast is about News and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on The Assassination?
The episode title 'Episode 10: Dead Ends' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Assassination?
The average episode length on The Assassination is 25 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Assassination released?
Episodes of The Assassination are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Assassination?
The first episode of The Assassination was released on Dec 18, 2017.
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