At least 42 people are killed in fighting . - The government of Pakistan declares a state of emergency and suspends the constitution. The region was a stronghold for Islamist rebels during a bloody civil war . The standoff began in late July .
At least 42 people are killed in fighting . Tensions run high in the area ; ethnic Pamiris have been at odds with the government . The region was a stronghold for Islamist rebels during a bloody civil war . The standoff began in late July .