The most recent developments in Karachi highlight a deeply entrenched system of corruption and organized crime that is stifling the city's economic potential. According to 'Dawn', a network of corrupt officials and politicians has been exploiting Karachi's prime real estate for personal gain, with incidents such as the February 25 altercation over a three-acre plot near the US consulate illustrating the lawlessness that pervades the city. The altercation involved developer Javed Iqbal and local JUI-F leader Jibrail Khan, with both parties facing serious charges and accusations of fabricated FIRs. This incident underscores a broader pattern of corruption, where political figures and their allies manipulate legal systems for land grabs, as noted by Rashid Mahmood Soomro, who described the situation as a battle against 'two big crocodiles' vying for control.