Opinion

Ishtiaq Ahmed Bradford: Syria, a country long plagued by civil war and ruled with an iron fist by the Assad dynasty, is entering yet another chapter of civil strife and uncertainty. Key external players, such as the United States,…

Habibul Hassan Yad Peshawar: South Asia, home to nearly a quarter of the world’s population, is a region of immense cultural diversity, historical richness, and untapped potential. The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation…

Dr Syed Akhtar Ali Shah Peshawar: Democracy in Pakistan has always struggled to establish stable footing. The recent political turmoil, exemplified by the tragic events in Islamabad during PTI's protest, highlights the nation’s…

Asem Mustafa Awan Islamabad: President-elect Donald Trump made headlines with his defiant rallying cry, “Fight! Fight! Fight!” following an assassination attempt during a campaign event in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024. The…

Saleem Raza Bradford: The violent suppression of the nation’s survival and progress. Peaceful protesters from Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa represent a tragic and dangerous inflection point for Pakistan. The killings, injuries, and blatant use…

Habibul Hassan Peshawar: The pervasive poverty across Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and the recently merged ex-FATA districts is a glaring indictment of years of poor governance and neglect. These areas have long been marred by deprivation,…

Saleem Raza Bradford: In the digital age, the balance of power is shifting in unprecedented ways. Social media, once a tool for social interaction and entertainment, has evolved into a powerful weapon for political movements and public…

Ishtiaq  Ahmed Bradford: Freedom of expression is fundamental to any democratic society. Democracies worldwide place significant importance on privacy and anonymity in both personal and professional contexts. These principles underpin…

Saleem Raza Islamabad: Since its inception, Pakistan has struggled to establish the democratic ideals envisioned by its founding father, Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Amongst other things, consistent military interference has undermined this…

Habibul Hassan Yad Peshawar: The responsibility for advancing societal progress rests heavily on the shoulders of educated, influential members of the community, including government officials. A nation’s level of development is often…