A mockery of the rule of law in Pakistan
In this op-ed, Nasrullah Stanekzai criticizes Pakistan’s recent constitutional amendment granting lifetime judicial immunity to top officials, calling it a.
Politics
Politics
Taliban–Pakistan border clashes escalate amid failed airstrike and India’s growing strategic role
In this op-ed, the writer argues that recent Taliban–Pakistan border clashes mark a major strategic shift, with the Taliban moving.
Politics
The US return to Bagram: A negotiated presence or an occupation?
In this op-ed, Mohammad Afzali argues that a potential US return to the Bagram Airbase should not be seen as.
Politics
Bagram’s capture would create more problems than it solves
In this op-ed, Haneef Atmar argues that U.S. efforts to retake Bagram would spark conflict, bolster the Taliban and destabilize.
Politics
A look at Qatar–Israel relations
In this op-ed, Nasrullah Stanekzai examines the turbulent history of Qatar–Israel relations and analyzes the implications of Israel’s recent attack.
Opinions, Politics
Pakistan’s proxy accusations against India: Strategic deflection or diplomatic gambit?
In this op-ed, Ajmal Sohail argues Pakistan’s claims that India backs proxies in Afghanistan are more about deflection and regional.
Politics
Deportation diplomacy: How Western migration policies empower the Taliban regime
In this op ed, Besmillah Taban argues that Western deportation policies, especially in Europe, risk strengthening the Taliban by granting.
Politics
Pakistan’s diplomatic recalibration: Islamabad’s outreach to Taliban amid TTP tensions
This article explores the strategic implications of Pakistan’s Interior Minister’s meeting with Taliban leader Sirajuddin Haqqani and how it may.
Politics
Why are we surprised by Russia’s recognition of the Taliban?
In this op-ed, Ismail Miakhil writes that Russia’s recognition of the Taliban is not a surprise, but a mirror reflecting.
Politics
From Idol to disillusionment: Pakistan’s shift from Bhutto to Khawaja Asif
In this op-ed, Nasrullah Stanikzai traces Pakistan’s transformation from idolizing its alliance with the West to openly condemning it.