The mood of the public could very well shift against Erdogan and the AKP if their response to the earthquake is not swift. Amberin Zaman The full extent of Monday’s massive earthquakes that ripped through southern Turkey and neighboring provinces in Syria won’t be known anytime soon. Seismologists say they are the worst set of earthquakes to...
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UK defends BBC independence, says ‘investing heavily’ in relationship with India
The BBC is independent in its output and we would stress that we continue to regard India as an incredibly important international partner,” By: Mohnish Singh The UK government has defended the BBC as a media outlet “independent in its output“ in the wake of widespread Indian diaspora protests against the controversial documentary on Prime...
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No end to executions in Saudi Arabia, report shows
1,243 people put to death in the kingdom between 2010 and 2021, says Reprieve By Qasim A. Moini While the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has rebranded itself as a country open to investment, tourism and engagement with the rest of the world under powerful Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, also known as MBS, the desert...
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Musharraf: Journey from Military Chief – Political Oblivion to Anonymity
General Pervez Musharraf like many other military chiefs possesses a controversial legacy in Pakistan. Many consider him as a strong leader who modernized Pakistan in diverse ways, while others view him as a symbol of authoritarianism and political instability. Rest in Peace General!
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Human Rights Violations in Kashmir Are A Threat to Global Peace
Human rights breaches in Kashmir are a source of concern not just for the local population, but for the whole international community. Kashmir's crisis poses a danger to world peace and stability and must be resolved with a sense of urgency.
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Balancing Military Action and Political Efforts in the Fight Against Terrorism in Pakistan
To effectively address the threat of terrorism in Pakistan, a comprehensive approach is needed that combines military action with political and social efforts.
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Can Maryam Nawaz turn the tide for PML-N in the upcoming elections?
PML (N) is a large political party with a diverse membership base, making it difficult to bring all factions together under a unified strategy.
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Is there any possibility of elections delayed in Pakistan?
A cursory glance at the history of Pakistan reveals that elections have been postponed twice citing extraordinary circumstances. Amid the current situation, possibility to postpone the elections exists but what turn it will take is yet to be decided. It comes as no surprise that the PTI’s members of the National Assembly have all...
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Is anything brewing up in Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz?
Maryam Nawaz, the senior vice president of the PML-N, is reportedly flying back to Pakistan today (28th January 2023) to begin the reorganization of the party. Rumors are soaring that PMLN is facing position internally, what’s going on? It is significant that PML-N leader Maryam Nawaz is returning to Pakistan after spending three months with...
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What Pakistani Politicians Should Learn From Jacinda Ardern?
The current political scenario of Pakistan shows a dismayed condition. To be a true leader, the politicians should consider Jacinda Ardern as a role model. Ardern has broken barriers as a young, female leader in a traditionally male-dominated field. Her leadership provides a positive representation for young women and girls, showing that they too can...