A troubling haze appears to be settling over the landscape of public health in Sindh one in which the contours of reality have blurred, and speculation, conjecture, and unverified reports have begun to shape a deeply unsettling narrative. When it comes to a disease as sensitive and consequential as HIV/AIDS, the absence of credible data...
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A New Strategy of Diplomatic Distance
The distance between Washington and Islamabad is no longer merely geographical; it is increasingly becoming a complex symbol of a shifting global political landscape. The recent development, in which Donald Trump announced the cancellation of the planned visit to Islamabad by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, may appear to be a simple administrative decision at...
Those whose presence still gave hope to Pakistan
In Islamabad, poor settlements are being demolished to build high-rise luxury towers for the rich. I wish Imaan and Hadi were here; they would have stood in front of the cranes and said, “Over our dead bodies.” When I think about all this and look up and around me, all I see is darkness. It...
U.S.–Iran Talks and Pakistan’s Diplomatic Role
The evolving diplomatic dynamics between the Middle East and South Asia once again highlight a critical juncture in global politics one where power, interests, and strategic prudence are deeply intertwined, shaping a complex geopolitical landscape. Recent reports suggest that a second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran may be imminent, with Pakistan...
The Fragile Balance of the Middle East
The Middle East has once again reached a critical juncture in global politics, where power, strategy, and psychological pressure have become so deeply intertwined that distinguishing between reality and constructed narratives is increasingly difficult. The decision by Donald Trump to grant aggressive operational authority to the United States Navy in the Strait of Hormuz, alongside...
Karam Haidari: A Credible Voice of the Soil of Pothohar
In the history of Urdu literature, there have been personalities who not only nurtured the language but also introduced the culture, civilization and local dialects of their regions to the world stage. Among these towering figures stands the name of Karam Haidari. He was not merely a poet or a writer; rather, he represented an...
Neitchei Thesis on Liberalism and Equality
I share a very important thesis on liberalism and equality, which will create more questions rather than fewer answers. It is not an attempt to settle the debate, but to disturb its comfort, to probe beneath what is often taken for granted, and to expose the tensions hidden within the moral language of modern politics....
Diplomacy and Oil: The Economics of Uncertainty
If one were to place a hand upon the pulse of the global economy today, what emerges is not a steady rhythm but a complex interplay of cautious optimism and underlying anxiety. The modest rally observed in financial markets on Wednesday was not merely a technical adjustment in numbers; rather, it reflected a deeper narrative...
Rising Gulf Tensions: Gathering Storm Clouds
An atmosphere of uncertainty and anxiety has now permeated the Gulf in such a way that it appears not merely as diplomatic tension, but as a prelude to a potential storm. A stern and extraordinary warning attributed to Tehran has completely transformed the region’s political and military landscape, where Seyed Mohammad Marandi advised Gulf states...
Suspicious Market Activity Ahead of Trump Announcements
In the intricate corridors of the global economy, there emerge, at times, patterns that transcend mere numerical fluctuations and instead reflect a deeper convergence of power, privileged information, and vested interests. In recent months, the American financial landscape particularly Wall Street has exhibited one such enigmatic trend, capturing the attention not only of investors but...