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By Uzma Ehtasham The growing international interest in Pakistan’s JF-17 Thunder fighter jet marks a moment that deserves closer attention than it has so far received. At first glance, it may appear to be another routine development in the competitive world of defence sales, where countries constantly showcase platforms and court potential buyers. In reality, it points to something deeper: a gradual but meaningful shift in how Pakistan is perceived within an evolving regional and global security environment. For a country more often discussed in the context of instability or dependency, this emerging confidence in its defence capability signals a…
By A Rehman Patel A routine morning in Lahore in 2026 offers a quiet but devastating snapshot of Pakistan’s economic reality. Outside a government college, three young graduates stand with cups of tea, measuring their futures in silences and half-finished sentences. One has a degree but no replies to internship applications. Another has an idea but no access to capital. The third says nothing at all, his uncertainty more eloquent than words. Their conversation is not exceptional. It is ordinary. And that ordinariness is precisely the problem. Pakistan is one of the youngest countries in the world. Nearly a quarter…
By Prof. Dr Sheikh Akram Ali Every human being desires that, over the course of time, personal aspirations are fulfilled. The same applies equally to the people of a society. They naturally expect to see their hopes and ambitions realized in a meaningful way. People everywhere wish for peace and prosperity in their lives. For this reason, every society strives to meet these aspirations, and in doing so, its leaders play a guiding role. Some nations are fortunate enough to be blessed with capable and visionary leadership and, as a result, have seen their countries move in the right direction.…
By Muhammad Ameen Phulpoto A wise person once said, “Silence becomes cowardice when the occasion demands speaking out.” Yet, in the face of sexual violence, silence is far too common. According to UNICEF, 120 million girls under the age of 20 worldwide have experienced forced sexual acts. Many survivors carry untold stories of pain, survival and resilience. Beneath these stories, however, lies a question that society seldom dares to confront: why do men rape? Understanding a rapist’s motivations and thought processes is rarely discussed, yet it is crucial if we hope to address the root causes of sexual violence. In…
Iran stands on the edge of war, and the signs are no longer abstract or distant. They are visible in the routines that have been quietly dismantled and the absences that now define daily life. When foreign embassies begin urging their citizens to leave, when pilgrims and students are told to pack up and go home, and when diplomatic compounds thin out to skeletal staff, the message is unmistakable. These are the gestures states make not to calm a situation, but to brace for impact. The closure of Iran’s airspace and maritime routes, effectively sealing the country off from the…
By Uzma Ehtasham In recent days, the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has once again underscored the enduring challenge posed by militant networks, highlighting the fragile security environment in one of Pakistan’s most strategically sensitive regions. Across two separate operations in different districts, security forces neutralized a total of 11 insurgents, reflecting both the vigilance of Pakistan’s security apparatus and the persistent threat posed by organized militant groups. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), six of these individuals were killed in an intelligence-led operation in North Waziristan, while five more were eliminated in the Kurram district. These individuals were reportedly…
Pakistan is steadily establishing itself as a formidable presence in defence and defence production, earning recognition on the international stage for the quality and sophistication of its military capabilities. Its growing stature is not accidental. It reflects years of systematic investment in training, technology, and strategic foresight, positioning the country as a credible actor in a region marked by enduring volatility and complex security challenges. The nation’s capabilities were vividly demonstrated on 10 May last year, when the Pakistan Armed Forces responded decisively to Indian aggression through the “Bunyan-e-Marsoos” operation. Military analysts have since described the operation as a model…
By Atiq Raja Dreams often begin quietly. They emerge in moments of reflection, in sudden sparks of inspiration, or in the quiet ache of longing for something more. For many, they are private affairs, tucked away in notebooks, whispered over coffee, or carried silently in the mind. Yet the path from dreaming to doing is rarely straightforward. People work hard, maintain discipline, and nurture hope, yet they sometimes feel stalled, as if their efforts are moving through molasses. The truth, simple yet overlooked, is that intention alone cannot bring a dream to life. To truly move a dream forward, one…
By Syed Shahmim Akhtar In the early weeks of 2026, President Donald Trump rekindled a geopolitical debate that many believed belonged to a bygone era of great‑power rivalry. At the White House, he asserted that the United States must “acquire” Greenland to prevent Russia or China from establishing a foothold on the vast Arctic island. “If we don’t take Greenland, Russia or China will take it,” he declared, framing the situation as a stark choice between American strategic primacy and unwanted neighbors from abroad. The remark, blunt in its formulation and sweeping in its implications, reflects a worldview in which…