International

Attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea risk pushing up the geopolitical crisis to further levels, serving as a stark reminder of the delicate balance between geopolitical stability and the uninterrupted flow of goods and energy resources on which the world heavily relies.

Confronted with the intensifying conflict between Israel and Hamas and the setbacks arising from the disruption of Egyptian-mediated talks, the Egyptian government stands at a critical juncture.

Despite all the Arab world being consciously aware of Palestinians’ genocide, it is South Africa, a non-Muslim nation, which has taken Israel to court over the mass genocide.

The solution to the Israel-Palestine dispute requires sustained negotiations, compromises, and a commitment to peace from all the concerned parties involved.

Henry Kissinger, former U.S. secretary of state and national security advisor, was responsible for the deaths of at least three million people – all in the name of the U.S. national security interests and anti-communism.

Qatar is close to the United States and the West. On the other hand, however, it is sympathetic and supportive of Hamas and Hezbollah.

Zionism is the belief that the Jews should have a Jewish state in their ancestral homeland. Anti-Zionism, however, is the opposition to that belief.

The voice of the English people seems to be at odds with the UK’s ruling Parliament, as the votes do not coincide with the general beat of the nation.

BRICS looks like a jumble of diverse intentions rather than a purposeful expansion to strengthen the alliance itself.

The money accumulated illegally and without paying taxes comes under white-collar crime because the illicit gains are not declared during the income tax return filing.

It will be premature to assume that the days of Putin in power are numbered following Russia’s attack on Ukraine and failed mutiny.

Civilian supremacy in Türkiye is not a myth but an undeniable reality. In marked contrast, Pakistan is still grappling with large scale interference of non-political forces in governance and political affairs.

Fighting in Sudan between forces loyal to two top generals has put the nation at risk of collapse, and could have consequences far beyond its borders.

A ‘great leap forward’ in Chinese foreign policy took place when it acted as a bridge in normalizing Iran-Saudi relations and persuaded the two arch adversaries to mend fences.

If the future of Ukraine hangs in the balance, much depends on the fate of President Putin and the resilience of Ukraine along with its allies to defeat Moscow’s territorial ambitions.

This is a test for the international community to give back the rights of Rohingya and repatriate them to their own homeland, Myanmar with dignity and honour.

Despite a chequered history, both Pakistan and Russia should now aim to improve their diplomatic ties and bring their trade relations to greater heights.

Will the deal prove feasible amidst historical rivalries and a major policy shift for Lebanon as the Hezbollah and Hamas look on?

Vladimir Putin let loose the dogs of war on Ukraine to regain Russia’s global status. His calculus went miserably wrong.

Once the Treaty of Lausanne completes its 100-year term in 2023, many new opportunities will emerge for Türkiye to become a strong regional power.

History is on the side of China as the country has everything up its sleeve to dethrone the United States as the world’s superpower.

Former Russian allies seek their best interests elsewhere as trade diversion changes the global economic and political landscape.

Appointment of a new army chief is a matter that seems to concern every Pakistani. This needs to change.