Opinion

Former diplomat Tasneem Aslam’s criticism of Nawaz Sharif reflects the mindset that prevents normalization of ties between Pakistan and India

The peace deal negotiated between the Taliban and the U.S. all but ensures a return to power for the insurgents

Afghanistan, post-U.S. withdrawal, will likely become a nation caught between the interests of its neighbors

P.M. Khan’s statements on Muslim division over Kashmir suggest a growing rift between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia

The populist rhetoric of Pakistani lawmakers only risks bringing the nation closer to chaos

The security map of the Middle East is a conundrum Pakistan just can’t figure out

With Arab nations appearing to endorse the accord, it is likely to be gradually accepted by most major powers

No democracy can prosper in the absence of flexibility toward, and dialogue with, opposition forces

So long as South Asia remains hostage to the whims of Pakistan and India, there is little hope of achieving free trade and movement across borders

Ideological states lack the flexibility needed to secure agreements that prevent conflict

For Pakistan, moral outrage is no substitute for ground realities when it comes to picking sides in the Gulf conflict

Why was author Shuja Nawaz forced to cancel the Pakistan launch of his new book on Pak-U.S. ties?

The PTI-led government should mark the new year by reaching out to the opposition—and restraining its foul-mouthed lawmakers

Anti-graft watchdog NAB has been used as a tool to punish political opponents for far too long

After Brexit, Pakistan must forge new associations in the European Parliament

Growing importance for Pakistan’s Western border as a U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan looms

A controversial judicial ruling all but ensures former Army chief Pervez Musharraf will soon go free

P.M. Khan’s desire to paint himself a leader of the Islamic world has put Pakistan in a tough spot

The world must rise up against the ongoing abuse and repression of Kashmiris by the Indian government

Religious harmony, freedom and protection of minorities’ rights are a cornerstone of the PTI’s policies