By exaggerating the scope and ambitions of the prospective deal, the US media is once again fanning the flames of war.

By exaggerating the scope and ambitions of the prospective deal, the US media is once again fanning the flames of war.

There are increasing signs of disagreement between Prime Minister Imran Khan and the establishment in Pakistan.

For the first time since the Soviet invasion in 1979, Pakistan can expect stability along its border with Afghanistan.

Pakistan’s government must prioritise the welfare of the tribespeople over cynical politics.
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The terrorist threat in the country has been greatly reduced, but it is not going away any time soon.

The protests may turn into an uprising if India continues to misrepresent the fury as Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.

Persecution of the opposition and denial of the international links of Bangladeshi militants has made way for ISIL.
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Obama’s pivot east has done little to contain China’s strategic expansion.
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With no alternative vision for governance and two insurgencies, Pakistanis must support Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.
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The assassination of Taliban chief Mullah Akhtar Mansoor will not bring peace to Afghanistan.
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