IS GOVERNANCE REFORM IMMINENT IN PAKISTAN?

The Role of the Incoming Trump Administration Pakistan at a Crossroads: Unveiling the International Push for Reform [The pressing question is whether these remarks are mere rhetoric or part of a broader... Read more »

GUIDING THE NEXT GENERATION: VALUES, RIGHTS, AND HARMONY

The younger generation, especially in the East, stands at a critical juncture. They are the inheritors of a rich cultural heritage but also face the pressure of aligning with the fast-paced demands... Read more »

THE SHATTERED MOSAIC OF SYRIA: CONFLICT, CHANGE, AND UNCERTAINTY

[The end of Assad’s military dictatorship does not guarantee peace. Syria’s future hinges on reconciling its diverse communities and navigating external interventions. Regional rivalries, including those between Iran-backed Hezbollah and Saudi-supported Sunni... Read more »

THE STATE OF PAKISTAN: FROM ONE CORRUPT DYNASTY TO ANOTHER

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan Pakistan stands at a precarious crossroads, where personal ambitions and a lust for power seem to overshadow the country’s ideological foundation and the well-being of its people.... Read more »

PRESIDENTIAL PARDONS: A BLOW TO JUSTICE OR POWER ABOVE THE LAW

[President Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden has reignited debates over bias and the balance of power between the executive branch and the judiciary. While Biden defended his decision... Read more »

Bloodshed in Islamabad: THE TRAGIC MASSACRE OF NOVEMBER 26, 2024

[As night fell, the operation escalated to terrifying proportions. Military snipers positioned atop government buildings and paramilitary forces armed with advanced weaponry launched an indiscriminate assault on unarmed demonstrators…..] by Syed Atiq... Read more »

URGENT APPEAL TO WORLD LEADERS: SAVE PAKISTAN FROM TYRANNY AND INJUSTICE

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan, Sydney Australia Respected Heads of States, Foreign Ministers, UN Secretary-General, and Human Rights Leaders and their Organisations, Members Parliaments of the democratic countries, I need your humble... Read more »

PAKISTAN’S INTERNET BAN: SILENCING VOICES, STIFLING GROWTH, AND BLOCKING OPPORTUNITIES

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan In today’s world, the internet is an indispensable tool for education, communication, business, and innovation. From metropolitan cities to remote villages, people rely on high-speed internet and... Read more »

TRUMP’S VICTORY: A GLOBAL CALL FOR CHANGE AND PRIORITISING PEOPLE OVER POWER

Many Americans are increasingly frustrated by their country’s involvement in costly global conflicts, which they see as benefiting few at home. Trump’s pledge to prioritise American well-being, make the economy robust, and... Read more »

Kamala Devi Harris: SHAPING A NEW POLITICAL LANDSCAPE IN AMERICA?

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan As I write, the U.S. presidential election has reached its final voting stage, with predictions divided on the outcome. On one side stands former President Donald Trump,... Read more »

JUSTICE RESTORED: CHIEF JUSTICE YAHYA AFRIDI’S SWIFT MOVES TO RECLAIM JUDICIARY’S INTEGRITY

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan In a remarkable start to his tenure, Pakistan’s new Chief Justice Yahya Afridi has swiftly initiated transformative changes to revive the Supreme Judiciary’s reputation. Within just 48... Read more »

THE SILENT COUP: PAKISTAN’S JUDICIARY UNDER SIEGE AMID CONSTITUTIONAL MANIPULATION

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan Pakistan is now under the complete control of a military regime that governs through fear, coercion, and fraud. The judiciary, once a pillar of justice, has been... Read more »

Postponed Protest, Lost Cause: PTI’s Missed Opportunity

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan In a disappointing turn of events, the PTI leadership has capitulated to the military establishment and the current illegitimate government by postponing the much-anticipated protest at D-Chowk,... Read more »

SCO SUMMIT: QUESTIONS, NOT SOLUTIONS FOR PAKISTAN

The SCO, consisting of 10 member states and 2 observers, was founded on principles of fostering regional peace, cooperation, and security—not economic bailout packages….. by Syed Atiq ul Hassan The current government... Read more »

POST-9/11 (2001) EVENTS THREATENED GLOBAL PEACE AND SECURITY

In the aftermath of 9/11, the world was promised peace and security. Yet, two decades later, we face a world more divided, violent, and insecure than ever before. By Syed Atiq ul Hassan... Read more »

THE MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE OF GANDAPUR: A POLITICAL GAME BEHIND PTI’S RALLY

VANISHED AT D-CHOWK: THE ENIGMA OF GANDAPUR’S VANISHING AND RETURN By Syed Atiq ul Hassan The sudden disappearance of Ali Amin Gandapur, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), during the PTI’s... Read more »

CHAOS IN ISLAMABAD: CAPITAL SEALED OFF AMID PTI PROTEST DURING MALAYSIAN PM’S VISIT

BREAKING UPDATES AND ANALYSIS [Islamabad was not just hosting the Malaysian Prime Minister, but the city was also preparing to welcome a high-profile Saudi delegation and Chinese Premier Li Qiang for major... Read more »

FROM JINNAH’S VISION TO NATIONAL BETRAYAL: WHO STANDS AGAINST PAKISTAN?

[The most harrowing example of this betrayal was the secession of East Pakistan, a tragedy rooted in political greed and authoritarianism….] By Syed Atiq ul Hassan Under the visionary leadership of Quaid-e-Azam... Read more »

Blood and Betrayal: HYDERABAD’S 1988 MASSACRE AND SINDH’S FRACTURED FUTURE

[I was an eyewitness to this terrifying event. Armed extremists from Jaye Sindh patrolled the streets of Hyderabad in open jeeps, brazenly firing on innocent citizens. The once-bustling roads were transformed into... Read more »

THE 2024 QUAD SUMMIT: SHAPING REGIONAL STABILITY OR COUNTERING CHINA’S INFLUENCE?

[The real goal of the QUAD is to contain China’s growing influence. The timing of the summit is noteworthy, as tensions continue to rise globally, particularly with the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and... Read more »

FROM JUSTICE TO COLLUSION: THE JUDICIARY’S ROLE IN PAKISTAN’S CRISIS

[Election rigging has led to the collapse of democratic norms, allowing an illegal government to emerge under the military’s influence. The Supreme Court’s role has become one of betrayal, failing to uphold... Read more »

PAKISTAN’S POLITICAL LANDSCAPE: APPROACHING A CRITICAL TURNING POINT

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan The recent rally in Lahore has reignited the courage and spirit of the people of Punjab, marking a significant moment for Pakistan’s political movement. Encouraged by the... Read more »

AUSTRALIA UNITED: COUNTERING PAULINE HANSON’S POLITICS OF DIVISION

[Australians have earned respect globally for their acceptance of diversity. Our multiculturalism is celebrated and seen as a defining characteristic of our nation……] By Syed Atiq ul Hassan Pauline Hanson’s recent interview... Read more »

MALAYSIA: THE TORCHBEARER OF ISLAMIC HARMONY AND INNOVATION

Best Wishes for a Joyous Malaysian National Day – 16 September [Malaysia’s strength lies not only in its diversity but also in its ability to uphold the core principles of Islam—equality, justice,... Read more »