Sunday, September 3rd, 2023
Arab Winter? What Arab Winter?
Protesters in Syria, Bahrain, Libya, Iran, and Israel are dashing autocratic and authoritarian hopes of a prolonged winter. In response, Arab autocrats are scrambling to squash what they fear could evolve into a third wave of protests in little more than a decade. The autocrats have deployed tools ranging from cracking down on street protests to increased repression, engaging in perfunctory dialogue, making concessions, and offering economic aid to defuse exploding and potential future powder kegs. The latest protests erupted after street agitation across the Middle East bookended the lastRead More
Asia Cup 2023: Bangladesh inflict 89-run humiliating defeat on Afghanistan
Bangladesh thrashed Afghanistan by 89 runs in the 4th match of the ongoing Asia Cup 2023 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday. Chasing the target of 335 runs, the Afghans lost an early wicket as Rahmanullah Gubraz departed for the pavilion for just 1 run. But Ibrahim Zadran and Rahmat Shah’s 78-run stand brought some stability to their batting but the latter was soon removed by Taskin Ahmed for 33 runs. Ibrahim stood tall and completed his 50, but Mushfiqur Rahim’s blinder behind the wickets ended his well-foughtRead More
Of elections and simmering economic and political crises
Comment Ansar M Bhatti The September 2, 2023 strike, organized by Jamaat-e-Islami in response to the alarming surge in petrol and electricity prices, can be hailed as an unequivocal success. The overwhelming participation resulted in the closure of a majority of businesses, sending a powerful message. Although such widespread protests and strikes may not immediately sway the rulers, they undeniably lay the groundwork for more frequent and impactful demonstrations in the future. The nation has experienced a series of economic and political challenges in recent years. These challenges can beRead More
US ambassador meets Maryam
Abbas Hashmi /DNA LAHORE: Pakistan Muslim League chief organizer and vice president Maryam Nawaz Sharif met with the US Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Bloom Sunday. During the meeting, both sides discussed importance of historical and bilateral relations between both countries. During the meeting, both sides stressed for promoting mutual cooperation including trade, economy, security, peace and regional stability was also emphasized. Maryam Nawaz Sharif also appreciated the efforts made by the American government during the most difficult conditions of COVID-19 pandemic and floods. Earlier, Pakistan, USAID Deputy Administrator Isobel ColemanRead More
Army deployed for Chehlum, clarifies Solangi
Gilgit Baltistan remains a heaven of peace and harmony Special Correspondent ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Federal Minister for Information Murtaza Solangi has denied the deployment of Pakistan Army in Gilgit-Baltistan “to maintain law and order”. In a statement, the minister termed it “rumours” that the Pakistan Army has been called out in Gilgit-Baltistan, adding that the services have been sought on the occasion of Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain. He took to social media website X, formerly Twitter, on Sunday and quoted the Home Department of Gilgit-Baltistan as saying that “the situationRead More
Ramaphosa calls on police to demonstrate they can protect SA
President Cyril Ramaphosa has issued a call to the South African Police Service (SAPS) to demonstrate that they can take on criminals and protect South Africans as well as the authority of the state. Ramaphosa said this on Sunday, 3 September, at the SAPS National Commemoration Day, honouring the lives of police officials and reservists who died in the line of duty between 1 April 2022 and 31 March 2023. RAMAPHOSA URGES POLICE TO PROTECT SOUTH AFRICADuring the address, Ramaphosa said government must all unite and work together to ensureRead More