ISLAMABAD, MAY 1: Former Pakistani diplomat and former president of Azad Kashmir, Sardar Masood Khan on Friday cautioned that the evolving confrontation between the United States and Iran is entering a dangerously volatile phase, marked by military posturing, economic pressure, and strategic signaling from multiple global actors. In a statement, Khan observed that while both Washington and Tehran are escalating pressure through military deployments and strong rhetoric, parallel efforts are underway to explore diplomatic off-ramps. “We are witnessing a dual-track approach—on one hand coercive strategies, and on the other, aRead More

Ansar M Bhatti ISLAMABAD: In a development that could significantly reshape Pakistan’s telecommunications landscape, UAE-based telecom giant Etisalat is reportedly considering an exit from Pakistan, potentially relinquishing control of Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL). While no formal announcement has been made, sources suggest that a combination of geopolitical tensions, unresolved financial disputes, and longstanding operational challenges has pushed relations to a breaking point. At the heart of the issue lies a complex mix of regional politics and bilateral strain. The ongoing Iran-related conflict has had ripple effects across the region,Read More