Gaza aid system under pressure as thousands seek food
The new system has been heavily criticised by the United Nations and other aid groups as an inadequate and flawed response to the humanitarian crisis left by Israel’s 11-week…
Dawn
For a sexist society, no victim can ever be perfect
Even as the verdict in Noor Mukadam's case is celebrated, there's the reminder that judges aren't there to judge morality.
Amnesty, 4 other organisations call on Pakistan to end crackdown on human rights defenders in Balochistan
Last week, the Balochistan High Court rejected constitutional petitions seeking the release of Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) Chief Organiser Dr Mahrang Baloch and two other…
Pakistan PM Shehbaz reiterates willingness to talk on Kashmir, terrorism if India ‘wants in all sincerity’
PM Shehbaz also expressed willingness to resume trade if India was willing to cooperate on the issues, including counterterrorism.
Pakistan’s PTI announces countrywide movement, party told to prepare itself
Party founder and ex-premier Imran Khan has been imprisoned at Rawalpindi’s Adiala Jail for over two years upon his conviction in four cases — two Toshakhana references, the…
Pakistan’s battle with India to resume at diplomatic front
A high-level Pakistani delegation due in New York to counter Indian lobbying.
Troubled waters: Dawn
South Asia’s waters are a common, shared resource, and must be distributed justly and equitably for the well-being of its people.
Security and insecurity
The bonanza of security for some, opens up a world of insecurity for most others.
When justice didn’t blink: A rare moment of ‘Noor’ for women in Pakistan
In the aftermath of the Supreme Court verdict in the Noor Mukadam case, a glimmer of accountability emerges from the shadows of impunity.
Justice for Noor: Dawn
Violence against women may be perpetrated by individuals, but it is enabled by society.