Category: Opinion Articles
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RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR AND VULNERABILITIES OF CIVILIAN NUCLEAR POWER PLANTS
The Russia-Ukraine war has highlighted the vulnerabilities of civilian nuclear power plants (CNPPs) in conflict zones, exposing them to threats like direct attacks, power disruptions, cyber sabotage, and material theft. With facilities like the Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) caught in the crossfire, the war underscores the urgent need for robust international safeguards to prevent…
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Political unity in Pakistan: Analyzing collective stance on Palestine
Amid growing concerns over Israel’s aggression in Palestine, Pakistan’s political leaders have united for a common cause, setting aside domestic challenges to voice support for Gaza. This recent Multi-Party Conference marks a crucial moment, underscoring Pakistan’s commitment to peace and human rights in Palestine. But can a unified Pakistan create lasting change for Palestinians?
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The Environmental Apocalypse: Lahore air quality
Environmental Apocalypse: Lahore air quality | OP-ED | Security Lense | 30-oct-2024 Lahore, the capital of Pakistan’s eastern province of Punjab, has once again drawn the attention of environmentalists due to a dramatic surge in its Air Quality Index (AQI). As a populated city of nearly 15 million on the Indian border, Lahore recently topped…
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Rising Extremism among Youth: The Need for Political Engagement
Extremism in Youth | OP-ED | Security Lense | 23-Oct-2024 “The youth are the leaders of tomorrow, but without guidance, they can become the misled of today.” Pakistan has seen a concerning increase in extremism among its youth in recent years. This phenomenon is not only a reflection of socioeconomic difficulties but is also a…
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Corruption in legal system of Pakistan: Who really pays the price?
Corruption has unfortunately become prevalent in Pakistan especially in the legal framework, the common er Kas off the social stratification, while the elites exploit institutions such as the NAB as tools of political persecution and shield. The latter remains a problem because of the recent changes which include restriction of the jurisdiction of the chamber,…
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The Untouchables; Why High-Profile Cases Rarely See Conviction
This is evident in Karsaz accident, Noor Muqaddam, Shahzeb Khan cases where justice is bought in Pakistan. Money and authority protect celebrities from getting convicted while the victims are left with no option than to suffer. This is a systemic inequality that requires judicial reform in order to have equal treatment of all people in…
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The double standard of justice: How elite escape accountability
In Pakistan, justice is often reserved for the common citizen, while the elite escape accountability through influence and power. High-profile cases, from the Noor Muqadam murder to the Karsaz incident, highlight the deep flaws in the judiciary. Despite constitutional promises of equality, elites continue to manipulate the system, raising questions about fairness and democracy.