The Editorial Desk

Views from The Thursday Times' editorial desk.

A combined file photo is shown of former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan at Islamabad on October 15, 2019 (L) and a range of social media apps (R). — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
A file photo is shown of the Extraordinary Joint Summit of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation and the Arab League at Riyadh on November 11, 2023. — FILE/ANADOLU

Overarching hypocrisy at the United Nations

Conflicting interests at the United Nations on the conflict in Gaza leave groups of countries showcasing their leagues' internally backfiring discourse on the global arena.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas holds up a Vision for Peace map while speaking at the United Nations (UN) Security Council on February 11, 2020 in New York City. — FILE
A file photo is shown of former prime minister Nawaz Sharif addressing supporters at Lahore's Minar-e-Pakistan on October 21, 2023. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES

Hypocrisy, dual standards, and selective solidarity

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's unequivocal support for Israel's right to self-defense lay bare stark hypocrisy when juxtaposed against his nation's own struggle against Russian aggression.

A file photo is shown of Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy (L) and Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R) together in 2020. — FILE/REUTERS

Pakistan’s Last Iron Lady

Kulsoom Nawaz, Pakistan's last political matriarch, left behind an unquestionable legacy of democratic commitment and unyielding spirit.

An illustration is shown of former Pakistani first lady Kulsoom Nawaz. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES

Celebrating an ever-alive nation

Amidst the dawn's embrace, Pakistan readies to mark its 76th Independence Day; a testament to the nation’s spirit of endurance, and the ultimate culmination of a journey woven with unity, diversity, and relentless resilience.

A file photo is shown of a Pakistani Independence Day ay parade.A file photo is shown of a Pakistani Independence Day parade.

Imran Khan, the TTP Spokesman

A relentless recent attack on Fazl-ur-Rehman's party in the Bajaur district has yet again revealed Imran Khan's support for the Taliban.

A file photo is shown of PTI chair Imran Khan at KP in 1992. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES

Straight from the horse’s mouth

Imran Khan's wavering statements and delayed accountability for the 9 May riots have left even the world's greatest legal minds perplexed, tarnishing families across the nation and causing irreparable damage to the country's politics.

PTI chairman Imran Khan addresses a press conference at Zaman Park. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES

Advocate Imran?

Imran Khan's apparent venture into the world of law, despite his history of disregarding due process, adds a touch of irony to his already conflicting persona as a political figure.

Imran Khan's controversial track record with due process and legislation only further shoots dead his wishes to delve into the legal profession. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES