Balochistan has long stood at the centre of one of Pakistan’s most tenacious governance challenges. As the country’s largest province by landmass and most resource-rich region, it holds immense strategic and economic significance. Yet it continues to experience underdevelopment, political alienation, and sporadic cycles of insurgency. Any serious national dialogue must begin by acknowledging that […]
legitimacy
Jordan, Germany call for UN Mandate for Gaza stabilization force
Jordan and Germany have stressed that any international force in Gaza must operate under a United Nations mandate. They made the statement following U.S. plans to support Palestinian police under a Gaza stabilization initiative. Officials said the mandate is crucial for the force to function effectively and maintain legitimacy under international law. The proposed force, […]
Cabin crew, bodyguard, Thai queen: Suthida’s meteoric rise
Kneeling in front of her King, Suthida Vajiralongkorn na Ayudhya was invested as Queen on Saturday in Bangkok’s Grand Palace, taking up a prominent role in a country where the monarchy is deeply revered, a fairytale ascent for the former flight attendant. Wearing a pink traditional dress, Suthida took her seat next to King Maha […]