No country can emerge unscathed from a situation in which politicians are targeted and killed in such a manner.

Without any belief in the impartiality of law and order, the public takes the law into its own hands.

We will gain nothing by continuing to support the forces of darkness like the Taliban.

President Zardari has made it clear that there is no option for the country but to move along with democracy.

Pakistan’s largest freshwater lake is full to bursting point and if it overflows it could flood surrounding areas.

The restriction of political space chiefly to the moneyed sections of our society is unfortunate.

It is vital that all institutions work towards protecting democracy using the Constitution as their touchstone.

Through his message Qureshi has done more than anything achieved by government officials or diplomats.

It is unforgivable when protocol for VIPs takes precedence over the welfare of ordinary people.

The Indian prime minister’s call for an all-party conference is a start, but much more is needed.