India is likely to gain from this internal convulsion while a diffused effort in Pakistan is likely to go to waste.

Mainstream political parties in Pakistan are more concerned with mainland politics than with Kashmir itself.

The political leadership carries mandate of the people to formulate policies and get them approved by the parliament.

Gwadar is one port with potential to facilitate regional trade for Iran and China. Its where the rub for America lies.

Dharnas and resolutions notwithstanding, US will not stop using drones as it is the only means of war inside Pakistan.

OODA stands for, observe, orient, decide, act.

The new nationalist is invariably foreign-educated and loves to showcase his return as the ultimate sacrifice.

Pakistan needs money, America needs operations against militants of their choice. Both will be met to a degree only.

Civil society must review its constitution to appeal to a wider base and incorporate masses on issues.

We need to disengage from the US at the operational and tactical level and chart our own course.