After Month of Unrest, Pakistan Back to Square One
Pakistan’s government is weakened but civil-military relations are back to where they used to be.
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Saudi Arabia Seeks Pakistani Weapons, Deepens India Relations
The Saudis seek to weapons from Pakistan at the same time they are deepening defense relations with India.
Kayani’s Succession Follows Familiar Pakistani Pattern
The prime minister supersedes more senior generals to appoint a supposedly apolitical army chief.
Pakistan Should Be Wary of Giving Saudis Nuclear Weapons
A nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia could put Pakistan’s relations with Afghanistan and Iran at risk.
Saudi Nuclear Weapons “Sitting Ready for Delivery” in Pakistan
The oil kingdom might acquire nuclear weapons before its nemesis Iran does — from its old friend Pakistan.
Terrorist Leader’s Death Sours American-Pakistani Relations
The killing of a Taliban leader upsets officials in Islamabad who were exploring peace talks with the militant group.
United States See Rise in Iranian-Sponsored Terrorism
Al Qaeda continues to weaken while Iran increasingly sponsors terrorism abroad, a report shows.
Despite Loan, Economic Changes Test Pakistani-Saudi Alliance
The Saudis want both stability in Pakistan and economies ties with India.
Pakistan’s Political Star Imran Khan Down, Not Out
The former cricketer will have a chance to build his party in opposition and emerge stronger.
Internal, External Challenges for Pakistan’s New Premier
Nawaz Sharif has said little about how he plans to deal with Islamist militancy in his country.
Uniquely, Pakistan’s Army Not Involved in Political Transition
For the first time in Pakistani history, the army is not involved in picking the next government.
Border Incident Sparks India-Pakistan War of Words
After a shooting in Kashmir, South Asia’s two rivals engage in another verbal spat.
India-Pakistan Engagement Set Back by Border Dispute
All the progress that was made in 2012 could unravel again over an old border dispute.
Pakistan Releases Taliban for Role in Afghan Peace Process
Islamabad releases Taliban prisoners to maintain an influence across the border.
Singh, Zardari Deserve Admiration for Détente
The leaders deserve praise for at least keeping India-Pakistan dialogue going.