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South Asia
In the Shadow of Oppression
Fazila and her 2-year daughter By Nasir AijazThe AsiaN Representative KARACHI, SINDH: In recent days, the tragic story from the village of Bijarani Laghari near Moro town in Sindh has struck a nerve across the region. It is a heartbreaking reminder of the deep suffering and helplessness that are engulfing…
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South Asia
Shielded by Power: Impunity of Pakistan’s Elite
Pakistan was ranked 135th (among 180 countries) on the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index by Transparency International By Nasir AijazThe AsiaN Representative ISLAMABAD: Behind the polished speeches and carefully choreographed public appearances of Pakistan’s political elite lies a stark and troubling truth: corruption is deeply entrenched in the country’s corridors of…
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West Asia
12 Days of Unequal Battle
Ali Salehabadi By Ali SalehabadiAli Salehabadi is the Managing Editor of Setareh Sobh, a reformist daily newspaper in Iran. He is known for his sharp commentary on foreign affairs, national security, and economic issues. In 2024, he openly criticized the Iranian government’s military strategy toward Israel, stating that it lacked…
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West Asia
Psychoanalysis of Us Who Stayed in the City
Dove Therapy: papier-mâché doves made by Pooneh during the war. When she ran out of plain newspaper for crafting, she used scraps of old newspapers. By Pooneh NedaeiEditor-in-Chief of Shokrān Magazine- Iran TEHRAN: When President Donald Trump warned Tehranis to evacuate the city immediately, I wrote: “Don’t tell me to…
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West Asia
War and Racism!
German Chancellors Adolph Hitler and Friedrich Merz By Alireza BahramiCorrespondent for AsiaN TEHRAN: Adolph Hitler was the Chancellor of Germany from 1933 to 1945. He wanted to rule the world. To build a great empire, from the West to the East. For this reason, he attacked other countries. He caused…
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Society
Pope Leo XIV: Today More Than Ever, Humanity Cries Out, Pleads For Peace
Pope Leo XIV holds Wednesday General Audience in the Vatican (@Vatican Media) By Dr. Hassan Humeida KIEL, GERMANY: VATICAN: The call by Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday to the warring sides in the Israel-Iran war to “reject the logic of bullying and revenge” and choose a path of dialogue and…
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West Asia
War and Humanity: Reflections on the First Day of the Ceasefire
Lunch on the first day of the ceasefire … Traditional Iranian food By Alireza BahramiCorrespondent for AsiaN TEHRAN: War brings people to contentment. All the ordinary and even annoying things that you used to have in your daily life become a valuable wish for you. The people of Iran on…
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West Asia
Graduation in Bahrain Schools: A Walk Across the Stage, A Step Into the Future
Shaikha Latifa receiving her diploma By Habib Toumi MANAMA: As her name echoed through the majestic hall and she stepped onto the stage, diploma waiting just ahead, Shaikha Latifa bint Ebrahim Al Khalifa beamed with pride and gratitude and her smile spoke volumes. It was not just about receiving a…
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Politics
The Role of a True Peace Mediator
By Dr. Hassan HumeidaKIEL, GERMANY: In times of war or armed conflict, heightened emotions and deep-seated mistrust often prevent the involved parties from pursuing de-escalation independently. In such circumstances, mediation becomes essential to prevent fatal miscalculations and avert further humanitarian, economic, social and political disasters. Peace mediation offers a constructive…
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West Asia
War and Ambiguous Grief
It feels strange when you see on a map that your house is in an area that is going to be bombed in a few minutes. By Alireza BahramiCorrespondent for AsiaN TEHRAN: In war, explosives are used. Explosives and firearms kill some and injure others. But the damage is not…
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