Month: September 2023

STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan We read stories or watched movies about the dreaded late night knocks by ruthless Nazis during WW2 and other oppressive dictatorships. It is now happening in our own country. We have faced military dictatorships in Pakistan since 1958; however their iron rule fades in the face of the viciousness and…

STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Anytime you think the prevalent cruel and mindless suppression has peaked, a new bombshell is lobbed. It supersedes prior acts of insane brutality. Young Ammar Farooq’s sickness and eventual passing away is the latest sacrifice. It appears our rulers are influenced by “Kaali Mata”, the Indian goddess of death and…

STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan I had just finished watching the Bollywood style presentation of G20 summit glorifying PM Modi when I got calls from two friends that I respect immensely for their dedication and contributions to Pakistan. Both have excelled in helping the needy. As they were private conversations I will not share the…

STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Saudi Arabia is an economic juggernaut. Late King Faisal Al Saud triggered this process when he challenged the West and their Oil Companies. He changed the dynamics to make Saudis major beneficiaries of the “black gold” emerging from its massive oilfields. Starting in the seventies, Saudi Arabia embarked on its…

STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Imran Riaz Khan is a living legend amongst Pakistanis wherever they live. Prior to his kidnapping, everyone waited daily for his commentary uncovering the truth fearlessly. Millions of his followers miss him sorely and anxiously, waiting for his safe return. Since his kidnapping by “Daalla Brigade” his whereabouts are unknown. One…