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STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Trout is a famous fish variety belonging to salmon family. It is popular amongst discerning seafood eaters. Here I refer to it not as a culinary delight; rather for another trait that distinguishes it from other fish. It is a fresh water fish that thrives in rivers and deep streams.…

STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Will arrogance interfere with the law? So far arrogance has prevailed since April 2022 and continues unabated. Arrogance combined with lack of wisdom, at timesbordering on stupidity, is a terrible combination. It has been the order of the day for the last 18 months. The latest re-enactment was during the…

STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Nawaz Sharif’s time in court approximately 30 minutes; Imran Khan 3 months and counting. Nawaz was granted preemptive bail without appearance or any formalities; IKwas ordered to appear in person and get biometrics. Nawaz is given immediate relief while Imran is languishing in jail. Red carpet rolled out for Nawaz…

STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan In a recent talk show I had stated that we have to wait and see which Judge will garland an absconder, convict and an accomplished liar, Nawaz Sharif. It happened in broad daylight and the honour goes to none other than Chief Justice Islamabad High Khawaja Aamir Farooq. It is…

STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan Some people are known to sleep with their eyes wide open. It’s a bewildering sight that takes you aback. But when you discover that your entire ruling Junta suffers from that condition, it definitely is scary. It is happening on all fronts; however I would like to focus on the…

STRAIGHT TALK by Hafeez Khan President Ronald Reagan of USA is credited for changing the global landscape by bringing down the mighty Soviet Empire. A deep conservative, he was able to rejuvenate the Right by conveying complex concepts in very simple terms. After a distinguished acting career, he used his communication skills to further his…

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…