Ummah or moolah? Pakistan's high-stakes dilemma amid US-Iran conflict

2026-01-28 - 16:00

Pakistan faces a perilous tightrope walk as US-Iran tensions escalate. Caught between seeking vital US dollars for its economy and appeasing domestic Islamic sentiment, Islamabad is leveraging its unique diplomatic position. The nation's history of strategic ambiguity and its proximity to Iran present both opportunities and immense risks, potentially drawing it into a dangerous regional conflict.