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Water, War, and the UN: The Indus Basin Dilemma

SAT Editorial Desk September 4, 2025

The Indus Waters Treaty, once hailed as a model of cooperation, faces its gravest challenge after India’s unilateral suspension in 2025. For Pakistan, water security is a matter of survival, with millions dependent on the Indus Basin for food and livelihoods. As tensions mount, the fear of “water terrorism” looms large, raising the stakes for regional stability. The UN must move beyond silence, leveraging law and diplomacy to ensure the Indus remains a source of life rather than a trigger for war.

UNGA 80: Pakistan’s Case Against Terrorism, Proxies, and Global Neglect

SAT Commentary September 2, 2025

As the UN General Assembly meets under the theme of peace and cooperation, Pakistan highlights its struggle against cross-border terrorism, proxy wars, and external agendas undermining its stability.

Challenging India’s Assumption of Kashmir’s Global Irrelevance

Muhammad Mobashir Turk August 24, 2025

Operation Sindoor has revived international focus on Kashmir, undermining India’s assumption of global indifference and boosting Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts.

When the Aggressor Plays the Victim: India’s Misuse of International Law

Sadia Zahra August 24, 2025

India’s May 2025 cross-border strike, Operation Sindoor, is framed as legitimate self-defense under international law. In reality, it was an unlawful act of aggression without evidence, setting a perilous precedent that undermines sovereignty and fuels instability in South Asia.

Sergio Gor’s Nomination and the Return of US Cold War Strategy in South Asia

SAT Commentary August 24, 2025

The nomination of Sergio Gor as USS ambassador to India signals a major strategic shift. More than a diplomatic appointment, it marks Washington’s revival of Cold War-era thinking, with Gor tasked to manage South Asia through a lens of loyalty, security, and transactional politics.

UNSC Briefing: Pakistan Warns of Afghan Safe Havens, State Terrorism, and Digital Radicalization

SAT Editorial Desk August 22, 2025

At the UN Security Council, Pakistan’s envoy delivered a powerful critique of the global counterterrorism framework. Citing its sacrifices, he warned of new threats from Afghanistan, state-sponsored violence, and digital radicalization. His call: a principled, unified, and consistent global response.

Pakistan needs to be more vigilant after Iran-Israel conflict

Koonj Altaf August 21, 2025

On June 13th, Israel launched sudden airstrikes on Iran, sparking a dangerous cycle of retaliation that drew in the US and threatened global stability. For Pakistan, the crisis presents critical dilemmas, balancing Muslim solidarity, its rivalry with India, and pressure from global powers, while striving to maintain neutrality and safeguard national interests.

Peace Conferences versus Terror Sanctuaries

SAT Editorial Desk August 20, 2025

A two-day peace conference in Islamabad sparked Afghan criticism, yet Kabul itself shelters groups like the TTP and BLA, fueling instability.

India’s Hostile Strategy Against Pakistan: A Historical and Geopolitical Perspective

Sohail Ahmed August 19, 2025

Since 1947, India has pursued a consistent strategy to undermine Pakistan—from Kashmir and the 1971 war to today’s subversion in Balochistan—posing enduring threats to Pakistan’s sovereignty.

US-Pakistan mineral cooperation could secure America’s critical minerals and unlock Pakistan’s $8 trillion resource potential.

A Framework for US-Pakistan Cooperation in Mineral Resource Development

SAT Editorial Desk August 15, 2025

Pakistan’s $8 trillion in untapped mineral reserves presents a rare opportunity for a strategic US-Pakistan partnership. With critical minerals vital for technology, defense, and clean energy, such cooperation could secure America’s supply chains while transforming Pakistan’s economy.

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