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Syed Ali Shah Geelani: The Ideologue Who Defined Kashmir’s Defiance

Syed Ali Shah Gillani: The Ideologue Who Defined Kashmir’s Defiance

SAT Editorial Desk September 1, 2025

Syed Ali Shah Gillani was more than a political leader—he was the unwavering voice of Kashmiri resistance. From electoral politics to decades of confinement, his life embodied an uncompromising devotion to self-determination and a rejection of political compromise. His passing in 2021 marked not an end, but the continuation of a struggle defined by defiance and sacrifice.

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Extremist Rhetoric and Constitutional Reality: The Case of Pakistan’s Islamic Identity

Extremist Rhetoric and Constitutional Reality: The Case of Pakistan’s Islamic Identity

SAT Editorial Desk August 31, 2025

The glorification of militants as martyrs by Mufti Kifayatullah reveals a dangerous narrative that mirrors extremist propaganda. From constitutional consensus to historic fatwas by leading scholars, Pakistan’s religious and political mainstream has repeatedly rejected armed rebellion as un-Islamic. By platforming extremist sympathizers, certain nationalist movements risk legitimizing violence, undermining national sacrifices, and enabling the TTP’s attempt to co-opt Pashtun identity. The path forward lies in constitutionalism, peace, and dialogue—not violence.

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From Disaster to Resilience: Why Pakistan Needs Dams and Flood Canals

From Disaster to Resilience: Why Pakistan Needs Dams and Flood Canals

SAT Editorial Desk August 27, 2025

Pakistan’s devastating floods have exposed a systemic failure of outdated water infrastructure. Without urgent investment in modern dams, flood canals, and climate adaptation, the country will remain locked in a cycle of annual destruction. Learning from international models and pursuing cooperative management of shared rivers with India is vital to building a secure and resilient future.

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Afghanistan’s Fragile State: Security, Economy, and Human Rights

Afghanistan’s Fragile State: Security, Economy, and Human Rights

SAT Editorial Desk August 23, 2025

Since the Taliban’s return in 2021, Afghanistan has plunged into isolation, economic collapse, and humanitarian disaster. Security threats from ISKP, worsening poverty, healthcare breakdown, the rollback of women’s rights, and mass displacement have left millions facing unprecedented hardship.

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Afghanistan: Terror, Narcotics, and the Global Security Crisis

Afghanistan: Terror, Narcotics, and the Global Security Crisis

SAT Editorial Desk August 22, 2025

Afghanistan’s descent into chaos has transformed into a global crisis, driven by terrorism, narcotics, and human suffering. Since the Taliban’s return, the country has re-emerged as a dangerous incubator for extremist groups and a global hub for narcotics production, creating a vicious cycle that threatens regional stability and international security alike.

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