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In the heart of Kashmir’s conflict lies a profound question: what defines Kashmir’s identity? Malcolm X’s powerful analogy of “House Negroes” and “Field Negroes” vividly illustrates this struggle.
Pezeshkian faces the daunting task of healing Iran’s economy and relationships, balancing domestic and global expectations for a potential new direction. Will his leadership mark a lasting shift for Iran, or is it a temporary pause in history’s course?
Can India balance its strategic partnership with Russia while navigating global pressure over the Ukraine conflict?
Pakistan’s maritime ambitions are taking shape as the nation positions itself as a key trade hub for landlocked Central Asian countries.
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The 24th SCO Astana Summit on July 3-4 marked a significant moment in regional diplomacy with the adoption of the Astana Declaration and 25 strategic documents.
Is the Eagle’s grip loosening? The dragon and bear, at the helm of SCO-led multipolarity, challenge the established order traditionally led by the Eagle Nation.
LFK Bi-Annual Review 2024 details severe human rights violations and escalating repression in Indian Occupied Jammu & Kashmir (IIOJK).
Flooding in China devastates Yangtze River basin, displacing thousands. As the monsoon season looms over South Asia, is this a grim forecast for the region?
Desperate for international recognition and economic revival, the Taliban, now known as the IEA, walks a tightrope for Afghanistan’s Future.
Beyond the stunning views of India’s Darjeeling, discover the fascinating history of its Glenburn Tea Estate and the “Chaiwala Family”.