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Nearly five years since the Taliban retook Kabul in August 2021, the question of what, if anything, has changed under the movement’s rule remains unresolved.
On May 2, 2026, an X Space session was held under the title “One Year Later: Military Gains, Diplomatic Wins and Pakistan’s Position.” The discussion assessed Pakistan’s evolving strategic posture in the aftermath of developments following May 2025, with a focus on shifts in military credibility, diplomatic positioning, and international perception.
On April 17th, 2026, South Asia Times (SAT) hosted an X Space session titled “Islamabad Talks 2.0: What to Expect from the Next Round.” Moderated by Usama Qazafi, the session featured Salman Javed (Director, South Asia Times) and Abdullah Khan (Director, PICS), Dr. Salma Malik (Associate Professor, DSS QAU) and Dr. Khurram Iqbal (Senior Analyst) with contributions from other strategic experts. The discussion analyzed Pakistan’s pivotal role as the sole mediator in the ongoing rapprochement between the United States and Iran, the potential for a final agreement, and the regional “spoilers” threatening the peace process
Civic Space, Identity Politics, and Minority Rights in Contemporary India: From Domestic Strains to Regional Perceptions Janurary 30, 2026 Online Ms. Dilawaiz Tabessum Share 20
The Evolving Militant Ecosystem: Spillover States, Traveling Militancy, and Who Gets Targeted Next Janurary 20, 2026 Online SAT Web Administrator Share 20 Janurary 2025 Wednesday
Civil–Military Relations in Transition: Continuity, Change, and Strategic Stability in Pakistan Janurary 10, 2026 Online SAT Web Administrator Share 10 Janurary 2025 Wednesday Roundtable Event