Language: The Missing Front in Pakistan’s Security Doctrine
From classrooms to conflict zones, language has always shaped empires. For Pakistan, ignoring it as a strategic asset may be its gravest miscalculation yet.
Imran Khan’s Sons Speak Out: Advocacy or Political Theatre?
On August 1, 2025, the sons of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, Kasim and Sulaiman, stepped into the global spotlight with a high-profile interview on Piers Morgan Uncensored. Their message was one of filial devotion and grave concern, painting a picture of a father unjustly imprisoned and a Pakistani state bent on persecution. The emotional […]
Iran and Pakistan Deepen Ties on Trade, Security, and Diplomacy
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s visit to Pakistan marks a major strategic reset, with $10B trade ambitions, security pacts, and shared diplomacy.
Iranian President in Pakistan: Advancing Iran-Pakistan Cooperation
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s visit to Pakistan advances cooperation on security, trade, and regional diplomacy amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
Afghan FM’s Visit to Pakistan: Security, Trade, and Refugee
The August 2025 visit of Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister to Islamabad highlights urgent talks on TTP militancy, stalled trade, and refugee repatriation, underscoring the intertwined security and economic challenges shaping Afghanistan-Pakistan relations today.
From Al-Qaeda to ISIS-K: Tracing the Evolution of US-Pakistan Counterterrorism Cooperation
Despite strategic shifts and political tension, U.S.–Pakistan counterterrorism cooperation has endured, adapting to new threats and delivering results against groups like TTP, ISKP, and Al-Qaeda.
Tariffs, Tensions, and Turning Points: Trump’s Strategic Shift on India
Trump’s second term marks a sharp shift in U.S.-India ties, with tariffs and renewed Pakistan outreach reshaping the South Asia strategy.
The US-Pakistan Counterterrorism Alliance: A Strategic Necessity
The US-Pakistan counterterrorism alliance remains vital in tackling ISIS-K, Al-Qaeda, and TTP threats across South and Central Asia.
Operation Sarbakaf: The price of stability
Operation Sarbakaf aims to reassert state control in Bajaur amid escalating militant violence, but civilian risks and disinformation complicate the battle.