Between Military Escalation and Diplomacy: A Week of Global Strategic Uncertainty
Pakistan Holds Its Nerve As The Region Edges Toward The Brink The first five days of November left West Asia one decision away from renewed war. Through it all, Islamabad paired quiet diplomacy with real capability while others relied on noise and unconfirmed claims. Washington Weighs War Trump told the FT on 3 November the […]
Washington’s Iran Dilemma After the Midterms
Both international and American media are discussing the implications of the US midterm elections result on the Iran conflict. There are voices within the Trump Administration that blame the Iran conflict for the defeat of the Republican party in American elections. The Democrat-dominated new Congress will not come into office until January 3, 2027. The […]
US Court Halts Afghan Deportations But The Danger Has Not Passed
A federal court in New York has bought Afghan detainees a few days of breathing room, nothing more. On 3 November 2026, US District Judge Valerie Caproni of the Southern District of New York issued an order barring the deportation of Afghan nationals to Afghanistan. The order is valid only until 7 November 2026. The […]
Beyond the Diyas: The Universal Message of Diwali
Every year, millions of people across the world illuminate their homes, streets and communities to celebrate Diwali, widely known as the Festival of Lights. More than a religious observance or a colourful cultural occasion, Diwali carries a profound message about the enduring struggle between light and darkness, good and evil, knowledge and ignorance. Its significance, […]
Unmasking The Truth Behind The Execution Of Nazrul Islam Abdul Bashir And Siti Akhtar In Makkah
The handling by the judicial and security systems of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) of major crimes involving sanctities and moral constants is a decisive response governed by Islamic Sharia and the rule of law. According to the Saudi Interior Ministry’s statement, security authorities arrested the pair after the incident, an investigation led to […]
“Locked And Loaded” Trump Holds Fire As Iran Talks Continue
Iran And The US President Trump told the Financial Times he has no immediate plans to strike Iran: “I’m ready, we’re ready. We’re locked and loaded if we need to go, but there may be no reason for it.” He added, “We seem to be getting everything we want.” Indirect talks on the enriched uranium […]
Nuclear Arms Control In South Asia: Politics, Postures and Practices
Author: Dr. Zafar Nawaz Jaspal Publisher: Paramount Books (Pvt.) Ltd. In Nuclear Arms Control in South Asia: Politics, Postures and Practices, Dr Zafar Nawaz Jaspal explicates the nuclear politics, postures and doctrines adopted by nuclear armed rivals in South Asia. It thoroughly explains the arch rivalry between India and Pakistan with particular emphasis on arms […]
The Limits of Regional Diplomacy in Afghanistan
The eighth round of the Moscow Format consultations on Afghanistan, held on 5 October 2026, exposed a growing contradiction in regional diplomacy. While neighbouring states continue to pursue engagement with Kabul. They remain divided over the security conditions necessary for a stable Afghanistan. The meeting concluded without a joint communiquĂ© after Pakistani and Afghan representatives […]
The Ballot Box Reckoning: What Trump’s Midterms Signal for Trade in Asia
Today, the American people deliver their verdict on Donald Trump. He is not on the ballot himself, yet his tariffs, his prices and his war with Iran are. Every one of the 435 House seats, 35 Senate seats and 36 governorships is up for grabs, and the results will determine who controls Congress through the […]