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A Strike on Sovereignty: Unpacking the Attack on Qatar and the Shifting Geopolitical Landscape
Israel's attack on Qatar, a key US ally, raises questions about sovereignty, diplomatic norms, and the effectiveness of regional alliances.
The Enduring Legacy of Ahmad Shah Massoud
Ahmad Shah Massoud's vision for Afghanistan lives on, with his legacy enduring in the NRF's fight against the Taliban.
A wide view of the UN Security Council briefing on threats to global peace and security from terrorist acts. [UN Media, 20 Aug 2025]
A wide view of the UN Security Council briefing on threats to global peace and security from terrorist acts. [UN Media, 20 Aug 2025]
Afghan Exiles, Islamabad Talks, and the Irony of Taliban Criticism
Islamabad’s peace dialogue faces Kabul’s criticism, while militants enjoy safe havens inside Afghanistan.
Bridging Borders: A Renewed Iran-Pakistan Vision
Iran and Pakistan aim to boost ties through economic cooperation and regional stability.
A worker finalizes a Jinnah portrait on a hill in Islamabad before Pakistan Day. [Image Credits: Farooq Naeem/AFP]
On March 23, 1940, the Lahore Resolution set the stage for Pakistan’s creation. But what does true freedom mean when colonial legacies persist?
With Pakistan’s refugee challenge escalating, the world must confront its role in the Afghan crisis and share the burden.
With Pakistan’s refugee challenge escalating, the world must confront its role in the Afghan crisis and share the burden.
Accession, terrorism, geopolitics. The real story of the ‘Black Day’ of Balochistan goes beyond what we’re told! Let’s explore. [Image via SAT Creatives]
Accession, terrorism, geopolitics. The real story of the ‘Black Day’ of Balochistan goes beyond what we’re told! Let’s explore.
As border skirmishes continue, the Torkham Crisis exposes deeper security and diplomatic rifts. What’s next for Pakistan-Afghanistan relations?
As border skirmishes continue, the Torkham Crisis exposes deeper security and diplomatic rifts. What’s next for Pakistan-Afghanistan relations?
The Afghan Taliban-ISKP spiral is spiraling out of control, threatening stability—Akora Khattak’s tragedy is just the tip of the iceberg. [Image via SAT Creatives].
The Afghan Taliban-ISKP spiral is spiraling out of control, threatening stability—Akora Khattak’s tragedy is just the tip of the iceberg.
Officials deny reports of Asim Munir contacting US President Trump, calling them fake amid confusion over Islamabad talks.
Afghan leader Mohammad Mohaqiq recognizes the Durand Line as an international border, citing UN-defined geography.
Iran names Pakistan as the sole official mediator in ongoing diplomatic efforts amid rising regional tensions.
Debate intensifies over US-India nuclear cooperation and non-proliferation norms, with critics highlighting double standards and selective global policies.
When Pakistan’s private media mourns India’s icons and India quietly erases ours.
Reports of an alleged drone strike in Nimroz under Operation Ghazab al-Haq targeted a vehicle near the Afghanistan border.
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