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Iran Warns of Wider Conflict if Provoked, Asserts Right to Nuclear Development

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  Iranian Foreign Minister has issued a strong statement, asserting that Iran will defend itself under any circumstances and will not hesitate to respond if pushed into conflict. “Iran does not seek to expand the war, but if forced, it could spread,” the minister warned, highlighting rising tensions in the region. He firmly stated that […]

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Nationalism or Terror? Baloch Militants Attack Pakistan’s Unity

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Pakistan’s security landscape is under threat as Baloch separatist militant groups, masquerading as freedom fighters, intensify their violent campaign against the state. These outlawed organizations—chief among them the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF)—have turned Balochistan into a battleground, targeting soldiers, development projects, and even civilians under the guise of so-called “nationalism.”

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Counter terrorism Strategy, Lessons from Swat, and the Global Ripple of the Iran-Israel Strike

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Syed Akhtar Ali Shah   In order to talk about counter terrorism strategy with the seriousness it demands, one must draw upon the experience of those who have been at the forefront of the state’s response. My own career in the Police Service of Pakistan began in 1988, and from my early assignments in the

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Taliban Reasserts Ban on ‘Foreign Jihad’, Signals Shift in Ties with Pakistan

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In a significant development for regional security, the Afghan Taliban in May 2025 reiterated its official policy prohibiting Afghan fighters from engaging in armed jihad outside Afghanistan. The statement, seen as a diplomatic gesture towards Pakistan, underscores a shifting dynamic in Kabul-Islamabad relations amid rising tensions over cross-border militancy. The announcement was made by Sheikh

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Pakistan’s Dual Battlefront: Fighting Terrorism and Framing Its Case on the Global Stage

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In a rare and significant acknowledgement, U.S. CENTCOM Commander General Michael Kurilla recently praised Pakistan’s counter-terrorism efforts, specifically highlighting the country’s success in neutralising high-value ISIS-Khorasan (IS-KP) commanders, many of whom remained elusive even for top American agencies like the CIA. His comments, made in a classified briefing to U.S. lawmakers, are not only timely

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Global Endorsement, Regional Reckoning: Pakistan’s UN Mandate Reshapes the Counter terrorism Landscape

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Zahir Shah Sherazi   Pakistan has secured a remarkable diplomatic breakthrough at the United Nations by being entrusted with the vice-chairmanship of the UN Counter terrorism Committee and the chairmanship of the committee responsible for overseeing sanctions related to Afghanistan, the Taliban, and other designated groups. This achievement is not only a recognition of Pakistan’s

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The Silk Road Revival: Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Road to Prosperity

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Mushtaq Yusufzai  The relationship between Pakistan and Afghanistan has been a complex and tumultuous one, marked by periods of mistrust, miscommunication, and missed opportunities. However, recent developments signal a much-needed thaw in relations, driven in large part by China’s diplomatic efforts. This shift presents a historic chance for the two nations to reset their ties,

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From Accusations to Authority: Pakistan’s Vice Presidency at UNSC Marks a Diplomatic Turning Point

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 Fida Adeel   In a world where perceptions often triumph over facts, and narratives are shaped more by political convenience than objective truth, Pakistan’s appointment as Vice President of the United Nations Security Council’s (UNSC) Counter Terrorism Committee (CTC) is nothing short of a diplomatic masterstroke. It marks a decisive shift from being unfairly labelled

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From Isolation to Influence: Pakistan’s Diplomatic Resurgence is No Accident

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Not long ago, Pakistan stood accused in global forums, hemmed in by narrative warfare, burdened by the label of “state sponsor of terror,” and largely excluded from meaningful multilateral decision-making. But today, we are witnessing an extraordinary reversal. Pakistan has not only regained the world’s trust, it has been handed responsibility. Pakistan has recently been

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