War within wars — out of shadows
So finally, Iran’s patience with Israel’s constant provocation ran out; and on 14 April it…
Missing Persons – A Reality Check
The issue of missing persons in Pakistan is a contentious matter, often portrayed as a…
The mask is off
Someone recently shared a street photo from some Western country, where a letter box had…
Ties with Pakistan — IEA’s to-do list
IEA is divided between the pragmatic North and the more puritanical South over TTP handling.…
Counterterrorism: Who is Tasked with Doing What?
The National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) comes under the spotlight every time there is a…
Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations: Dispelling Historical Truths
The bogey of Pashtunistan and the oft-repeated claim that Durand Line was accepted by Afghanistan’s…
Pakistan’s airstrikes in Afghanistan — the aftermath
On 16 March 2024, a multiple suicide truck bomb and gun attack carried out by…
Hindu nationalism: India’s state of paranoia
India’s political leadership has always remained cognizant of the significance of the majority Hindu vote.…
Policing Through Cultural Sensitivities
The now famous story of police officer Syeda Shehrbano Naqvi deserves praise. Her efforts last…
Education – A Shield Against Crime
“School serves the same social functions as prisons and mental institutions-to define, classify, control, and…