Khalid Masood
Former Pakistan Army Officer, Student of Geo-Politics
& Public Relations. Writer & Digital Creator

In the grand theater of global affairs, geopolitics writes the script, but public relations delivers the performance. While nations jostle for influence through military alliances, trade routes, and territorial claims, their real power often lies in how the world perceives their intentions. A missile test can shake borders, but a well-timed speech or viral narrative can redraw minds. Public relations becomes the soft weapon of hard politics—shaping global opinion, masking aggression as diplomacy, and turning regional ambitions into stories of national pride. In today’s interconnected world, it’s no longer enough for a country to act powerful—it must also appear righteous, progressive, and justified. Thus, geopolitics fuels the strategy, but PR spins the story the world believes.
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Pakistan’s Bold Stand: Why Boycotting the India Match in T20 World Cup 2026 is Principled and Necessary
(By Faraz Ahmed) In the high-stakes world of international cricket, few events generate more excitement, revenue, and raw emotion than an India-Pakistan clash. These matches transcend sport—they become symbols of national pride, historical rivalry, and geopolitical tension. The upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri
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Pakistan’s Bold Stand: Why Boycotting the India Match in T20 World Cup 2026 is Principled and Necessary
(By Faraz Ahmed) In the high-stakes world of international cricket, few events generate more excitement, revenue, and raw emotion than an India-Pakistan clash. These matches transcend sport—they become symbols of national pride, historical rivalry, and

India-US Trade Deal 2026: Tariff Cut to 18% Hits Pakistan’s Exports
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction On 2 February 2026, in a development that unfolded with remarkable speed, US President Donald Trump announced via Truth Social that the United States and India had reached a bilateral trade

China’s Electrostate Ascendancy: Leading the World into a Clean, Electrified Future
(By Mohsin Tanveer) In the evolving landscape of global energy and geopolitics, a new paradigm has emerged: the “electrostate”. Unlike traditional petrostates reliant on finite fossil fuels for power and influence, an electrostate harnesses abundant,

Basant 2026: Lahore’s Skies Reclaim Color – A Joyful Revival or a Risky Gamble?
(By Ayesha Mahnoor) As of February 1, 2026, the streets of Lahore are alive with anticipation. Kite shops have opened their doors, vendors hawk bundles of colorful paper and cotton string, and social media buzzes

Pakistan’s Resolute Triumph Over India-Backed Fitna al-Hindustan Onslaught in Balochistan
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction: From Coordinated Terror to Decisive Victory On January 31, 2026, starting around 3:00 AM local time, Fitna al-Hindustan (FAH) terrorists—primarily the banned Baloch Liberation Army (BLA)—launched a brazen, multi-site offensive across

U.S.-Iran Escalation: Brinkmanship, Nuclear Ultimatums, and the Shadow of War
(By Quratulain Mahnoor) As tensions in the Middle East reach a fever pitch in late January 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump has issued stark warnings to Iran: negotiate a nuclear deal swiftly or face consequences

Asymmetric Trade Shocks: How India’s EU Deal and US Tariffs Reshape Pakistan’s Export Landscape Across Key Sectors
(By Faraz Ahmed) The conclusion of the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on January 27, 2026, during the 16th India-EU Summit in New Delhi marks a pivotal moment in global trade dynamics. Dubbed the

US Military Build-Up Near Iran in January 2026: Deterrence, Threats, and the Shadow of Escalation
(By Khalid Masood) In late January 2026, the United States has significantly bolstered its military presence in the Middle East, centering on the deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group to waters near

Security and Displacement: The Human Impact in Tirah
(By Quratulain Khalid) Introduction The Tirah Valley in Pakistan’s northwestern Khyber District has once again become a symbol of the fragile intersection between security operations, civilian vulnerability, and administrative preparedness. Long shaped by militancy, counterterrorism

Shifting Global Alliances: Is Trump’s Trade Aggression Signaling the End of U.S. Unipolar Dominance?
(By Khalid Masood) In the first weeks of 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump has returned to the White House with an intensified version of his signature “America First” playbook. Tariff increases on long-standing allies such

26 January: India’s Republic Day of Pride vs. Kashmir’s Black Day of Oppression
(By Quratulain Khalid) Introduction: The Stark Contrast of 26 January Every year on 26 January, India stages a spectacular display of military power and national pride in Delhi. Tanks rumble down wide avenues, fighter jets

Decoding Pakistan’s Entry into the Board of Peace – Opportunities, Criticisms & Geopolitics
(By Faraz Ahmed) Pakistan’s formal accession to the U.S.-led Board of Peace (BoP) on Gaza—formalized at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 22, 2026—represents one of the more intriguing foreign policy moves by

Sky47 Launch: A Strategic Leap Toward Pakistan’s Cloud and AI Sovereignty
(By Ayesha Mahnoor) The launch of Sky47, Pakistan’s largest domestically hosted cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure platform, represents a consequential development in the country’s digital and strategic evolution. While framed publicly as a technology

The West Turns Toward China in January 2026: Western Pragmatism in a Post-American Order
(By Faraz Ahmed) In the space of just one week in mid-January 2026, three prominent Western leaders delivered powerful endorsements of closer ties with China, marking what many observers are calling a diplomatic hat-trick for

Trump’s Golden Dome: America’s Ambitious Missile Shield – Vision, Reality, and Global Ripples
(By Khalid Masood) Trump’s Golden Dome represents one of the most ambitious and contentious defence initiatives of the second Trump administration. Announced via Executive Order 14186 in January 2025 as the “Iron Dome for America”

Poland’s Defiant Pakistan Outreach: Exposing India’s Diplomatic Pressure in the 2026 Jaishankar-Sikorski Spat
(By Ayesha Mahnoor) The recent diplomatic exchange between India and Poland on January 19, 2026, in New Delhi has exposed underlying tensions in their otherwise improving bilateral relationship. Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and

China’s Rise as the “Electrostate”: Dominance in Electrification, AI, Critical Minerals, and Global Influence
(By Khalid Masood) In the evolving global energy and technological landscape of 2026, a profound divergence is reshaping power dynamics. While the United States under the Trump administration leans heavily into fossil fuel production—positioning itself

The Greenland Crisis: NATO’s Military Committee Convened Amid Transatlantic Fracture and Arctic Power Plays
(By Khalid Masood) The Greenland Crisis of early 2026 has thrust NATO into its gravest internal challenge since the Cold War, pitting U.S. President Donald Trump’s revanchist ambitions against European allies’ defense of sovereignty. Triggered

Mass Protests in America: The Free America Walkout and the Fight for Democratic Norms in Trump’s Second Term
(By Khalid Masood) As of January 19, 2026—the eve of what organizers hope will become one of the most disruptive days of civic action in recent U.S. history—tens of thousands have already pledged to participate

Davos 2026 and the Fractured International Order
(By Quratulain Khalid) Introduction: Davos in a Changed World The World Economic Forum (WEF) at Davos has long been regarded as a symbolic meeting point of global consensus—a place where political leaders, corporate executives, policymakers,

Blackmail in the Arctic: Trump’s Tariff Ultimatum Over Greenland and the Fracturing of the Transatlantic Alliance
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction: An Extraordinary Ultimatum On the evening of January 17, 2026, President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social a declaration that sent shockwaves across the Atlantic. He announced that the United States

Who is Reza Pahlavi? The Exiled Son of Iran’s Last Shah in the Spotlight of Recent Unrest
(By Khalid Masood) Reza Pahlavi, born on October 31, 1960, in Tehran, Iran, is the eldest son of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran, and Empress Farah Diba (Farah Pahlavi). As the heir

Indian-Occupied Kashmir and the Masjid Data Controversy: Surveillance, Security, or Religious Profiling?
(By Faraz Ahmed) Introduction: A Controversy Unfolding in a Sensitive Landscape A fresh controversy has emerged in Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, intensifying long-standing debates over security, governance, and civil liberties in the region. Reports indicate

Trump Threatens to Invoke the Insurrection Act in Minneapolis: A Defining Test for American Democracy
(By Quratulain Khalid) Introduction: America Re-Enters a Familiar but Dangerous Phase The United States, long presenting itself as the world’s foremost champion of democracy and civil liberties, is once again confronting a moment that tests

U.S. Visa Freeze on 75 Countries: What It Means for Pakistanis and the World
(By Ayesha Mahnoor) Beginning January 21, 2026, the United States has announced a suspension of immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, Pakistan among them. The decision applies to immigrant visas only — such

Ajit Doval’s “Revenge” Rhetoric Exposed: Response to India’s Selective Historical Narrative
(By Faraz Ahmed) Introduction: Contextualizing Doval’s Speech in a Polarized Discourse Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval’s address at the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue on January 10, 2026, has sparked controversy by invoking “revenge”

The Arctic Prize: Greenland, Great-Power Rivalry, and the 2026 Crisis
(By Khalid Masood) Greenland, the world’s largest island and a self-governing autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, has emerged as one of the most volatile flashpoints in contemporary geopolitics. As of mid-January 2026, U.S.

Escalating Unrest in Iran: Trump States US Ready to Assist Protesters Seeking Freedom
(By Khalid Masood) The Middle East in January 2026 stands at a precarious crossroads, marked by widespread anti-regime protests in Iran, aggressive U.S. rhetoric under President Donald Trump, and lingering fallout from the June 2025

Trump’s 500% Tariff Threat: How U.S. Pressure Over Russian Oil Could Reshape India-U.S. Ties and Global Energy Flows
(By Quratulain Khalid) Introduction In early January 2026, a bombshell announcement from U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham sent shockwaves through Indian social media and financial markets. President Donald Trump had reportedly “greenlit” the Sanctioning Russia Act

The Resurgence of American Unilateralism: Navigating Toward a New Global Order?
(By Khalid Masood) The world feels like it’s holding its breath in January 2026. Just 10 days into the new year, U.S. President Donald Trump is making headlines with a series of dramatic, unilateral decisions

Pakistan’s Bold Stand: Why Boycotting the India Match in T20 World Cup 2026 is Principled and Necessary

India-US Trade Deal 2026: Tariff Cut to 18% Hits Pakistan’s Exports

China’s Electrostate Ascendancy: Leading the World into a Clean, Electrified Future

Basant 2026: Lahore’s Skies Reclaim Color – A Joyful Revival or a Risky Gamble?

Pakistan’s Resolute Triumph Over India-Backed Fitna al-Hindustan Onslaught in Balochistan

U.S.-Iran Escalation: Brinkmanship, Nuclear Ultimatums, and the Shadow of War

Asymmetric Trade Shocks: How India’s EU Deal and US Tariffs Reshape Pakistan’s Export Landscape Across Key Sectors

US Military Build-Up Near Iran in January 2026: Deterrence, Threats, and the Shadow of Escalation

Security and Displacement: The Human Impact in Tirah

Shifting Global Alliances: Is Trump’s Trade Aggression Signaling the End of U.S. Unipolar Dominance?

26 January: India’s Republic Day of Pride vs. Kashmir’s Black Day of Oppression

Decoding Pakistan’s Entry into the Board of Peace – Opportunities, Criticisms & Geopolitics
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