(By Mohsin Tanveer) Introduction Diplomatic gatherings on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) have long been fertile ground for statesmanship, backroom bargaining, and the quiet forging of global alignments. This year’s highlight, however, has a distinctly strategic undertone. The White House confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump will meet with leaders from…
(By Khalid Masood) In a move that sends powerful ripples across the geopolitical landscape from the Middle East to South Asia, Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have signed a historic ‘Strategic Defence Agreement’. The signing ceremony in Jeddah, attended by Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, marks…
(Quratulain Khalid) Introduction: In the annals of post-colonial history, few nations have undertaken a diplomatic journey as complex and multifaceted as India. As the world’s largest democracy and a civilization with ancient roots, India’s foreign policy has consistently sought to balance its aspirational role as a global power with the immediate imperatives of national security,…
(By Quratulain Khalid) In the intricate web of contemporary international relations, India finds itself ensnared in a classic Catch-22 predicament—unable to sever its deep-rooted economic and strategic ties with the United States, yet increasingly drawn towards the Russia-China axis. This uneasy duality reveals the profound inadequacies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his foreign policy…
(By Ayesha Mahnoor) In a world increasingly fractured by Western unilateralism, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025, held in Tianjin, China, from 31 August to 1 September, emerged as a defining moment in global geopolitics. As a Pakistani expert in diplomacy and statecraft, I view this summit not merely as a regional gathering but…
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction: The Silent Power of Precision Throughout the history of warfare, few weapons have inspired as much respect, fear, and intrigue as the sniper rifle. More than just a tool, it is the embodiment of patience, precision, and lethality. From the battlefields of the First World War, where scoped rifles first saw…
(By Khalid Masood) In the rapidly evolving landscape of military technology, autonomous military robots have become essential for enhancing operational efficiency while minimizing risks to human soldiers. These advanced machines carry out a diverse range of tasks—from reconnaissance to explosive ordnance disposal—with remarkable precision and reliability. By integrating artificial intelligence, advanced sensors, and enhanced mobility,…
(By Khalid Masood) Modern warfare is witnessing a historic shift. Bullets, missiles, and bombs are no longer the only means to dominate a battlefield. A new class of weapon has arrived—one that moves at the speed of light and strikes with surgical precision: Directed Energy Weapons (DEWs). By 2025, lasers and microwave systems are no…
(Quratulain Khalid) Introduction: Modi’s Theatrical Deceptions Narendra Modi’s tenure as India’s Prime Minister is a masterclass in hypocrisy, cloaked in pompous rhetoric. For instance, his August 15, 2025, Independence Day speech at the Red Fort hailed Operation Sindoor as a triumph of Indian valor. He claimed it crushed enemies decisively. Yet, this masks a humiliating…
(Ayesha Mahnoor) Introduction: A Nation Awakened by Victory Tomorrow—August 14, 2025—Pakistan commemorates its 78th Independence Day with a passion unlike any before. This is not just a day crystallizing past liberation from colonial chains; it is a resounding affirmation of our resilience, of our ability to stand tall against aggression, and of our emergence as…
