(By Khalid Masood) With 20 aircraft lost, an AWACS destroyed, and 10 radar sites hit, the conflict exposes fundamental vulnerabilities in U.S. sensor architecture—and the brutal reality of modern air combat attrition. I. Introduction: Taking Stock On April 1, 2026, President Donald Trump delivered a nationwide televised address, declaring that the conflict with Iran would…
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction: The Paradox of Modern Power In the annals of military history, victory has traditionally been measured by the destruction of enemy capabilities, the seizure of territory, and the imposition of political will through overwhelming force. Yet, the recent confrontation between the United States and Iran presents a strategic paradox that challenges…
(By Quratulain Khalid) The brief but intense eight-day conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States has sparked a wave of debate among military analysts and geopolitical observers. While the duration of the conflict was relatively short, its implications may prove far-reaching. From battlefield engagements to political consequences, the war appears to have altered perceptions…
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction The 20th century was defined by unprecedented global conflict—two devastating World Wars, the ideological battles of the Cold War, and numerous regional struggles that reshaped nations. Behind these cataclysmic events were military commanders whose strategies, leadership, and decisions altered the course of history. This article examines the ten greatest generals of the 20th…
(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…
(Reviewed by Khalid Masood) Pravin Sawhney’s The Last War is a meticulously researched and sobering exploration of the shifting paradigms of modern warfare, spotlighting the urgent strategic challenges India faces in its evolving conflict with China. Published by Aleph Book Company, this 424-page work combines deep expertise in defence technology with incisive geopolitical analysis to provide a…
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction Modern warfare is no longer fought solely on the battlefield with tanks, guns, and boots on the ground. Today, war is also waged in cyberspace, through autonomous drones, deepfake propaganda, and intelligent systems that make decisions faster than any human general could. At the heart of this transformation is Artificial Intelligence…
(By Khalid Masood) Introduction In the covert world of espionage, the most dangerous weapons are often not guns or missiles, but charm, trust, and conversation. The curious case of Catherine Pérez-Shakdam, a French journalist-turned-Islamic convert, is not merely a tale of betrayal — it is a piercing indictment of the modern vulnerabilities in national security….
(By Khalid Masood) India, it seems, remains trapped in the illusions of the 19th-20th century—overestimating its global standing based on the sheer size of its market and its strategic alignment with the United States. Mistakenly equating economic potential with geopolitical wisdom, Indian policymakers continue to peddle a foreign policy marred by duplicity and theatrics, believing…
