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IAF Editorials: Asia/Pacific: Central/North Asia

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India and Pakistan on the Brink of Wider Conflict: What Next?
India and Pakistan on the Brink of Wider Conflict: What Next?
Following India’s strikes inside Pakistan after the Pulwama attack, this analysis warns of escalating Indo-Pak conflict, stressing miscalculation risks and calling for urgent U.S.-led mediation. By Dr... Read More...


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After Pahalgam: Charting the Dangers of Miscalculation in South Asia
After Pahalgam: Charting the Dangers of Miscalculation in South Asia
Author warns that South Asia’s lack of communication and aggressive rhetoric—exposed by the Pahalgam incident—risks catastrophic miscalculation between nuclear rivals India and Pakistan. By Anam Murad... Read More...


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The Escalation of the Balochistan Insurgency: Causes, Consequences, and Future Directions
The Escalation of the Balochistan Insurgency: Causes, Consequences, and Future Directions
Author analyzes the deepening Balochistan insurgency in Pakistan, urging political dialogue, economic inclusion, and human rights reforms for a sustainable resolution. By Tabish Munir. (05/05/2025) Read More...


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The Fragile Peace: Analyzing the Consequences of the Kashmir Tourist Attack on Indo-Pak Relations
The Fragile Peace: Analyzing the Consequences of the Kashmir Tourist Attack on Indo-Pak Relations
The tourist attack in Kashmir has reignited Indo-Pak tensions, jeopardizing the Indus Waters Treaty and highlighting urgent climate and water security risks for both nations. By Khizra Mushtaq. (05/03... Read More...


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Pahalgam: The Story of False Flag Operations and IWT
Pahalgam: The Story of False Flag Operations and IWT
Author argues that India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty following the Pahalgam terror attack is politically motivated, urging both India and Pakistan to pursue backchannel diplomacy and joint... Read More...


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Pakistan’s Afghan Repatriation Policy: Addressing a Growing Humanitarian Challenge
Author warns that Pakistan’s mass deportation of Afghan refugees risks creating a humanitarian crisis, urging more humane, nuanced policies and greater international support to protect vulnerable popu... Read More...


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A Blueprint for Counterinsurgency
A Blueprint for Counterinsurgency
Author advocates for a population-centric counterinsurgency strategy in Balochistan, emphasizing dialogue, governance reform, and social investment over military force to address root causes and win p... Read More...


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Pakistan's Counterterrorism Breakthrough: Unveiling the facts behind Sharifullah Arrest
Pakistan's Counterterrorism Breakthrough: Unveiling the facts behind Sharifullah Arrest
Author highlights Pakistan’s arrest of ISIS-K leader Sharifullah as a major counterterrorism success, pushing back against regional propaganda and urging broader cooperation to combat terrorism across... Read More...


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Unveiling Balochistan: Propaganda, Progress, and the Path to Reconciliation
Unveiling Balochistan: Propaganda, Progress, and the Path to Reconciliation
Author examines the complex realities of Balochistan, urging separation of fact from propaganda amid security challenges, development efforts, and regional tensions impacting reconciliation. By Abdul ... Read More...


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Shattered Aspirations: The Weaponization of Baloch Women by Extremists
Shattered Aspirations: The Weaponization of Baloch Women by Extremists
Ensuring stability and empowering women in Balochistan in essential to control their weaponization. By Noor Ul Huda Atif. (12/05/2024) Read More...


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Kashmir Vote: Navigating Identity, Autonomy, and Democracy
Analyzing the Kashmir elections. By Saima Afzal. (10/21/2024) Read More...


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From Democratic Hero to Autocratic Ruler: The Resignation of Sheikh Wahid
From Democratic Hero to Autocratic Ruler: The Resignation of Sheikh Wahid
Reasons behind the resignation of Sheikh Wahid. By Sarahamid Hamid. (08/09/2024) Read More...


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The Downfall of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina
The Downfall of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina
What are the reasons and impacts of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's ousting? By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (08/06/2024) Read More...


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Pakistan's Water Crisis
Pakistan's Water Crisis
It's time to address Pakistan's myriad of water issues. By Waleed Sami. (07/25/2024) Read More...


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The World Bank's $1.5 Billion Loan to India: A Revolutionary Move in Green Energy
The World Bank's $1.5 Billion Loan to India: A Revolutionary Move in Green Energy
What are the ramifications of the World Bank's recent green loan to India? By Khizra Mushtaq. (07/24/2024) Read More...


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The Complex Reality of Kashmir - Unraveling Professor Sajjad Raja’s Claims
The Complex Reality of Kashmir - Unraveling Professor Sajjad Raja’s Claims
By Shaheen Khan. (07/22/2024) Read More...


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Post-Election Scenario under Modi Regime
Post-Election Scenario under Modi Regime
Author looks at post-election scenarios in India. By Haris Gul. (07/17/2024) Read More...


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Iran’s Foreign Policy after President Raisi - A Short Note
Iran’s Foreign Policy after President Raisi - A Short Note
How has Iran's foreign policy be affected by the death of President Raisi? By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (05/30/2024) Read More...


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The Bangladesh Genocide: A Call for Recognition and Justice
The Bangladesh Genocide: A Call for Recognition and Justice
The Bangladesh Genoide hightlight the need to recognize past atrocities. (05/14/2024) Read More...


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Israel-Hamas War: Advantage India
Israel-Hamas War: Advantage India

Author provides critical assessment of Indian worker diaspora to the Middle East. By Sarosh Bana. (04/12/2024)

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Bangladesh: A Journey from Vulnerability to Resilience to Prosperity
Bangladesh: A Journey from Vulnerability to Resilience to Prosperity

Challenges present by climate change to Bangladesh and efforts to address it. By Rubaiyet Binte Nazmul. (02/29/2024)

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Pakistan’s 2024 Elections: A Test of Democracy and the Role of the Military
Pakistan’s 2024 Elections: A Test of Democracy and the Role of the Military

How can Pakistan's military have a positive impact on upcoming elections? By Iqra Awan. (02/20/2024)

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A Closer Look at the Iran-Pakistan Rift
A Closer Look at the Iran-Pakistan Rift

What's behind the Iran-Pakistan dispute? By Professor Manlio Graziano. (01/22/2024)

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Blood on Their Hands - Poonch Incident
Blood on Their Hands - Poonch Incident

Author reflects on the Poonch IIOJK Incident and its repercussions. By Iqra Awan. (01/19/2024)

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Unlocking Balochistan’s Socio-Economic Potential
Unlocking Balochistan’s Socio-Economic Potential

How can Balochistan’s socio-economic development be better realized? By Iqra Awan. (12/20/2023)

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The Gory Legacy of the Bangladesh Awami League
The Gory Legacy of the Bangladesh Awami League

Author calls on the international community to face the atrocities committed by the Bangladesh Awami League and support the democratic forces in Bangladesh. By Iqra Awan. (12/15/2023)

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Remembering 27 October: A Tale of the Freedom Struggle of Kashmiris
Remembering 27 October: A Tale of the Freedom Struggle of Kashmiris

After decades of conflict, Kashmir continues to be an issue. By Iqra Awan. (11/01/2023)

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Modi's Leadership Harnessing Nationalism for Political Gains
Modi's Leadership Harnessing Nationalism for Political Gains

Examining recent actions by Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party. By Muhammad Wasama Khalid. (09/20/2023)

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Political War and Conflicts in Pakistan
Political War and Conflicts in Pakistan

Author discussing the ongoing political conflicts in Pakistan including the recent arrest of Imran Khan and its effects. By Mohsin Fareed Shah. (08/17/2023)

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Patronage-based politics and barriers on access in Pakistan
Patronage-based politics and barriers on access in Pakistan

Author discusses nepotism in Pakistan, highlighting poor governance and ways to tackle it. By Mohsin Fareed Shah. (08/14/2023)

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