Afghan Taliban
Pak needs to see Taliban as a challenge, not an asset
Finding a sound strategy to deal with this conflict should be at the centre of Pakistan’s priorities.
Stay agile in Kabul
It’s a different matter whether peace can be brought about even if the talks are declared a success.
Standoff with Taliban & limits of US credibility
Zalmay Khalilzad negotiated with the Taliban over the past one year, and with more focus through the last four months.
After US exit, Afghanistan to be fertile land for ISIS’ entry
ISIS exploits political gaps and vulnerable environments to entrench itself and rule through fear or a select few power brokers.
The Taliban are coming! Should we run scared?
A reality check from the past to the present may be necessary to correctly assess this threat.
Won't derail peace talks with US despite blast in Balochistan: Afghan Taliban
The brother of Taliban chief was among 7 people killed when a powerful bomb ripped through a Balochistan mosque during Friday prayers.
Why is the US hell-bent on starting a war against Iran?
The Iranian armed forces showed they were no pushovers when Saddam Hussein attacked their country back in 1980.
US hostility towards Pak is driven by China rivalry
The recently announced US South Asia Policy is predicated on India’s regional domination.
Will economic adversity cost Pakistan a few good friends?
CPEC, which was until recently being projected as a game-changer for the country and the region, has lost its attraction in policy discourse.
Ironic! Freed Taliban chief leads difficult peace talks
A co-founder of the Afghan Taliban movement, his role is seen as critical to the effort to end the 18-year war.