IntroductionThe Iran nuclear agreement, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) marked a pivotal moment in global diplomacy. In return for billions in sanctions relief, Iran agreed to major nuclear limits and increased invasive inspections when the deal was signed in July 2015. Supporters lauded it as a buffer against Iran’s nuclear ambitions,…
Normally I refrain from elaborating on topics related to politics and typical political biases because my main interest revolves around strategic subjects, however, events are taking place, one after the other, targeting the Pakistan Army and its unity of command. I cannot just sit by. I have to elaborate the importance of unity of command…
For over a year now opinion in the golf world has been divided over the breakaway LIV golf league. Players, commentators and general public have been voicing their opinions – sometime quite vociferously – for or against this new enterprise. The main reason for this divisiveness is the fact that LIV golf is backed by…
IntroductionThe formal opening of the Ethiopian embassy in Islamabad is a milestone development in the bilateral cooperative relations of Islamabad and Addis Ababa because both governments have now decided to boost their interstate relations against the prevailing threats of contemporary world politics. In May 2023, the formal inauguration of the Embassy in Islamabad allowed the…
IntroductionThroughout the annals of human history, Allah has consistently sent messengers and revealed scriptures to offer guidance to humanity. Upon reaching a state of spiritual and moral maturity, Allah bestowed upon us the final messenger, Muhammad (ﷺ), and revealed the ultimate scripture, the Quran. This Quran serves as a comprehensive and meticulously preserved guide. Consequently,…
In recent times, Pakistan has witnessed a series of distressing incidents that highlight the vulnerabilities faced by its minority communities. These incidents shed light on the alarming frequency of attacks against minorities, particularly in cases of blasphemy allegations and forced conversions. A closer look at the available data paints a grim picture, emphasizing the pressing…
The socio-economic and political plight of Pakistan has worsened in recent years. Economically and mentally every Pakistani is down in the dumps due to the mounting inflation and sharp surge in the prices of commodities. What to speak of the common man under the clouds of unemployment more squeezed by electricity, petrol and utility billseven…
Introduction“Schism” refers to a split within a group due to discord, stemming from Latin ‘schisma’ and Greek ‘σχίσμα.’ . It denotes formal divisions, as in the Protestant Reformation. In Arabic, “shīʿa” (شِيعَة) means ‘sect/party, , occurring 12 times in the Quran, other word used is “tafarraqu” (تَفَرَّقُوا) means ‘divided.’ . ‘Schism’ and ‘division’ is prohibited…
Pakistan is going through multiple challenges in current times on economics, security, and political fronts. On the other hand, there are certain activities in the region that are of utmost important for Pakistan to take notice of and do appropriate measures to curb the possible impact. One noticeable activity is the Indian recent advancements towards…
“To fight a protracted war”. This is the literal translation of a four-character Chinese Chengyu idiom. It is thought to have been conceived by Sun Tzu, the great Chinese military strategist. In his era-defining book “The Art of War”, Sun Tzu says that “the supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting”….
