Author: Dr. S.B Saeed

Introduction In the intricate landscape of South Asian security dynamics, Pakistan has confronted persistent threats emanating from militant sanctuaries across its western border with Afghanistan. Following the Taliban’s resurgence in Kabul in 2021, the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and affiliated groups have exploited Afghan territory to launch cross-border attacks, resulting in significant casualties within Pakistan. In response, the Pakistan Armed Forces particularly the Army and Air Force have executed a series of targeted, intelligence-driven operations that have demonstrably degraded terrorist infrastructure and disrupted militant networks. These military successes have been complemented by astute diplomatic initiatives that have isolated Afghanistan internationally and…

Introduction The outbreak of open warfare between the United States, Israel, and Iran in late February 2026 marked one of the most dangerous escalations in modern Middle Eastern history. Coordinated strikes on February 28 targeted Iranian nuclear facilities, military infrastructure, and reportedly resulted in the assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering Iranian retaliatory missile and drone attacks across the Gulf and beyond. Amid this crisis, Pakistan sharing a long border with Iran, maintaining deep historical ties with Saudi Arabia, and preserving strategic relations with the United States faced immense pressure from multiple directions. Rather than succumbing to polarization,…

Introduction In an era marked by persistent regional instability, the sovereignty and security of nations are increasingly challenged by non-state actors operating across porous borders. On February 22, 2026, Pakistan conducted precision airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan, targeting militant hideouts linked to the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and its affiliates. This operation, executed during the holy month of Ramadan, was a calculated retaliation to a series of deadly attacks within Pakistan, including suicide bombings in Islamabad, Bajaur, and Bannu that claimed dozens of lives. Far from an act of aggression, these strikes underscore Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to defending its territorial integrity against…

Introduction In an era marked by geopolitical volatility, the establishment of the Board of Peace represents a paradigm shift in international conflict resolution mechanisms. Conceived by United States President Donald J. Trump as an alternative oversight body to traditional multilateral institutions like the United Nations, the Board of Peace was formally inaugurated on February 19, 2026, in Washington, D.C. This entity, tasked primarily with supervising the implementation of the October 2025 Gaza ceasefire and facilitating reconstruction efforts in the region, embodies a pragmatic, power-centric approach to global harmony. With pledges exceeding $17 billion in financial commitments and troop deployments from…

Introduction In the early hours of February 22, 2026, Pakistan’s military executed precision airstrikes on terrorist hideouts in Afghanistan’s border provinces of Nangarhar and Paktika, targeting camps affiliated with the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP). These operations, described by Pakistan’s Ministry of Information as “intelligence-based, selective targeting,” were a direct response to a series of deadly suicide bombings in Pakistan, including a devastating attack on a Shia mosque in Islamabad that claimed dozens of lives. The strikes reportedly neutralized key militant infrastructure, underscoring Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to national security amid escalating threats from Afghan soil. Afghan…

Introduction In the bustling landscape of global innovation and creativity, India stands as a paradox a nation brimming with talent yet plagued by a persistent shadow of plagiarism and intellectual theft. The recent scandal at Galgotias University, where a Chinese-made robotic dog was paraded as an indigenous AI marvel, exemplifies this enduring issue. This incident, unfolding at the India AI Impact Summit in February 2026, not only sparked viral mockery but also ignited debates on India’s fraught relationship with originality. As one social media user quipped, “Galgotias didn’t invent the wheel they just claimed they did, after buying it from…

Introduction: Unveiling the Shadows In the shadowy underbelly of global power, where billionaires, politicians, and predators intermingle, India has emerged as a glaring participant in one of history’s most infamous scandals: the Jeffrey Epstein affair. While the world grapples with the revelations from unsealed court files and investigative journalism, the Indian connections particularly involving Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, and industrialist Anil Ambani paint a damning picture of a nation where elite impunity thrives, democratic values erode, and international influence is peddled through the vilest networks. Drawing from the detailed exposés by Indian YouTuber Dhruv Rathee…

Introduction Climate change is a quintessential global crisis, driven predominantly by anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from industrialized nations, yet its most severe consequences are borne by developing countries that contribute minimally to the problem. This asymmetry underscores a profound injustice, where nations like Pakistan—emitting less than 1% of global GHGs rank among the most vulnerable to extreme weather events, sea-level rise, and ecosystem disruptions. Vulnerable countries in South Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and small island states face amplified risks due to geographic exposure, socioeconomic fragility, and limited adaptive capacity. Pakistan exemplifies this plight: despite its negligible emissions footprint, it has…

Introduction Let’s be brutally honest: The tweet and statement from UN Special Rapporteur Prof. Ben Saul, joined by other UN experts, decrying Pakistan’s 2025 amendments to the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) as a threat to human rights is not just misguided, it’s dangerously out of touch with the blood-soaked reality Pakistan has endured for decades. These amendments, reviving Section 11EEEE for up to 90 days of preventive detention based on credible suspicion of terrorism links, aren’t tools of oppression; they’re emergency lifelines for a nation that has sacrificed tens of thousands of lives and trillions in economic damage fighting a war…

Introduction In the shadow of the Hindu Kush mountains, Afghanistan has long been a crucible of conflict, but under the Taliban regime, it has metamorphosed into a veritable sanctuary for global terrorism. Recent United Nations reports, including the latest from the Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, paint a stark picture: Afghanistan harbors over 20 terrorist organizations, serving as a launchpad for cross-border attacks that imperil regional stability. This revelation not only contradicts the Taliban’s vehement denials but also unequivocally endorses Pakistan’s persistent narrative that its western neighbor has become the epicenter of terror threats. For Pakistan, a nation that…