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European Rearmament: Should Ballistic or Cruise Missiles Be Prioritized?

As Europe rearms, the key question looms: ballistic or cruise missiles? Ukraine’s FP-5 shows the logic—cost-effective, precise, and scalable. For Europe, cruise may be the pragmatic path to real deterrence.

‘Hit Deep Inside Russia’: Why is Compellence Even More Difficult Than Deterrence?

Trump’s 50-day ultimatum to Russia shows why compellence fails where deterrence might work. Forcing action from a defiant adversary—especially mid-war—is far tougher than stopping one from acting in the first place.

Why Local African Agencies Struggle Against Transnational Terrorism

Why do African agencies struggle against terrorism? It's not just tech or funds—it's mistrust, political control, poor coordination, and outdated methods in a fast-moving, borderless fight.

Looking into the Durand Line Conundrum

The Durand Line remains a fault line of history. From colonial ambitions to Taliban defiance, its legacy fuels tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan, shaping geopolitics and Pashtun nationalism.

The Taliban’s Shadow Support for Baloch Insurgency

The Taliban's covert backing of the Baloch insurgency fuels instability in Pakistan. With safe havens in Afghanistan, BLA and TTP escalate attacks, pushing Pakistan into deeper security turmoil.

The Trump Era and Global Politics: A Conversation with Dr. Chandra Muzaffar

Dr. Chandra Muzaffar, Malaysia's leading intellectual, shares insights on global justice, the rise of right-wing politics, and the future of world order in an exclusive interview with Mujeeb Rahman Kinalur.

The Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Dilemma

Russian President Vladimir Putin remarked “he didn’t support an immediate cease-fire in Ukraine, calling for more discussion on a permanent end to the war...

Moscow Terror Plot and the Afghan Sanctuary: Rising Threat of ISKP

The recent killing of an Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) affiliate by Russian security forces (FSB) in Moscow has once again underscored the persistent...

Relationship Between Afghanistan and Pakistan: Allies or Adversaries?

Pakistan and Afghanistan have a history of conflicted relations since Pakistan's establishment in 1947. Afghanistan is a neighboring country northwest of Pakistan, sharing a...

US Russia Synergy on Ukraine: A Turning Point or a Fleeting Truce?

Donald Trump's accession to the US presidency was sure to throw some curveballs at the global status quo. Leaders like President Donald Trump do...

Rethinking European Security: The Hidden Threat from Fragile Democracies

When most discussions about European security focus on the Russian threat, they overlook a more insidious risk—one emerging from within the fragile democracies of...

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Is There a Realistic Possibility of India Entering the CPTPP?

Can India realistically join the CPTPP amid protectionist lobbies, tariff limits, and costly reforms—or will New Delhi stick to flexible regional deals over binding mega trade pacts?

European Rearmament: Should Ballistic or Cruise Missiles Be Prioritized?

As Europe rearms, the key question looms: ballistic or cruise missiles? Ukraine’s FP-5 shows the logic—cost-effective, precise, and scalable. For Europe, cruise may be the pragmatic path to real deterrence.

Significance of Zohran Mamdani’s Win for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Zohran Mamdani’s historic NYC mayoral win marks a Gen Z-powered shift toward inclusive, community-driven politics—an immigrant’s victory redefining diversity, equity, and hope in America’s richest city.

A Decade of Teacher Shortages in Tajikistan

Tajikistan’s education system faces a deepening teacher crisis—nearly 4,000 vacancies by mid-2025, low pay, migration, and poor training threaten quality learning. A 30% pay rise helps, but far from enough.

The UAE Eyes a Leading Role in Security Cooperation and Technological Innovation

The UAE is redefining global security through innovation and cooperation—combining AI-driven policing, international training, and multilateral alliances to build a safer, tech-enabled world.