Tag: International Relations

Kashmir Black Day: Amir Muhammad Khan Calls for Sustained Action

Amir Muhammad Khan
Kashmiri civilians gather in a peaceful remembrance event marking October 27 Kashmir Black Day.

Another Black Day Has Passed, but Kashmir Still Awaits Justice By Amir Muhammad Khan Another October 27 has passed, marking another Black Day for Kashmiris and renewing calls for the right to self-determination. For the Kashmiri people, the date represents the beginning of a painful chapter in their history, one that continues to shape political debate and diplomatic relations between Pakistan and India. India’s military arrival in Jammu and Kashmir on October 27, 1947, remains central to Pakistan’s account of the dispute. Since then, generations of Kashmiris have experienced conflict,…

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Israel Elections: Netanyahu, Iran Tensions and Overseas Voters

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad
Symbolic representation of Israeli elections, regional tensions with Iran and the potential role of overseas Israeli voters.

Israel Elections, Iran Tensions and the Role of Overseas Voters Gain Significance Security Developments, Netanyahu’s Political Future, Potential Return of Israelis Living Abroad and New Opportunities for the Opposition BY Mian Iftikhar Ahmad LAHORE, Pakistan: As Israel’s parliamentary elections approach, discussions surrounding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political future, escalating tensions with Iran and the electoral role of Israeli citizens living abroad are gaining significance. Alongside the contest between Netanyahu’s right-wing governing coalition and various opposition parties, regional security, judicial reforms, government performance and Israel’s international standing could also influence the…

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When Conflict Becomes an Electoral Asset: Politics and War

Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal
Political campaign imagery contrasted with military silhouettes, illustrating the relationship between conflict, national security and electoral politics.

When Conflict Becomes an Electoral Asset By Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal Democracy is meant to be a contest of performance. Governments seek re-election by presenting their achievements, while opposition parties challenge their record and offer alternative policies. Voters are expected to judge them on matters that shape everyday life; employment, inflation, education, healthcare and the quality of public institutions. Yet this democratic ideal is often overshadowed by a more expedient political calculation. When domestic performance becomes difficult to defend, political leaders increasingly turn to external threats to shift public attention from…

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France and the Enduring Politics of Protest

Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal
Demonstrators gather in Paris with French flags, reflecting France's long tradition of political protest.

France and the Enduring Politics of Protest by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal Nations are shaped not only by their institutions and constitutions but also by historical experiences that leave a lasting imprint on the collective mind. Some societies develop a particular sensitivity to injustice, while others acquire a deep suspicion of authority. In France, the memory of revolution continues to inform the relationship between the state and its citizens. More than two centuries after the overthrow of the monarchy, the French remain willing to challenge policies they regard as unfair, defend…

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Muslim Unity and the Designs of Great Powers

Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal
Symbolic illustration of Muslim unity, global power politics and cooperation among Muslim nations.

Muslim Unity and the Designs of Great Powers by Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal History is a stern teacher, but nations that refuse to learn from its lessons are condemned to repeat its tragedies. The Muslim world, blessed with immense natural wealth, strategic geography, a common faith and a civilisation that once illuminated the world with knowledge and wisdom, has too often found itself divided, weakened and exposed to the ambitions of powerful nations. The question that demands serious reflection is whether these calamities are merely the consequences of internal failures or…

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From Code 100 to Doomsday? Iran, America, and Israel Face to Face

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

By Mian Iftikhar Ahmad From Code 100 to Doomsday? Iran, America, and Israel Face to Face: Shadows of Danger over the Strait of Hormuz, a New Alignment in the Gulf, and a Stern Test for Pakistan. The Middle East once again appears to be standing at such a delicate juncture where a minor military step could push the entire region toward a wider war. Reports of Iran’s armed forces adopting an extremely sensitive state of readiness called “Code 100,” U.S. President Donald Trump’s sudden return from Camp David, Israeli Prime…

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Akhand Bharat, Greater Israel Dreams of Raw Sleep

Zain Ali
Pakistan Role in Iran Israel Conflict showing diplomatic mediation and global peace efforts

(Publish from Houston Texas USA) (By Amir Muhammad Khan) The Pakistan Role in Iran Israel Conflict has gained global attention as tensions between Iran and Israel, backed by the United States, continue to disrupt international stability. This conflict has not only slowed global economic progress but has also exposed the inefficiency of international institutions that were once considered guardians of peace. The ongoing crisis raises a fundamental question: how can peace-loving nations and developing economies survive in a world increasingly driven by unilateral power politics? Failure of Global Institutions and…

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