Opinion Articles

Zahra Niazi-Cohesion-MDS
Palestine

‘Consciousness without Cohesion’

In 1996, Samuel P. Huntington suggested that Islamic ‘consciousness without cohesion’ was one of the defining features of the Muslim world and a weakness to Islam. He questioned whether this condition would persist. Upon reflecting on events that have transpired since then, it becomes evident that the answer to this question is a resounding and unfortunate ‘yes.’ Recent events in the Middle East only serve as another reminder of Huntington’s assessment.
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October 17, 2023
Between Dignity
Palestine

Between Dignity and Despair: The Choice to Die on One’s Feet

The attack by Hamas on the Israeli mainland on Saturday morning caught many by surprise, evoking memories of the unexpected assault by Egypt and Syria in 1973. The latest death toll stands at 576 Palestinians and at least 800 Israelis killed. Additionally, a large number of civilian and military personnel were taken hostage and shifted to Gaza.
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October 14, 2023
Modi Election Play
India

Modi’s Election Playbook

In the evolving theatre of politics, narratives often take centre stage. When skillfully crafted and effectively delivered, they have the potential to manifest profound influence, yielding results that often surpass expectations. In the looming political landscape of India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has successfully capitalised on the ‘Hindutva’ and ‘anti-Pakistan’ narratives, which have been the linchpin of his previous two election campaigns.
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October 8, 2023
JF-17 Thunder
PAF

JF-17 Thunder – The Road To Self-Reliance

The philosophy behind the JF-17 project was to develop a lightweight, single-engine, multi-role combat aircraft that could replace PAF’s ageing fighter fleet while fulfilling the dynamic requirements of an evolving battle space and also propel the nation on the road to self-reliance and thereby, hedge against geo-political tectonics.
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October 7, 2023
India

Modi’s India on a Killing Spree

For a long time, India has projected itself as the world’s largest democracy. Western countries, driven by their economic and geopolitical interests, have often overlooked Indian, especially the present government’s human rights violations, persecution of minorities, curbs on media and even support for terrorist activities on foreign countries.
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October 6, 2023
Peace and Proliferation
Nuclear

Peace and Proliferation: Challenges in the Middle East

The Middle East has traditionally remained a hotbed of regional conflicts and interstate rivalries which have almost always seen involvement of extra-regional forces. While the past decade has seen intensification of these conflicts and increased anxieties owing to perceived Iranian nuclear ambitions, there have also been major moments of
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October 4, 2023
Digital Media

Social Media’s Role in Fomenting Extremism in Pakistan

In this era of information warfare, rapid communication tools, such as Facebook, Skype, Text, Instagram, Linkedin, Twitter, and WhatsApp, are frequently exploited by adversaries for communication and data sharing. Oxford Internet Institute reported that these platforms empower various entities to manipulate public opinion,
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October 4, 2023
Democracy

Meaningful Dissent

Conflict can be healthy, positive, and even necessary – if regard for the common good drives non-violent opposition. Rooted in the belief that meaningful dissent is essential for progress and an equitable future, this article asserts that state-restrictions on dissent is both counterproductive and increasingly difficult in the digital age.
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October 3, 2023
Politics

Inclusivity at the Ballot Box

The representation of women in democratic processes is a fundamental aspect of equitable governance and political empowerment. Historically, women’s participation in politics has remained constrained, with their voices marginalised and their voting rights often denied.
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September 28, 2023
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