Javed Iqbal

The Global Terrorism Index Report 2025 ranked Pakistan as the second-most severely affected country by terrorism, a sharp climb from tenth place in 2022. The report highlights that terrorist attacks more than doubled in 2024, with casualties increasing by 45%. The GTI data underscores Kabul’s facilitation and provision of a conducive environment to more than […]

Pakistan has been battling the scourge of terrorism for the past two decades. Since the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan, the relentless cycle of terrorism has continued. This is primarily due to the Afghan Taliban’s support and patronage of terrorists, which Pakistan has repeatedly brought to their attention. Leveraging the full support and facilitation […]

IAG’s three-year authoritarian rule now seems to be heading towards its logical conclusion as serious differences have developed between their senior leadership over governance and corruption issues. A major development in this regard is the story of Abbas Stanikzai, the Taliban’s deputy foreign minister, who reportedly left in January 2025 after openly criticizing Taliban supreme […]

Three and half years of IAG’s rule in Kabul is marked with nothing but chaos, instability, infighting between different groups, strained relations with neighbours and last but not least, its failure to honour its Doha commitment. The weak writ of IAG has encouraged different terrorist groups like ISKP to expand their influence, posing a significant […]

Although the demand and supply principle is a purely economic term usually used to explain economic issues. But it also provides the best analysis of a country’s available resources and the demand of the population. Maintaining a balance between available resources and demand is a sane approach and time tested recipe for success. This approach […]

TTP and BLA, with full support from the adversaries of Pakistan, are jointly working to destabilize Balochistan and KPK. Using the US leftover weaponry in Afghanistan, these groups are wreaking havoc in different areas of Pakistan. Pakistan has made unprecedented sacrifices in the fight against terrorism in terms of precious lives and billions of dollars. […]

The Modi administration’s policies, driven by the Hindutva ideology, have significantly eroded India’s image as a secular nation. Minorities, including Muslims, Christians, and low-caste individuals, are living in increasingly difficult conditions. Reports from various watchdogs highlight the growing ethnic clashes in Manipur, characterized by rising hostility and violence, with hundreds affected by these incidents. According […]

Child exploitation and abuse are grave societal concerns that demand careful, evidence-based discussion rather than inflammatory rhetoric. Recent public discourse surrounding “grooming gangs” in the UK has been clouded by misconceptions and racial stereotyping which has sparked heated debates and concerns about racial profiling. Contrary to Elon Musk’s prejudiced comments against Pakistanis, official data paints […]

Throughout history, diaspora communities have been instrumental in driving progress and prosperity in their adopted nations while maintaining vital connections to their homelands. These communities serve as cultural ambassadors, sharing their heritage and values while helping shape international perceptions of their native countries. According to the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, approximately 272 […]

Kabul’s complete disregard and denial of Islamabad’s repeated calls of taking actions against TTP eventually resulted in the recent airstrikes by Pakistan against TTP Fitna Al Khawarij camps in border areas. These camps had been a persistent source of cross-border terrorism, undermining Pakistan’s peace and security. In the attack four major terrorist centers were targeted […]