Dawn Editorial Summary
The recent surge in tensions between Pakistan and India underscores the deep-seated mistrust shaping their relations. The hijacking of the Jaffar Express in Balochistan reignited accusations from Pakistan’s military, which blamed India for backing militant groups, a claim reinforced by the 2016 arrest of RAW operative Kulbhushan Jadhav.
The Baloch insurgency has once again ignited a fierce debate on counterinsurgency (COIN) strategies, with Pakistan’s security institutions advocating forceful suppression while intellectuals and political leaders stress political resolution.
The article paints a stark picture of the long-standing rivalry between the West and Russia, likening them to one-eyed giants locked in an eternal struggle.
Balochistan’s long-standing unrest has taken a deadly turn, with an intensifying wave of militant violence shaking the foundations of the state. The province, plagued by decades of flawed policies, now faces a full-blown insurgency as separatist groups grow emboldened
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The latest attack on a train in Balochistan has escalated tensions, pushing the Pakistani state towards a forceful military response.
Farrukh Khan Pitafi, in his article “Canary Trap,” dissects the concept of strategic deception, often employed in intelligence operations, to expose internal vulnerabilities and potential betrayals
The article critically examines the historical repercussions of British colonial decisions, particularly the Balfour Declaration (1917) and the Radcliffe Award (1947), which continue to shape global conflicts.
Maulana Fazlur Rehman’s recent remarks at Darul Uloom Haqqania, where he unequivocally condemned religious militancy, mark a rare moment of clarity from a political and religious leader.
The digital revolution, once hailed as a force for enlightenment and connectivity, has paradoxically deepened societal divisions and eroded meaningful discourse