The Gaza war has once again captured the world's attention, with horrifying photos of civilians suffering dominating world headlines. In response, the United States has come forward with a peace plan that promise to bring humanitarian relief, rebuild the devastated infrastructure of Gaza, and set out a political course of action. On paper, this U.S.READ MORE
Illegal Afghan refugees pose a serious security threat to Pakistan’s stability. Pakistan has been hosting Afghan refugees for decades, often at the expense of its national security. It began as an act of hospitality during Soviet invasion in 1979 but now it has become more of the challenge for Pakistan. Today, after almost four decadesREAD MORE
Pakistan-US have concluded a much-anticipated trade deal after President Trump returned to the power for his second term. Trump, who had pitched the slogan of “Making America Great Again” in his election campaigns, introduced tariff policy against states who it deemed unfavorable to its economic interests. While looking at US’ significance for Pakistan which providesREAD MORE
Pakistan’s 2025 climate crisis show that warnings and evacuations can save lives, but only prevention will be able to build resilience. The present climate crisis will be remembered as triple stress tests. There have been floods in Punjab, a heatwave in May and glacier lake outburst in the north. Sirens wailed across riverine districts andREAD MORE
Timely investments in early warning systems, glacier and watershed management, green infrastructure, and community-led adaptation can save northern Pakistan’s communities. The mountain valleys that feed the Indus and sustain millions face faster glacier melt, growing glacial lakes, deforestation, and more intense monsoon floods. Those hazards now combine with weak local infrastructure and limited disaster fundingREAD MORE
Israel’s blockade and obstruction of aid in Gaza show a deliberate use of starvation as a weapon against civilians. The food system has collapsed, children are dying of malnutrition, and humanitarian agencies warn of famine-level conditions across the territory. Israeli authorities control crossings, airspace, and the shoreline, and they dictate which convoys or supplies mayREAD MORE