National Security

International Law Perspective on Israel’s ground invasion in Lebanon 0
- Blog, National Security
- October 30, 2024
The violation of international law by Israel’s recent invasion of Lebanon is multi-fold. Israel has not only violated Lebanon’s state sovereignty, but it has also gone against the principles of International Humanitarian law (IHL) and various UN Resolutions. This state often cites self-defence as its motive for such actions. The real question is whether, theREAD MORE
Legality of Israel’s preemptive strike and Self-Defence in the light of international law 0
- Blog, National Security
- October 30, 2024
There has been much discussion and disagreement on whether Israel's preemptive strikes and claims of self-defense are permitted under international law. The interpretation of the UN Charter, customary international law, and particular geographical circumstances that make the application of these legal frameworks more difficult are the main guiding principles of these acts. The dispute revolvesREAD MORE
Role of ICJ and the Gaza Conflict 0
- Blog, National Security
- October 11, 2024
The International Court of Justice has a notable function when it comes to the Gaza conflict, however its decisions are non-binding in nature which considerably reduces their impact on the nations in question and the world in general. Some key elements regarding its involvement in the conflict involve its advisory opinions and it is invokingREAD MORE

Is India’s Nuclear Programme Safe Enough?0
- Blog, National Security
- October 11, 2024
The Indian Nuclear programme is facing concerns over its safety including the potential for accidents, natural disasters, and security threats such as buying and selling of radioactive materials in the black market. The government has made efforts to incorporate lessons learned from global nuclear incidents, but public perception of safety varies, and there are ongoingREAD MORE
Can UN still claim its role of Global Peacemaking?0
- Blog, National Security
- October 11, 2024
The United Nations has long ceased to function as the global peacemaker it was intended to be. The ongoing Indian cruel acts in Kashmir, following Russia-Ukraine conflicts with the latest Israel’s aggression against Palestine having an extended out-reach to Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen reveal that the UN, while designed as a beacon of diplomacy andREAD MORE
Pakistan’s Foreign Policy and Reframing its formulation 0
- Blog, National Security
- July 19, 2024
Structural changes are necessary for the foreign policy of Pakistan to achieve its objectives to the fullest. Over the years we have seen that this policy is not delivering the desired outcomes. For it to deliver results, the policy needs to be revamped in both diplomatic and economic fronts while keeping globalization under consideration. Policy-makersREAD MORE