Human security is a national and international security approach that prioritises humans and their complex social and economic relationships. The notion of human security differs from traditional security studies, which focus on state security. Individuals are the subjects of the human security approach, and the final aim is to protect people against conventional (i.e., military) and nontraditional dangers such as poverty and sickness. Moving the security agenda beyond state security means complementing and expanding, not replacing it. The concept that human security deprivation may undermine peace and stability within and between governments is central to this strategy. In contrast, an overemphasis on state security can harm human security. 

Is Greater Israel Feasible?

Israel’s expansionist agenda may be a grand biblical promise to the Jews having immense geopolitical significance, but its realization is hardly impossible. The challenges posed to the materialization of this concept are eroding sovereignty of nation states, collapse of diplomatic relations, change of demography, domestic opposition, ethical or moral reservations, downgrading democratic values and international

Geneva convention and Israel’s War Crimes and Accountability

Israels alleged violation of Geneva conventions in the convention in the Palestinian conflict have raised global concerns about war crimes and the need for accountability under international law. In the context of the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, allegations of israeli war crimes including excessive use of force and targeting civilians, have been raised. These claims often

Is there a need for Judicial Reforms in Pakistan?

Pakistan, like many other countries, faces numerous hurdles in bringing judicial reforms. Inefficiencies and mistrust among the people, along with substantial delays in case processing, lead to a justice crisis in the country. The Judicial system plays an important role in upholding the rule of law, protecting the rights of every individual in the country

One year to Gaza Carnage: Role of Arab states and International Community

One-year anniversary of Israel’s brutality in Gaza marks on October 7th 2024 and we as a part of international community have failed to put it to a halt. The year has passed; subtle silence of Arab world and international community has made Gaza echoed with the horrific sounds of bombs and out-cries of infants. The

Bangladesh after Hasina: What’s the way forward?

Bangladesh faces the challenge of navigating a future that upholds the democratic aspirations championed by its young student protesters while also fostering the stability essential for the nation’s ongoing economic and political turmoil. Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s troubles began when a group of young student protesters called for the abolition of the unjust quota

How is the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh a violation of International Law?

Ismail Haniyeh’s assassination is seen by many as a grave violation of international law. Unlike previous Hamas leaders he was often spotted in public and seen indulging in several diplomatic visits. During his stay in Tehran following the inauguration ceremony of Iran’s new supreme leader, he was killed by a ‘possible’ air strike. Hamas alleges