The Kurram district of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has been shaken by sectarian clashes between Sunni and Shia tribes, claiming over 100 lives. What began as a land dispute quickly spiraled into a violent conflict, exposing the region's deep-seated historical, geographical, and socio-poli...

The Centre for Security and Strategy Studies (CeSCube) is a unique think tank fostering collaboration across generations to address the evolving challenges of international relations, geopolitics, and security studies. Inspired by the vision of our late founder, Prof. Dr. Pankaj K. Jha, we are dedic...

The Iranian Parliamentary elections, held in March 2024, offered a crucial insight into the political landscape of Iran and its potential ramifications both domestically and internationally. This essay will delve into the implications of the election results on Iranian politics and stability, consid...

Russian President Vladimir Putin has replaced Sergei Shoigu as defense minister, marking a significant Cabinet shakeup at the start of his fifth term. Shoigu will now serve as secretary of Russia’s Security Council. The move comes as Andrei Belousov is proposed to take over as defense minister. Th...

The 2024 US presidential election emerges as a critical juncture in American political history, reflecting heightened polarization and pivotal issues shaping the nation's future. Against a backdrop of deep societal divisions and external pressures, the election serves as a referendum on the country'...

The Pakistan Senate is considering a resolution to ban mainstream social media platforms, including Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Proposed by Senator Bahramand Tangi, the resolution cites concerns over the platforms' promotion of norms contrary to religious and cultural values, ...