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Thu. January 22, 2026

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A New Big Stick-on Nonproliferation.

Author examines the U.S. proposal to formalize military counter-proliferation under a new “Nonproliferation Enforcement Initiative”—arguing it could deter nuclear threats but risk undermining global a... Read More...

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Tick. Tick. Boom. – Heritage’s Nuclear Fantasy and the World at Risk

Criticism of the Heritage Foundation’s call to triple U.S. nuclear weapons—arguing it ignores human, environmental, and diplomatic risks, reviving Cold War-era strategic delusions. By Shehrbano Asif. ... Read More...

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Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Defence Agreement: How Declining U.S. Power Reshaped Riyadh’s Choices

Author argues that the 2025 Saudi–Pakistan defense pact reflects declining U.S. reliability—reshaping Riyadh’s security strategy while elevating Pakistan as a key regional actor. By Mariam Qureshi. (1... Read More...

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Terror Networks and the New Drug Trade

Author argues that Afghanistan has become an unstable country, presenting security issues to the world. By Umair Khan. (09/08/2025) Read More...

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The China - Pakistan Maritime Strategic Alliance and the Future of Global Shipping

Author argues that the China-Pakistan maritime alliance presents a strong economic and security regional force. By Amina Jabbar. (09/03/2025) Read More...

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Nuclear Deterrence for All: Why Global Security Demands Equal Access to Nuclear Weapons

Author asks whether broader nuclear deterrence—if equitably accessible—could prevent war, challenging conventional non-proliferation logic and exposing global power asymmetries. By Oumar Fofana. (07/2... Read More...

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World Leaders and the Vote of No Confidence

Author condemns the political rehabilitation of violent extremists like al-Julani, warning that legitimizing such figures betrays victims, undermines justice, and endangers global security. By Saad Al... Read More...

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The Relationship Between Religion and Politics: From Ideological Exploitation to Colonial Investment in Extremist Religious Groups

Author argues that terrorist groups threaten regional and global stability and imposes complex challenges on both states and peoples. There is an urgent need for action. By Saad Al Halabi. (06/20/2025... Read More...

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Retrofitting a Framework of Strategic Adaptation: Improvisational Militarism in India and Pakistan

Article explores how India and Pakistan use jugaad—frugal, improvised innovation—to retrofit aging military systems, enabling strategic adaptability despite resource and technology constraints. By Dr.... Read More...

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New Issue of International Affairs Forum: 2025: A Reset in Uncertain Times

Read the latest issue of emstrongInternational Affairs Forum where academics, practitioners, and our Student Award Winners discuss issues facing the world in 2025, from democracy, to climate change, A... Read More...

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The Taliban: From Ideological Insurgents to Organized Crime Syndicate

Analysis argues the Taliban has evolved from ideological insurgents into a sophisticated organized crime syndicate, exploiting the opium trade, human trafficking, and systemic coercion to fund its reg... Read More...

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Influence and Psychological Operations within the Context of Wargames: Focus on Brazil

The presence of influence operations in wargames constitutes this article's central core, covering aspects pertaining to the information environment as well as to cognitive / psychological operations.... Read More...

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Trump's War

The recent clash between US President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky unsettles not only the international balance but also the internal stability of the United States. By Prof. Manlio Graziano... Read More...

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Turkey’s Drone Policy

Paper provides analysis of the use of drones by Turkey in its regional security policy. By Francesco Stuffer. (01/30/2025) Read More...

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How can the U.S. sanctions on Pakistan's ballistic missile impact South Asian stability?

Author arguest that sanctions will create a strategic imbalance in South Asia that can fuel intense conflicts. By Abdul Mussawer Safi. (01/07/2024) Read More...

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How to Cripple Proxy Militias: Lessons From the Recent IDF Operations

In recent months, the Israeli Defense Force (IDF) has launched a combined arms campaign against two of the most powerful Iranian proxy militias. Author explores what can be learned for battling proxy ... Read More...

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Shattered Aspirations: The Weaponization of Baloch Women by Extremists

Ensuring stability and empowering women in Balochistan in essential to control their weaponization. By Noor Ul Huda Atif. (12/05/2024) Read More...

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Room for Anymore? New Members and Collaboration in the AUKUS Partnership

Author examines the AUKUS agreement, the potential for the expansion of members, and collaboration with external nations. By Lachlan Forster. (08/02/2024) Read More...

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The Blue Frontier: Enhancing Maritime Awareness between South Korea and Europe in Indo-Pacific

Overview of Maritime Awareness in the Indo-Pacific. By Mahnoor Safeer. (07/05/2024) Read More...

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New Issue of International Affairs Forum: Europe and the EU; Addressing Climate Change

Read the latest issue of International Affairs Forum where experts from around the world, includi... Read More...

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Si vis pacem, para bellum? Europe's Shifting Security Landscape

In this article from our Winter 2024 issue of International Affairs Forum, Dr. Andriy Korniychuk analyzes European security... Read More...

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IA Forum Winter 2024 - Europe -- and Addressing Climate Change

In the new 2024 issue of International Affairs Forum, experts from around the world discuss Europe and the EU plus Addressing Climate Change. (03/21/2024)

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Anti-Taliban Resistance: A Renewed Wave of Insurgency and Regional Diplomacy

Author explores internal resistance against the Taliban within Afghanistan as well as the future of what regional diplomacy might look like for the Taliban, including with China.By Joshua Bowes. (0... Read More...

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Echoes of the Thatcher’s Nuclear Deterrence Narratives

Prime Minister Sunak's recent statement about nuclear deterrence echoes the words of Margaret Thatcher. By Dr. Alexander Kostyuk. (02/18/2024)

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The State of Cyber Defense Cooperation in ASEAN

Analysis of the current state of cyber defense cooperation in ASEAN. By Gavin Harris. (02/01/2024)

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Rapid Geopolitical Chess: a Nuclear Deterrence and the War in Ukraine

Author examines nuclear deterrence and the war in Ukraine. By Dr. Alexander Kostyuk. (12/28/2023)

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Does Geopolitical Deterrence Still Explain the Development of the War in Ukraine and is it Enough for the Post-War Security of Europe?

Does geopolitical deterrence explain the war in Ukraine? What has the war mean for European security and NATO? By Alexander Kostyuk, PhD, DBA. (12/14/2023)

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