From Pariah to Partner? Russia’s Calculated Nod to the Taliban
Russia has become the first country to formally recognize the Taliban’s Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan. What does Moscow stand to gain from this move?
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No Rights, No Resistance: The World’s Shrug at Afghanistan’s New Normal
As countries engage diplomatically with the Taliban, concerns grow over the lack of progress on human rights. Is the Islamic Emirate inching toward global recognition despite these issues?
With Ties to Afghanistan Fraying, Pakistan Escalates Crackdown on Refugees
As relations with Afghanistan deteriorate, Pakistan intensifies its crackdown on Afghan refugees, heightening tensions with Kabul.
Uneasy Allies: The Quiet Growth of India’s Ties with Taliban-Controlled Afghanistan
India seeks to strengthen ties with the Taliban amid shifting regional dynamics and evolving security concerns in Afghanistan
Will the Taliban-IS Conflict Worsen in Afghanistan?
The ongoing conflict between the Taliban and ISIS-K raises questions about true Islamic governance in Afghanistan
Will Balochistan Secede from Pakistan?
The demand for an independent Balochistan, a state for the Baloch people, has led to conflicts with Pakistan since 1948
How Afghanistan Still Impacts U.S. Presidential Campaigns
Afghanistan was infused with extremist Islamic ideology by the U.S. to counter the Soviet Union, leading to the Taliban's rise and the U.S. invasion
What Caused So Much Anti-India Sentiment in the Indian Subcontinent?
India's regional influence wanes as anti-India sentiment rises across South Asia
How Much Has the Taliban Changed Afghanistan?
Afghanistan remains under strict Taliban rule, marked by severe punishments, suppression of women, and enforced dress codes, despite promises of moderation.
Can Modi’s Third Term Bring Akhand Bharat Closer?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to secure a consecutive third term, which could lead to more actions fulfilling Hindu nationalist demands, including the formation of Akhand Bharat.
